Amy Murphy-Nugen
- Ph.D., MSW
- MSW Program Director & Associate Dean, IU Bloomington / Associate Professor
-
IU Bloomington
Contact
-
(812) 855-6604
- abmurphy@iu.edu
-
C3132
2631 E Discovery Pkwy
About
Dr. Amy Murphy-Nugen, Associate Professor, serves as the Associate Dean and MSW Program Director for the Indiana University School of Social Work at the Bloomington campus. Her scholarly interests intersect the social determinants of health (SDoH) framework in the areas of housing loss and its impact on individuals who have lost their housing. These research interests are rooted in her social work practice and policy experiences in the areas of housing, community building and engagement, rural and urban community economic development, and not-for-profit management/leadership. As an educator interested in policy, Dr. Murphy-Nugen has contributed to the Council on Social Work Education's (CSWE) Curricular Guide for Economic Well-being and participated on the development team for the Specialized Practice Curricular Guide for Macro Social Work Practice. From this work, she was selected to participate as a Fellow in CSWE's year-long Program Director's Academy. She has received multiple awards for her teaching, student mentoring, and community engagement.
Her professional social work practice experience includes providing team leadership; analyzing local, state, federal legislation and administrative policy; and, delivering capacity-building technical assistance to not-for-profit community-based development organizations and local units of government. Due to her practice experience, Dr. Murphy-Nugen understands the nuances and benefits of public-private relationships that can be developed among universities, private entities and public agencies. She enjoys working in partnership with not-for-profit organizations and local units of government where her academic knowledge complements her practical experience to help build local capacity and strengthen public policy. She is enthusiastic about learning from partners, sharing her research knowledge and practice experience, and working collaboratively with faculty, students, and community stakeholders to advance evidence-based policies that strengthen individual well-being and community quality of life.
Education
PhD
Emphasis/Major: Social Work2014 - Indiana University
Dissertation: From Homeownership to Foreclosure: Exploring the Meanings Homeowners Associate with the Lived Experience of Foreclosure
MSW
Emphasis/Major: MACRO (management, advocacy, communities, research, organizations)2001 - Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
BA
Emphasis/Major: Gender Studies and Political Science1998 - Indiana University-Bloomington
Research Interests
Dr. Murphy-Nugen's scholarly interests intersect the social determinants of health (SDoH) framework in the areas of housing loss and its impact on individuals who have lost their housing. She also participates in research collaborations that reflect her broader interests in public policy analysis, affordable housing, rural and urban community economic development, civic engagement, and not-for-profit management/leadership.
Teaching Interests
Dr. Murphy-Nugen teaches courses on rural community advocacy and policy; community and organizational behavior and practice; leadership and management, social policy, and, financial capability and asset-building in social work practice. She has a strong commitment to mentoring emerging social work practitioners as demonstrated by her service as a field instructor and through student-faculty research collaborations.
Awards and Honors
- Chancellor's Travel Fund Award
2018 - Western Carolina University, Office of the Chancellor - Curtis W. Wood Award for Excellence in Mentoring Graduate Students
2018 - Western Carolina University, Graduate School & Research - Chancellor's Travel Fund Award
2017 - Western Carolina University, Office of the Chancellor - Chancellor's Travel Fund Award
2017 - Western Carolina University, Office of the Chancellor - Nominee, Curtis W. Wood Award for Excellence in Mentoring Graduate Students
2017 - Western Carolina University, Graduate School & Research - Star Engagement Project Award
2016 - Western Carolina University, Center for Service Learning - Meritorious Service Award
2016 - Western Carolina University, Center for Service Learning - Faculty Student Engagement Award
2016 - Western Carolina University, College of Health and Human Sciences - Nominee, 2015-16 First-Year Experience Advocate Award
2016 - Western Carolina Univeristy, Division of Academic Affairs, First-Year Experience - Nominee, Curtis W. Wood Award for Excellence in Mentoring Graduate Students
2016 - Western Carolina University, Graduate School & Research - Chancellor's Travel Fund Award
2015 - Western Carolina University, Office of the Chancellor
Publications
-
Harless, C., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Surles, K. (2023). The intersection of stress, health, and health care opportunities for Appalachian transgender and nonbinary people: An interpretative phenomenological analysis. Chronic Stress, 7, 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1177/24705470231186670
-
Krings, A., D’Angelo, K., Ivery, J., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2023). Building or burning: Critical reflections on social and political change. Journal of Policy Practice and Research, 4, 5-10. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42972-023-00079-4
-
Rose, A. J., Snyder, M. M., Wells, G. M., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., MacKusick, C., & , B. M. (2021). Cultivating Cross-Cultural Learning and Collaboration among Special Educators engaged in International Service-Learning. 9(1), Article 4.
