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McInroy, Lauren, PhD

McInroy, Lauren, PhD

Associate Professor

Pronouns: She/Her

614-292-0728 | mcinroy.1@osu.edu

Curriculum Vitae

Bio

Dr. Lauren McInroy’s multi-disciplinary research has two primary aims: (1) utilizing internet-enabled information and communication technologies (ICTs) to foster improved outcomes and increase well-being for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and other sexual and/or gender minority (LGBTQIA+) adolescents and emerging adults; as well as (2) enhancing the successful application of ICTs in social work research, education, and practice through the development of innovative digital methodologies and effective digital pedagogies.

Dr. McInroy’s ongoing research activities leverage ICTs to better understand LGBTQIA+ youths’ internet-based activities and communities; develop, implement, and evaluate digital interventions for the population; and better prepare emerging practitioners and researchers to effectively engage with the population in digital contexts. Dr. McInroy earned her BA, BEd, MSW, and PhD at the University of Toronto, Canada. She has been involved in collaborative research and service activities regionally, nationally, and internationally. Her service is broadly focused on (1) issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in social work—particularly as it concerns LGBTQIA+ populations—and (2) innovation in social work education.

Education

PhD - University of Toronto, 2018 - Social Work
MSW - University of Toronto, 2011 - Social Work
BEd - University of Toronto, 2009 - Education
BA - University of Toronto, 2008

Areas of Expertise

LGBTTQQI2SA+ populations
Adolescents and young adults
Information and communication technologies
Impact of media and technology on well-being
Social work practice with technology
Digital research methodologies
Mixed methods research

Areas of Interest for Mentoring PhD Students

LGBTTQQI2SA+ populations
Children, adolescents, and young adults
Information and communication technologies
Digital research methodologies
Mixed methods research