Jennifer Boeckel

Dr. Jennifer Boeckel is a core faculty member and Assessment Coordinator at Walden University’s Barbara Solomon School of Social Work since 2017. She contributes to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program through instruction and curriculum assessment.

• Education:
  • PhD, University of Denver
  • MSW, University of North Dakota
  • BS, University of Mary
  • BS, University of North Dakota

Her research focuses on family systems, intergenerational caregiving, cultural competence in social work, and mental health outcomes for Asian and Native youth. She has explored factors that reduce depression and risk behaviors in East Asian youth and contributed to tribal community assessments.

Dr. Boeckel’s publications span child welfare reform, family dynamics, and cross-cultural studies. Her work often intersects with community-based research in Native and tribal contexts.

She has served on the board of directors for organizations like Ruth Meiers Hospitality House and Inner Groundwork, Inc., demonstrating a commitment to public service in social work advocacy and community support systems.