The purpose of this project was to explore the influence of International Service-Learning on the personal and professional development of future special educators and speech-language pathologists. The service-learning students engaged in educational site visits, presentation of workshops, cultural activities, and interprofessional exchange in Botswana. Students completed surveys at the end of the trip and then participated in a focus group interview nine months after the study abroad course was completed. Findings from qualitative content analysis revealed five emerging themes: open mindedness, boundary spanning, cultural humility, skill development, and confidence. Implications for cross-cultural collaboration are discussed along with consideration for pre-departure activities, high impact educational practices, and student confidence in achieving professional skills standards. Keywords: Special education, communication disorders, speech-language pathology, international service-learning, study abroad
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Powell, K. C., & Grant, M. K. (2020). 2020 Census: Engaging social work and human service leaders and managers to make people count. Published. https://doi.org/10.1080/23303131.2020.1729280
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Rush, C. B., Oakley, A., & Turner, T. (2020). Go back home: Confronting growing incivility, racism, and bigotry on college campuses (pp. 87-106). Myers Education Press.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Harris Rome, S. (2019). Now is the time: Promoting social change through policy research, teaching, and innovation. 19(1), i-xii. View Publication For Now is the time: Promoting social change through policy research, teaching, and innovation
-
Frerich, M., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2019). Women’s voices: An appreciative inquiry of offsite post-secondary correctional education. 34(1), 8-27. https://doi.org/10.1177/0886109918796250
-
Virtue, E. E., Wells, G. M., Carol, M. I., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Rose, A. J., & Snyder, M. M. (2018). The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: Using a common read to transform a learning community. 6(1, Article 4). View Publication For The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: Using a common read to transform a learning community
-
Robinson, J. T., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2018). It makes you keep trying: Life review writing for older adults. 61(2), 171-192. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1080/01634372.2018.1427645
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Lecture on Conceptualization of Community Practice from a Generalist Perspective; with accompanying Case Study, Community Assessment Application: Best Job in the Neighborhood and They Own It. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Clearinghouse for Economic Well-being in Social Work Education. View Publication For Lecture on Conceptualization of Community Practice from a Generalist Perspective; with accompanying Case Study, Community Assessment Application: Best Job in the Neighborhood and They Own It
Short description of resource: This lecture introduces BSW-level students to foundational concepts of community practice from a generalist perspective (i.e. definitions of community; Hardcastle, Powers & Wenocur’s vertical and horizontal structures, social inclusion/exclusion, reciprocity; Warren’s concept and five functions of community; Loomer’s relational and linear power; Saleeby’s CPR strengths-perspective). Following the lecture, students review the accompanying case study from an article published by Yes! Magazine, Best Job in the Neighborhood and They Own it, to assess and discuss community well-being—including analysis of social and economic issues. Case Study Link: http://www.yesmagazine.org/issues/new-livelihoods/best-job-in-the-neighborhood-and-they-own-it
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Beck, D. H. (2017). Juxtaposing dreams and loss: The lived experience of homeownership and foreclosure. 17(2), 304-329. View Publication For Juxtaposing dreams and loss: The lived experience of homeownership and foreclosureSymbolically and historically, the attributes associated with homeownership are positive; however, in light of the 2006 housing crash and subsequent 2008 financial meltdown, scholars and laypeople continue to reassess the sacred position homeownership holds in U.S. culture and the market economy. Using an interpretative phenomenological analysis, this article explores meanings homeowners associate with the lived experience of foreclosure. The findings reveal a juxtaposition that intersects the hopes and dreams of homeownership and the grief and loss of foreclosure. This polarizing experience uncovers the need for innovative policy and practice interventions. Consequently, implications for strengthening the micro-macro bridge and addressing disenfranchised grief are discussed.
