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Professor
Kent School of Social Work
BIO
Dr. Anna Faul is a distinguished leader in the fields of aging, gerontology, and social work, currently serving as the Executive Director of the Trager Institute at the University of Louisville. With over four decades of experience, she has been instrumental in transforming geriatric care through the development of integrative models like FlourishCareTM, focusing on the biopsychosocial needs of older adults. Her research and community-based initiatives have significantly improved health outcomes for vulnerable populations, especially older adults in marginalized and rural communities. Dr. Faul’s leadership extends beyond the university, with her roles as President of the National Association for Geriatric Education (NAGE) and her membership on the Governor’s Alzheimer’s Advisory Council. She has secured major grants, including awards from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for geriatric workforce development, and has led numerous projects aimed at improving chronic disease management, dementia care, and age-friendly healthcare systems. Dr. Faul’s influence is also felt in the classroom, where she teaches advanced courses in social work and gerontology, and has mentored numerous doctoral students, many of whom have gone on to impactful careers. Her work has been recognized through prestigious awards such as the Kentucky Colonel and being named one of Business First’s 20 Professionals Leading Aging Care. Through her research, teaching, and professional service, Dr. Faul continues to shape the future of geriatric care both nationally and internationally.
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Executive DirectorUniversity of Louisville, Trager Institute, Louisville, United States10 Feb 2015
- ProfessorUniversity of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States8 Jun 2010
- Associate Dean Academic AffairsUniversity of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States14 Jan 2003 - 2 Jan 2018
- Associate ProfessorUniversity of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States15 Jun 2004 - 11 May 2010
- Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States14 Nov 2000 - 18 May 2004
- Senior LecturerUniversity of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa11 Jul 2000 - 10 Oct 2000
- LecturerUniversity of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa8 Oct 1996 - 13 Jun 2000
- Junior LecturerUniversity of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa6 Sep 1994 - 17 Sep 1996
- Research FellowArizona State University, School of Social Work, Phoenix, United States4 Jan 1994 - 30 Jun 1994
- DirectorPerspective Training College, Pretoria, South Africa7 Apr 1992 - 17 Oct 2000
- Senior ResearcherHuman Sciences Research Council, Social Work Department, Pretoria, South Africa5 Apr 1988 - 25 Jan 1989
- ResearcherHuman Sciences Research Council, Social Work Department, Pretoria, South Africa9 Apr 1985 - 16 Mar 1988
NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Clinical Social WorkerPrivate Practice, Pretoria, South Africa14 Feb 1989 - 17 Mar 1992
DEGREES
- D.Litt.Et Phill. Socialis ScientiaeUniversity of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa16 Jan 1990 - 13 Mar 1996
- M.A. Socialis ScientiaeUniversity of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa12 Jun 1985 - 8 Sep 1988
- B.A. Socialis ScientiaeUniversity of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa16 Jan 1980 - 19 Dec 1984
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Lifestyle Medicine ProfessionalAmerican College of Lifestyle Medicine18 Nov 2020