Program Director, Bachelor of Social Work Assistant Professor of Social Work
Shawnee State University
Dr. Courtney Ruggles, DSW, LSW, is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program at Shawnee State University. With over six years of experience in higher education and more than five years as a social work professor, Dr. Ruggles is dedicated to shaping the next generation of social workers. She has expertise in program development, including leading the creation of a new BSW program tailored to the needs of Appalachian communities. Dr. Ruggles has presented at numerous state and national conferences, sharing her knowledge in areas such as suicide prevention and the impacts of accreditation in social work education on the field of social work. Holding a Doctorate in Social Work, she is passionate about advancing social work education and preparing students to create meaningful change in their communities.
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