Dr. Anna Santiago

Professor

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Biography

Anna Maria Santiago is a Professor at Michigan State University in the School of Social Work. Her work focuses on community development, poverty, inequality, racism, diversity, child welfare, trauma, housing, and homelessness. She has a strong track record in research and has led several funded projects, including 'Fair Chance: Geography Opportunities' and initiatives aimed at improving career pathways for humanities PhDs. Santiago’s research emphasizes social welfare programs, anti-poverty strategies, and the effects of neighborhood environments on health and well-being among low-income families. With a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, her contributions have been recognized in various scholarly publications and she has served in key editorial roles, including as Editor-in-Chief Emerita of the Journal of Community Practice. Her academic work consistently addresses the systemic issues facing marginalized communities, aiming to promote racial justice and equitable access to social resources.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor - Tenure

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Serving as a tenured faculty member in the School of Social Work, leading research projects, and contributing to community-engaged scholarship.

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology