Dr. Luz López

Professor

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Biography

Luz Marilis López is a Clinical Professor and the Director of the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program at the Boston University School of Social Work. She specializes in Global Health, Health Equity, Anti-Violence, and Trauma Care, addressing the needs of diverse populations. Her work includes collaborations with organizations in Nicaragua and Uganda, focusing on violence prevention and mental health support for immigrants and refugees. López is also an adjunct faculty member at multiple universities and engages in community-based participatory research alongside her students, particularly in Puerto Rico. She has authored several publications on substance use and health interventions. López is a member of various professional organizations and serves on the advisory board for the National Hispanic & Latino Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network, reaffirming her commitment to advancing equity and effective social work practices.

Research Interests

Courses

CP 759 Introduction to Clinical Social Work Practice CP 760 Differential Social Work with Groups CP 803 Clinical Practice Trauma CP 809 Alcoholism Drug Abuse: Assessment and Treatment

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.