Katie Morris Successfully Defends her Dissertation

On May 3, 2021 Katherine J. Morris of LLC Cohort 18 successfully defended her dissertation and earned the title of Doctor of Philosophy. Her degree will be conferred in August, 2021.

Her virtual defense went very smoothly and she gave an excellent presentation of her dissertation research, "Being Called to Social Work: What Latina Women Carry."

The program wishes to acknowledge the guidance and commitment of Katie's committee:

Dr. Beverly Bickel (LLC), Chair

Dr. Francine Hultgren (UMD) Co-Chair

Dr. Tania Lizarazo (MLLI)

Dr. Thania Muñoz (MLLI)

Dr. Debra Gioia (SOWK)