Snyder, M. M., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Rose, A. J., Wells, G. M., & MacKusick, C. (2017). Implementation of Competency Based Educational Strategies into a First-Year Seminar for Interprofessional Healthcare Science Majors. Published. View Publication For Implementation of Competency Based Educational Strategies into a First-Year Seminar for Interprofessional Healthcare Science MajorsIntroduction: The Health Educators Academy at Western Carolina University was developed by the Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences. Interdisciplinary fellows in the 2015 HEA focused on competency based education (CBE), which naturally
Presentations
-
Parham, L., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2024). United for Environmental Justice: Climate Change, Emergency Disasters, & Protective Policy Strategies. Indiana University Environmental Resilience Institute.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2023). Housing Loss & The Right to Grieve: Solution- informed Policy and Programs to Dismantle Inequities,”. Influencing Social Policy, ACOSA, George Warren Brown School of Social Work, Washington University, Clark-Fox Policy Institute, CRISP, Macro Social Work Student Network, Grand Challenges for Social Work, the Special Commission to Advance Macro Social Work, and the Social Justice Initiative.
-
Parham, L., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2023). United for Environmental Justice: Climate Change, Emergency Disasters, and, Protective Policy Strategies. Influencing Social Policy, ACOSA, George Warren Brown School of Social Work, Washington University, Clark-Fox Policy Institute, CRISP, Macro Social Work Student Network, Grand Challenges for Social Work, the Special Commission to Advance Macro Social Work, and the Social Justice Initiative.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Krings, A., D’Angelo, K., & Ivery, J. (2022). Social Workers as Bridge-Builders: Community and Policy Practice During a Pandemic, Increasing Incivility, and Misinformation. Influencing Social Policy, ACOSA, George Warren Brown School of Social Work, Washington University.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Rush, C. B. (2021). Go Back Home. Influencing Social Policy (ISP).
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Rush, C. B., *Oakley, A., and *Turner, T. (upcoming- April, 2021). Go back home: Confronting growing incivility, racism, and bigotry on college campuses. Webinar for Influencing Social Policy (ISP).
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Hicks, S., Duncan, S., & Wall-Bassett, B. (2021). : Design for Health: Interprofessional Education to Advance Health, Economic, and Environmental Justice. CSWE, Orlando , FL.
-
Duncan, S., Hicks, S., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Wall-Bassett, E., Miller, E. J., Shea, T., Pavey, M., Bauer, R., Truss, J., Tiffany, M., Stinson, J., Fetsko, M., & Grice, A. (2021). Design for Health. Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC.
Invitation from Provost office:
As you are aware, the WCU Board of Trustees meets quarterly. As part of those meetings, our office coordinates a breakfast program highlighting our academic programs and student experiences.
For the March Board of Trustees breakfast, we would like to showcase the Health and Design Interdisciplinary Program. The program is scheduled for Friday, March 5th at 8am. Since the pandemic, these meetings are a bit different. The board will have breakfast together and as a rule, program presenters are invited to attend. However, since the pandemic, students have been making their presentation to the board via zoom. Faculty members may choose to be face to face (socially distanced) to meet board members over breakfast - your choice.
Breakfast begins at 8am and runs to about 8:20-8:30. Around 8:20-8:30, the program will begin. Depending on the number of people involved, we may or may not have the deans kick this off. The board wants to hear from students, so we try to keep most of the time for them. We always have the faculty involved kick off to briefly explain the program then introduce the students. We also need to leave time for Q&A. The board will depart promptly at 9:15 to head to their meeting in another building. So, you have a total of about 45 minutes. Sometimes this time is shortened and if so, I will let you know that.
