Faculty - News

In an update to a publicly available database of top-cited scientists, Drs. Natasha Bowen, Alan Davis, and Lauren McInroy have been recognized as being in the top 2% of this bibliometric study.

For many, the most wonderful time of the year -- Thanksgiving to New Year -- can also be the most stressful time of the year. Dealing with new family dynamics, a change in traditions, broken family ties and heightened political tensions can take their toll on what’s intended to be a joyful, reflective time.

As 2025 comes to a close, it brings an opportunity to reflect on the impressive expertise of the college’s faculty members. Below are features on their research and scholarship as it coincides with a specific national holiday observance of the month.

With the price of turkeys and other food costs surging this Thanksgiving, Dr. Kelley Breidigan provided a variety of tips for combatting the financial pressures, anxiety and expectations that often come with this holiday season.

Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Johnson-Motoyama! Her research project has just received major funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for the next five years (2025–30).

November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, and the College of Social Work would like to take this time to recognize one of its faculty members whose expertise lies in addressing homelessness and poverty.

Congratulations to Dr. Amy Krings on the publication of several impactful articles relating to social and environmental justice.

Congratulations to Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher who recently participated in an episode of the Now at Ohio State podcast. Anderson-Butcher spoke about the importance of youth sports in building confidence, friendships and lifelong skills

The Engaged Scholars Academy, a one-year cohort-based leadership and professional development initiative, recently celebrated the start of its inaugural year.

October is National Children's Health Month, and the College of Social Work would like to take this time to recognize one of its faculty members whose expertise lies in addressing the well-being of children.