Faculty & Staff

The instructors in the Department of Child Studies 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 Child Studies

Carolyn Bjartveit, PhD

Michelle Briegel, MEd, CCYCC

Maureen Cullen, MA

Nancy Espetveidt, MEd

Mackenzie Fraser, MA, CCYCC

Emmi Henderson-Dekort, PhD

Chelan McCallion, MA, CYCC

Monica Pauls, PhD,
Chair, Department of Child Studies and Social Work

Jill Thompson , MA

Therese Wiart Jenkinson, MEd, CMS

Staff

Department of Child Studies and Social Work

Roy Bear Chief, MSW, Espoom Tah (helper)
Anne Johnston, Departmental Administrative Assistant

Shirley Rosas, Departmental Administrative Assistant

Child Studies

Hina Arshad, Child Development Lab Coordinator

Angie Smith, Coordinator, Practicum and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)

Joel Viehweger, Academic Advisor - Department of Child Studies and Social Work