In addition, I produce a hard copy program for board members and provide that electronically as well. I will be seeking information from you for the program. I have attached the last two breakfast programs, so you can see what kind of information I will be looking for.
Thank you so much. I look forward to working with you on this program. Have a good rest of the week and don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.
AnneAnne E. Aldrich, MPA
Assistant to the Provost | Western Carolina University
HFR 560 | Cullowhee, NC | (828) 227-3012 | (828) 227-7495
aaldrich@email.wcu.edu
Input | Learner | Context | Achiever | Arranger
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Churchill, B. (2020). A grounded theory of rural poverty: Research-informed framework to forge a pathway to anti-poverty, anti-oppressive, and equitable policy. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
-
Hicks, S., Duncan, S., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2020). DESIGN for HEALTH (DfH) Interdisciplinary Approach to Addressing Health Issues Related to the Built Environment and Poverty in Appalachia.
Invited to present virtually to the U.S. General Services Administration Office of Federal High-Performance Buildings. This is a direct result of our presentation to the Health in Building Roundtable presentation in October.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Churchill, B. (2020). A grounded theory of rural poverty: Cultivating anti-poverty, anti-oppressive, and equitable policy. Council on Social Work Education [CSWE], Denver, CO.
-
Hicks, S., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Duncan, S. (2020). Design for Health - An Interdisciplinary Approach to Addressing Health Issues Related to the Built Environment and Poverty in Appalachia. National Institutes of Health , Virtual.
-
Hicks, S. S., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Duncan, S. (2020). Design for Health (DfH): Interdisciplinary Approach to Addressing Health Issues Related to the Built-Environment & Poverty in Appalachia. National Science Foundation (NSF) funded network IN2WIBE International Network of Networks for Well- being in the Built Environment, Bethesda , MD.
Subtopic two: problem-solving associated with community health-focused projects, the DfH develops design solutions using WELL Building Standards as a foundation. The students participating in this project will be assessing volunteer clients, developing solutions, research community services and acquire funding to complete the projects.
Subtopic three: diversity, inclusion, and equity. The DfH project investigates the Appalachian community’s generational poverty and health-related issues pertaining to poor housing conditions. Social determinants have profound impacts on health. The social determinants that present negative impacts, directly affect health. Social determinants are a major factor in the poor health status of Western, NC. High rates of poverty and poor housing conditions are especially problematic in the region. The 2018 Jackson County Community Health Assessment, 33.5% of children under age 18 and 36% of children under the age of 5 are living in poverty. Availability of affordable and safe housing is also problematic in Jackson County: 45% of individuals who rent report spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Housing units may themselves be unhealthy, with exposure to mold and other indoor air pollutants that can negatively impact individuals with asthma. Participants in the DfH program will learn about these risks and identify opportunities to intervene to ameliorate them.
-
Harless, C., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2019). Promoting affirming and equitable access to Transgender healthcare in Southern Appalachia. Northeast Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Winston-Salem, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Powell, K. C. (2019). 2020 Census: Engaging North Carolina social workers to make people count. National Association of Social Workers, North Carolina Chapter, Asheville, United States.
The 2020 Census is approaching and facing challenges associated with technological innovations and ongoing concerns involving a citizenship question. Census data is used to allocate $675 billion in federal funds and apportion 435 congressional representatives. Social workers should become engaged to ensure that all people are counted. Learning Objectives *
-
Harless, C., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2019). Trans care is primary care: Providing affirming and equitable health care to transgender individuals in southern Appalachia. National Association of Social Workers, North Carolina Chapter, Asheville, NC.
