The instructors in the Department of Child Studies and Social Work are committed to making a real difference in the community both as practicing professionals in the social service industry and in their role as instructors and mentors to new professionals training at Mount Royal University. You'll also benefit from access to a talented pool of part-time instructors and an extensive lineup of guest lecturers who provide valuable perspective and insight.

Bachelor of Social Work
and
Social Work Diploma

Peter Choate, PhD, PhD, RCSW

Gio Dolcecore, MSW

Marva Ferguson, PhD

Audra Foggin, MSW, RSW

Brent Oliver, PhD

Lesley Taylor, MSW

Christina Tortorelli, MA, RSW

D. Gaye Watson Warthe, PhD, RSW

Alysia Wright, PhD, RSW

Staff

Department of Child Studies and Social Work
  • Roy Bear Chief, MSW, Espoom Tah (helper)
  • Claire Grant, BA, Administrative Assistant to the Chair
  • Anne Johnston, Administrative Assistant, Child Studies and Social Work 
Child Studies

Social Work

  • Gina Adams, RSW, Coordinator, Practicum and Advising

Professors Emeritae