Dr. David Bringhurst

Assistant Professor

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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.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Teaching Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and mentoring students in the field of social work, with a focus on military applications.

Awards

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Outstanding Unit Award

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Organizational Excellence Award

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.