This presentation will highlight research findings from the experiences of Transgender people living in Southern Appalachia, with a focus on health care. Based on these findings, recommendations will be included for providers on how to better provide and advocate for gender affirming and equitable care for their patients. Learning Objectives *
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2019). Voting in North Carolina: What’s to come and the U.S. Census in 2020. National Association of Social Workers, North Carolina Chapter, Raleigh, NC.
-
Snyder, M. M., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2019). Using Poverty Simulations to Help Students Understand Poverty and Community Issues. National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Grapevine, TX.
-
Manit, J., Sherraden, M., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2018). The Policy Process. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
Session B: The Policy Process
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Perry, L. G., Sullivan, S. N., & Wall-Bassett, B. (2018). Faculty Institute for Community Engagement: Expanding Interprofessional Collaboration to Pursue Social Justice. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Orlanda, FL.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2018). Voting is Social Work. National Association of Social Workers, North Carolina Chapter, Chapel Hill, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Grant, M. (2018). 2020 Census: Engaging Social Workers to Make People Count. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
The 2020 Census will impact critical policy, voting, and funding decisions for at least the next 10 years. This facilitated roundtable will invite participants to brainstorm outreach, education and advocacy strategies for involving social workers in Census 2020 and ways to engage our clients, students, allied professionals and community members.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Snyder, M. M., Rose, A. J., & Wells, G. M. (2018). Competency Based Education. Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC.
-
Frerich, M., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Achieving Opportunity through Educational Access: Women’s Post-Secondary Educational Experience During Incarceration. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Dallas, TX.
Post-secondary correctional education (PSCE) is effective in reducing recidivism yet punitive policies have resulted in inadequate funding for PSCE programs. This appreciative inquiry study explored four women’s PSCE experiences during their incarceration. Findings uncovered five unifying themes. Implications for social work education, practice, policy, research and theory will be discussed.
-
Wells, G. M., Virtue, E., MacKusick, C., Snyder, M. M., Rose, A. J., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Integrating a Common Read Into A Learning Community: How The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Impacted our Students.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Community Engagement Seminar. MAHPC/MATRAC , Flat Rock, NC United States.
-
MacKusick, C., Wells, G. M., Virtue, E., Snyder, M. M., Dulworth, J. R., Rose, A. J., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Use of a Common Intellectual Experience in a Health Sciences Learning Community to Expand Cultural Diversity and Understanding. North Carolina Alliance for Health Professions Diversity , Winston-Salem, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). From the Inside Out: Building Equitable and Just Communities through Team-Based Service-Learning Projects. University of North Carolina Greensboro, Greensboro, NC.
Abstract:
-
Wade, J., LeBeau, S., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Applying Research-based Teaching Practices. Western Carolina University, Coulter Faculty Commons for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Cullowhee, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Opportunity, Empowerment, and, Security: An Action Framework for Analyzing HAMP. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Dallas, TX.
In response to the 2008 foreclosure crisis, the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) was implemented to help struggling homeowners modify their loans into affordable mortgages. Using a policy analysis framework that assesses opportunity, empowerment, and security, this research project evaluated HAMP’s effectiveness. Implications for social work will be discussed.
-
Robinson, J., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). The Gendered Experience of Participating in an Older Adult Writing Group. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Dallas, TX.
Life review writing produces numerous psycho-social benefits for older adults, who are at risk for isolation and depression. This presentation shares findings from a study that examined the experiences of older adults participating in a life writing group. The impact of gender composition on the group dynamic was also explored.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Snyder, M. M., Virtue, E., Wells, G. M., MacKusick, C., & Rose, A. J. (2017). "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lack": Health Disparities and Cultural Humility. Western Carolina University, Office of Student Transitions, Cullowhee, NC.
Faculty members discussrd how "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" relates to health disparities, ethics, and cultural humility. The book was the common read for the university and the target audience was students, but faculty and staff were also invited.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). Final Dialogue and Action Planning. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Warren, J., Haskins, B., Henson, A., Kooles, L., Patterson, K., & Williams, K. (2017). Millennials rise up: A case study in teaching and advocacy strategies for empowering and engaging students in voter outreach, education, and registration. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
Abstract
-
Wells, G., MacKusick, C., & Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2017). The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: Using High-impact Practices in Upper-level Courses. Western Carolina University, College of Health and Human Sciences, Educational Strategies Committee.
