معرفی
Dr. Sarah Bartzen is an Associate Professor in the Social Work Department at Spring Arbor University (SAU), serving as MSW Program Director since 2014. She transitioned from an academic advisor role into full-time faculty, previously directing internships. Her professional background spans clinical practice, policy advocacy, and research in health/social work intersections.
Education:
- DSW: University of Southern California
- MSW: University of Michigan
- Bachelor’s in Sociology: Spring Arbor University
Research Focus: Dr. Bartzen explores end-of-life care, chronic disease strategies, mental health advocacy for children/youth, and AI’s role in social work education. She emphasizes compassionate communication, trauma-informed care, and addressing systemic biases in academia and practice.
Affiliations: Member of NASW and CSWE. Active in community-based research on school health programs and developmental support systems.
Teaching: Leads BSW and MSW programs with a mission to inspire students through compassion and purpose-driven education.
