Dr. Adrian Archuleta, University of Louisville, United States
Adrian J. Archuleta is an accomplished scholar and educator in the field of social work, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Kent School of Social Work and Family Science at the University of Louisville. With a Ph.D. from the College of Social Work at Florida State University, Archuleta has a solid foundation in academic research and teaching. His expertise spans various areas, including mental health, community planning, and human service management. Throughout his career, Archuleta has demonstrated a commitment to social justice and empowerment, evident in his extensive research projects focusing on topics such as trauma, psychological distress, and quality of life among marginalized populations. Alongside his academic roles, he has also engaged in impactful practice experiences, including serving as an outpatient mental health therapist and a lead youth mobile crisis counselor. Archuleta’s dedication to his field is further highlighted by his numerous awards and honors, including recognition for teaching excellence and outstanding contributions to the profession.
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🏫 Education:
Adrian J. Archuleta holds a Ph.D. in Social Work from Florida State University, awarded in 2010. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee in 2003 and a Bachelor of Social Work from Middle Tennessee State University in 2002. His academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing his expertise and knowledge in the field of social work across various institutions and levels of education.
👨🏫 Professional Experience:
Adrian J. Archuleta has held several significant roles at the Kent School of Social Work, University of Louisville. He currently serves as an Associate Professor, a position he has held since 2016. Prior to this, he served as an Assistant Professor from 2010 to 2016. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Archuleta served as the Chair of the Mental Health Specialization at the Kent School of Social Work from 2010 to 2020. These roles demonstrate his dedication to both academic excellence and the advancement of mental health education and research within the university community.
🏆 Honors and Awards:
Adrian J. Archuleta’s outstanding contributions and achievements have been recognized consistently throughout his career. He has been honored with the Student Champion Recognition from the Kent School of Social Work and Family Science at the University of Louisville for multiple years, underscoring his commitment to student success and mentorship. Additionally, he has been nominated multiple times for the Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching at the Kent School of Social Work, reflecting his exceptional teaching skills and dedication to academic excellence. Notably, Adrian was awarded the Crisis Counselor of the Year title by Youth Villages in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2005, highlighting his exceptional contributions to mental health care. His academic prowess was evident during his undergraduate studies as he graduated Summa Cum Laude from Middle Tennessee State University in 2002, showcasing his dedication to scholarly achievement and excellence.
Publication Top Notes:
1.”Perceived levels of cultural competence for school social workers: A follow-up study” (2014) – Journal of Social Work Education, cited by 52 articles.
2.”Perceived barriers and facilitators to school social work practice: A mixed-methods study” (2012) – Children & Schools, cited by 50 articles
3.”A review of social justice and diversity content in diversity course syllabi” (2015) – Social Work Education, cited by 36 articles.
4.”Newcomers: The contribution of social and psychological well-being on emotion regulation among first-generation acculturating Latino youth in the Southern United States” (2015) – Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, cited by 36 articles.
5.”Validity evidence for the translated version of the Personal Social Capital Scale among people of Mexican descent” (2011) – Journal of the Society for Social Work and Research, cited by 36 articles.