Are you interested in learning more about how to use a shared intellectual experience in your upper-level courses? If so, please joins us for a short lunch and learn.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., MacKusick, C., Snyder, M. M., Rose, A. J., & Wells, G. M. (2016). Competency-based Education: An Interprofessional Approach to Designing a First-Year Transition Course. East Tennessee State University and Western Carolina University, Asheville, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Maas, E., & McClain, T. (2016). Inequalities in Adoption Policy: Advocacy Strategies for Empowering Same-Sex Families. Influencing Social Policy, St. Louis, MO.
Same-sex couples are more likely to pursue adoption compared to heterosexual couples, yet, policies in some states prohibit this family structure. This workshop will share findings from appreciative inquiry research. Family strengths within same-sex households with adopted children will be discussed to challenge existing inequality and inform policy interventions.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2016). Strengthening the Micro-Macro Bridge. Western Carolina University, Department of Social Work, Cullowhee, NC.
-
MacKusick, C., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Snyder, M. M., Rose, A. J., & Wells, G. M. (2016). Competency Based Education.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., McClain, T., & Maas, E. (2016). Unheard Voices: Adopted Children’s Perception about their Same-Sex Parents and Family. National Association of Social Workers, Washington, DC.
In 2007, 623,000 children were in foster care and awaiting adoption. Same-sex couples are more likely to partake in the process of adoption compared to heterosexual couples, yet, policies in some states prohibit this family structure. These discriminatory practices illicit concerns of equity and justice when considering the state’s duty to protect children’s constitutional rights by not limiting their access to adoption. This workshop will share findings from appreciative inquiry research that explored how children adopted by same-sex parents conceptualize and make meaning within their family dynamic. Study findings provide insight into the lived experiences of those most affected by adoption and policy interventions, but also suggest strategies for advocating on behalf of children who are often unheard. Additionally, understanding family strengths within same-sex households with adopted children will be discussed to inform policy interventions that advance equity and justice.
-
MacKusick, C., Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Snyder, M. M., Rose, A. J., & Wells, G. M. (2016). Competency Based Education: An interprofessional approach to educating health care professionals. Council on Nursing Education , Greensboro, NC.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Beck, D. H. (2015). New frontier of housing and foreclosure counseling: Juxtaposing dreams and loss. Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Denver, CO.
The standardized content for most housing and foreclosure counseling programs focuses on the financial nuts and bolts of home buying, foreclosure prevention, and intervention processes. A new frontier exists to transform and strengthen existing counseling programs by acknowledging and
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., Barnett, C., Craig, C., McClellan, E., Nauman, S., Nethery, N., & Wilson, S. (2015). Rural methamphetamine contamination: Taking action to strengthen environmental, housing, and consumer protections. National Rural Social Work Caucus, Vermillion, SD.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B., & Beck, D. H. (2015). Innovating housing and foreclosure counseling: Addressing issues of grief and loss to impact the psychological well-being of people and place. Network for Social Work Management (NSWM), Washington, DC.
Research findings from the presenter’s recent study underscore an emotional connection between a homebuyer and house and a deep sense of psychological loss when experiencing foreclosure. Although these findings may not be surprising to most human service managers and practitioners, the acknowledgment of this reality is not reflected in traditional housing and foreclosure counseling programs. The standardized content for most counseling programs focuses on the nuts and bolts of homebuying, foreclosure prevention and intervention processes. An opportunity exists to innovate and strengthen existing housing and foreclosure counseling programs by acknowledging and addressing the significant emotional aspect of buying or losing a home. The purpose of this workshop is to briefly explain research findings that demonstrate the significance of the psychological experience of buying and losing a home, review current standards for housing and foreclosure counseling programs, suggest recommendations for addressing the psychological importance of people and place and to engage a recommended audience of 30 participants in a group activity to demonstrate how this content may be infused into existing housing and foreclosure counseling programs. By addressing the psychological importance and reality of people and place, the hopeful result will be the increased likelihood of thriving individuals and community empowerment.
