Mary Garrison, Assistant Professor, Millikin University
Contact Information: mgarrison3@verizon.net
Teaching Assignment:
SW400: Generalist Social Work Practice Methods
Current employment experience:
Mary is currently on faculty at Millikin University where she serves as an assistant professor of social work. She teaches such courses as Human Behavior and the Social Environment, Social Work Ethics, Community Mental Health, and Practice with Diverse Populations.
Previous experience:
Mary has had vast experience in the social work field, especially in regards to mental health services. She has served as a victim/witness advocate, child development specialist, and sexual assault counselor. She currently serves as the program coordinator for the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill.
Education background/licensing/certifications:
Western Illinois University: BA in sociology/law enforcement
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Work
Academy of Certified Social Workers
National Association of Social Workers, member
In addition:
Mary serves as President of the Mental Health Association of McLean County, is a board member of the Mental Health Association of Illinois, and mental health liaison for the Professional Assessment Committee