Meg L. DeJong-Shier, LMSW, CDP
Assistant Clinical Professor of Social Work
Field Director, MSSW Program
Office: Old Main 426
Email: mdejong-shier@wtamu.edu
Phone: 806-651-2624
Professional Profile
Dr. DeJong-Shier joined the Department of Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work in January 2018. She obtained her B.S. degree in Political Science from Princeton University located in New Jersey in 1999. She then attained an MSW degree specializing in Communities from Monmouth University, also located in New Jersey, in 2004. Lastly, she earned a Doctorate in Social Work specializing in social work education from the University of St. Thomas located in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Teaching and Related Service
Dr. DeJong-Shier currently teaches all field practicum courses for the MSSW program. As field director for the MSSW program, she also oversees internship placements for all students enrolled in the graduate social work program and the associated administrative tasks.
With a background in political science, Dr. DeJong-Shier enjoys bringing the Macro perspective to the classroom. She will enthusiastically discuss how social work is influenced by history and politics.
Research and Creative Activity
Dr. DeJong-Shier research interests are diverse and eclectic. She has written about the criminalization of homelessness and her experience being deaf and working in higher education. Currently, Dr. DeJong-Shier is exploring students’ attitudes towards faculty with disability. She is very interested in exploring how disability studies can be better incorporated into social work education.