-
Murphy-Nugen, A. B. (2014). An introduction to team-based learning. Western Carolina University, College of Health and Human Sciences, Educational Strategies Committee.
Contract Fellowship Grants
-
Design for Health: Resilient. Age-inclusive. Design.
Co-PD/PI: Hicks Shelby
Consultant: Amy Murphy-Nugen
Co-PD/PI: Yue Hillon
Co-PD/PI: Yiqing Yang
Consultant: Sara Duncan -
Town of Waynesville: Taskforce on Homelessness and Needs Assessment
Consultant: Amy Murphy-Nugen
Institutional Services
-
Committee Chair
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Search Committee for Academic Advisor and Recruiter -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Search Committee for Director of Recruitment -
Committee Member
2024 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Awards Committee -
Committee Chair
2024 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Search Committee for Lecturer -
Other
2023 - Indiana University, Office of the Vice-President for Student Success, Stellic Implementation Advisory Group -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, MSW Program Directors -
Committee Chair
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Ad Hoc Visiting Lecturer Review -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, Health Sciences Council -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, Academic Associate Deans -
Other
2023 - Indiana University, Regional Academic Health Center -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Executive Leadership Committee -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Faculty Senate -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, MSW Curriculum Committee -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, School of Social Work, Program Directors -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, University Graduate School Bloomington, Associate Deans for Graduate Education -
Committee Member
2023 - Indiana University, Vice-Provost for Undergraduate Education, Directors of Advising
Memberships
-
Council on Social Work Education
2013 to Present -
Network for Social Work Management
2012 to Present -
Association for Community Organization & Social Administration
2008 to Present -
Influencing Social Policy
2008 to Present -
National Association of Social Workers
2001 to Present
Professional Services
-
Board of Advisors
2020 to 2021 - Mountain Projects, Smoky Mountain Housing Partnership Advisory Board -
Committee Chair
2019 to 2020 - Influencing Social Policy (ISP), MACRO Conference 2020, Planning Sub-committee -
Committee Member
2019 to 2019 - Mountain Projects Affordable Housing Task Force -
Other
-
Poverty Simulation Facilitator
2019 to 2019 - Circles of Hope Cashiers-Glenville -
Other
-
Volunteer
2018 to 2020 - Jackson County Housing Committee -
Other
-
Co-Guest Editor, Special Issue, Spring 2019
2018 to Present - Advances in Social Work -
Chairperson
2017 to 2019 - Influencing Social Policy (ISP), 2018 Policy Conference 2.0 Planning Committee -
Task Force Member
2017 to 2018 - Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), National Task Force, Specialized Practice Curricular Guide for Macro Social Work Practice -
Committee Member
2016 to 2019 - Influencing Social Policy (ISP), Policy Conference 2.0 Planning Committee -
Committee Member
2016 to 2018 - Jackson County Circles of Hope, Big View Team -
Other
-
Guiding Coalition Member
2016 to 2018 - Jackson County Circles of Hope, Guiding Coalition -
Committee Member
2016 to 2017 - Influencing Social Policy (ISP), 2017 Policy Conference 2.0 Planning Committee -
Reviewer, Journal Article
2016 to 2016 - Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) -
Reviewer, Journal Article
2015 to Present - Advances in Social WorkReviewed initial submission and provided instructive feedback; Reviewed second submission and provided additional guidance
-
Task Force Member
2015 to 2020 - Association for Community Organization and Social Administration (ACOSA) Special Commission to Advance Macro Social Work Practice
Public Services
-
Other
-
Chairperson
2020 to 2021 - Town of Waynesville, Homelessness Task Force -
Volunteer
2017 to 2017 - Just Economics Poverty Simulation for Johnston Elementary School
-
-
-
-
-
-