Professor Dr. David Bringhurst

Biography

David Bringhurst is an Associate Teaching Professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, having served since 2013. He has over 35 years of experience in social services, focusing extensively on social work and military social work. Bringhurst began his career in social services in 1986 and spent 21 years as an active-duty military social worker in the United States Air Force. His military expertise includes roles in the Air National Guard and significant contributions to community mental health within military frameworks such as the Air Force Integrated Delivery System and the DoD Psychological Health Council. He is recognized for his leadership and commitment to mental health and suicide prevention in military contexts, earning accolades such as the Outstanding Unit Award and numerous commendations from military leadership. Bringhurst holds a PhD from the University of Utah, a Master of Social Work from Brigham Young University, and a Bachelor of Science degree. His academic and professional interests bridge the fields of military social work, social services education, and community action.

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