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Anna Faul

Professor

Kent School of Social Work

Orcid identifier0000-0002-4963-371X
  • 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 Director
    University of Louisville, Trager Institute, Louisville, United States10 Feb 2015
  • Professor
    University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States8 Jun 2010
  • Associate Dean Academic Affairs
    University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States14 Jan 2003 - 2 Jan 2018
  • Associate Professor
    University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States15 Jun 2004 - 11 May 2010
  • Assistant Professor
    University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences, Louisville, United States14 Nov 2000 - 18 May 2004
  • Senior Lecturer
    University of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa11 Jul 2000 - 10 Oct 2000
  • Lecturer
    University of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa8 Oct 1996 - 13 Jun 2000
  • Junior Lecturer
    University of Johannesburg, Social Work Department, Johannesburg, South Africa6 Sep 1994 - 17 Sep 1996
  • Research Fellow
    Arizona State University, School of Social Work, Phoenix, United States4 Jan 1994 - 30 Jun 1994
  • Director
    Perspective Training College, Pretoria, South Africa7 Apr 1992 - 17 Oct 2000
  • Senior Researcher
    Human Sciences Research Council, Social Work Department, Pretoria, South Africa5 Apr 1988 - 25 Jan 1989
  • Researcher
    Human Sciences Research Council, Social Work Department, Pretoria, South Africa9 Apr 1985 - 16 Mar 1988

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Clinical Social Worker
    Private Practice, Pretoria, South Africa14 Feb 1989 - 17 Mar 1992

DEGREES

  • D.Litt.Et Phill. Socialis Scientiae
    University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa16 Jan 1990 - 13 Mar 1996
  • M.A. Socialis Scientiae
    University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa12 Jun 1985 - 8 Sep 1988
  • B.A. Socialis Scientiae
    University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa16 Jan 1980 - 19 Dec 1984

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional
    American College of Lifestyle Medicine18 Nov 2020