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Dr. Keren Escobar is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at Oakland University, situated in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work and Criminal Justice. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Windsor, Canada. Her work emphasizes culturally sensitive interventions, critical race theory, and intersectionality, particularly focusing on Latin American communities in Canada. Dr. Escobar integrates her clinical expertise and personal background as an El Salvadoran immigrant-refugee into her teaching and research, advocating for social justice and diversity.
Education: Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Windsor, Canada.
Research Interests: Public health inequities, human development disparities among marginalized communities, cultural competency in healthcare interventions, and the intersectional impacts of race, ethnicity, and immigration status on health outcomes. Her pedagogical approach prioritizes active learning and critical thinking to prepare socially engaged practitioners.
Advising & Grants: No specific advising roles or grants are listed in the provided text. Courses taught include Advanced Practice with Individuals/Families/Groups, Foundations of Multicultural Social Work, and Social Welfare Policies.
