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Dr. Liza Lane is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Houston-Downtown. She holds a Ph.D. and MSW in Social Work from the University of Houston, and a BA in English from Thomas Edison State University. Her teaching focuses on social justice, professional ethics, and urban practice.
- Ph.D., Social Work, University of Houston (2018)
- MSW, Social Work, University of Houston (2013)
- BA, English, Thomas Edison State University (2006)
Dr. Lane’s research explores young widowhood, disenfranchised grief, social justice, and trauma-informed practices. Her work addresses the intersection of immigration, mental health, and family dynamics through qualitative and mixed-methods studies.
Recent publications highlight her focus on grief in marginalized contexts, collaborative pedagogy during global crises, and immigrant/refugee family challenges. These works span journals like the Journal of Loss and Trauma, Journal of Social Work Education, and Social Work.
Advising and Teaching: Dr. Lane has mentored students like Veronica Tristan and taught courses such as Intro to Social Welfare, Social Justice & Professional Ethics, and Urban Practice I at UHD since 2020.
