Grants

 AI and the Workforce Faculty Research Grant   Fall 2026 · $10,000 (under review)
Institute for Humane Studies, George Mason University
Proposed a research project with Dr. Carmelita L. Dotson examining AI readiness in workforce preparation, focusing on how AI training in undergraduate social work education prepares students for behavioral health practice.

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Experiential Learning (EXL) Faculty Grant Fall 2025 · $300

Middle Tennessee State University

Produced video interviews highlighting individuals in recovery for the redesigned Introduction to Substance Use and Misuse course.

Affordable Course Materials Grant (OER) — Co-PI Fall 2025 · $1,000

Middle Tennessee State University

Instructional Support Grant — Sway ePortfolio Development Spring 2025 · $250

MTSU MT Engage

Tina Stewart Campus Nonviolence Fund Spring 2025 · $500

Middle Tennessee State University

Coordinated a student experiential learning project for Introduction to Social Work, including transportation to the Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center and facilitation of the campus-wide “Real Love Doesn’t Leave Bruises” social media campaign.

Experiential Learning (EXL) Faculty Grant Fall 2024 · $84

Middle Tennessee State University

Provided students with day passes to experience challenges faced by individuals dependent on public transportation.