Teaching Assistant Professor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Melissa Iverson is an assistant teaching professor at the School of Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, holding a Ph.D. in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Her research is centered on examining the impact of funder-mandated performance metrics on nonprofit service provision and examining advancements in social justice through macro-level systems change and interventions. Dr. Iverson currently teaches within the MSW Leadership and Social Change Specialization, emphasizing bridging theoretical concepts to practical applications. She strives to empower students with diverse perspectives by utilizing active learning and collaborative teaching methods, fostering a dynamic and participatory educational environment.
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