Pamela J. Huggins, M.S.W., LCSW

Associate Clinical Professor; Social Work
College for Public Health and Social Justice

I am inspired every day by our social work students who stand up for social justice and plan a career of service to people in need.
- Pamela Huggins, M.S.W.

Courses Taught

Social Work Practices with Communities and Organizations; Generalist Integrative Seminar; Community and Organization Integrative Seminar; Interprofessional Practicum Experience

Education

M.S.W., University of Missouri-Columbia
B.S.W., University of Missouri-Columbia

Practice Areas

Divorce mediation; nonprofit administration; policy practice; supervision.

Research Interests

Field education outcomes; gender gap in elected governmental office; international social work and practice; social work and political advocacy; supervision, continuing education.

Publications and Media Placements

Williamson, S., Hostetter, C., Byers, K. & Huggins, P. (2010). I found myself at this practicum: Student reflections on field education. Advances in Social Work, 11, (2), 235-247.
Hostetter, C., Byers, Katharine, Williamson, S. and Huggins, P. (2007). The Transformative Power of a Learning Community. Advances in Social Work, 8, (2), 236-252.
Berg-Weger, M. and Huggins, P. (1996) Practicum at Place of Employment: To do or not to do? The New Social Worker, Spring, 1996.

Honors and Awards

Inspiring Professor Award, Kappa Alpha Theta - 2015
Distinguished Chapter Service Award, NASW- Indiana Chapter - 2004
Certificate of Appreciation, NASW-Indiana Chapter - 2003
Faculty Award, Commission on Multicultural Understanding, Indiana University - 2002
Certificate of Appreciation, NASW-Missouri Chapter - 1984 and 1996

Professional Organizations and Associations

National Association of Social Workers
Council for Social Work Education
Association of Social Work Boards
Influencing Social Policy
Empower Missouri

Community Work and Service

Operation Food Search, volunteer
Divorce mediation
Geriatric care management