Two Hartford-funded GeroRich Project Directors have been honored with Hartford Partnership Program for Aging Education (HPPAE) 2010 Leadership Awards:
- Ms. Debra Fromm Faria, GeroRich Project Director at SUNY Brockport (2001-04) and Curriculum Development Institute Program Mentor (2004-07), was chosen for the Outstanding Faculty Award.
- Dr. Cheryl Waites, GeroRich Project Director at North Carolina State University (2001-04), received the Outstanding Dean Award.
Both were honored at the HPPAE Award Ceremony at the 2010 CSWE Annual Program Meeting.
What may not be readily apparent about these national leaders in gerontological social work education is that Hartford funding through the GeroRich Project was a catalyst in moving them into the field of aging and away from their prior involvement in child welfare issues. Gerontological social work education and curriculum development are enriched by Cheryl and Debra’s leadership. Congratulations to both!