Dr. Connie Kvarfordt

Professor

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Biography

Connie Kvarfordt has 13 years of practice experience mainly in mental health, working with children, adolescents, and adults as a school social worker, juvenile court intake officer, crisis-line supervisor, individual and family therapist, and evaluator for programs related to working with people with disabilities. Her scholarship focuses on increasing knowledge among social work practitioners regarding the ethical integration of the human dimension of spirituality with an emphasis on social justice. Her current research interests include transpersonal theory, Buddhist psychology, and mindfulness-based therapies, and she primarily teaches direct practice courses. Dr. Kvarfordt's teaching methodology involves developing and facilitating experiential and reflective learning activities aimed at enhancing skill acquisition. She has held various administrative and professional service roles, including PhD Program Coordinator and Advisory Board Member for the Child Friendly Faith Project.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Windsor • Windsor, Ontario

Teaching and conducting research in social work.

Awards

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Service Award

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Celebration Contribution

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Quantitative Empirical Article 2009

Courses

SWRK 3118 Meeting Human Needs Social Work SWRK 3210 Social Work and Diversity SWRK 3304 Professional Communications Generalist Social Work Practice SWRK 3336 Theory Practice Social Work with Individuals SWRK 3338 Theory Practice Social Work with Families SWRK 3430 Integration Seminar SWRK 8531 Social Work Practice Individuals SWRK 8547 Advanced Social Work Research: Practice Evaluation SWRK 8550 Social Work Values, Ethics Anti-Oppressive Practice SWRK 8621 Social Justice Social Change SWRK 8680 Advanced Internship Seminar

Requirements for University of Windsor

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field English proficiency
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Specialization Notes

Includes Mechanical, Automotive, and Materials Engineering streams.