Adrianne M. Fletcher has been a practicing social work professional for the past two decades with work experience in child welfare, foster care, psychotherapy, Indian child welfare, court-appointed special advocates and veterans. Her previous appointment as an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, and her current appointment as an assistant professor at the Mandel School, have allowed her to use her teaching and advising skills, and also provide consultation service to agencies regarding issues of cultural humility.
Fletcher enjoys making herself available to facilitate discussions regarding the intractable thicket of race and culture for agencies and organizations who are aware that they are unaware. Her research seeks remedies for the malady of negative implicit attitude on decision-making among service professionals within the child welfare system who work with individuals who are often marginalized, poor, physically exhausted and emotionally challenged, and the phenomena of disproportionality.
Why I Teach
I teach to learn, grow and fly as close to the sun as possible. I also teach to teach others to learn, grow and fly as close to the sun as possible. I encourage critical thinking and collaborative processes because we are better together.
Why I Chose This Profession
This profession is critical because of its breadth and depth. It can open myriad doors, windows and skylights!