Patricia Shine
M.S.W., Simmons School of Social Work
About Patricia Shine
Professor Shine came to NVU-Lyndon in 2003 after working as a clinical social worker in Boston for 16 years. Her work included staff supervision, program development, case management, training, and education, along with a small private practice. After having served as an adjunct at several colleges in the Boston area, she found that teaching was her passion.
One of the things Professor Shine loves about working at NVU-Lyndon is the ability to form close relationships with students. “Classes are small so I’m able to get to know students and tailor my teaching approaches according to the individual learning needs of each student.”
Professor Shine’s work focuses on challenging all forms of oppression (sexism, classism, heterosexism, etc.), particularly racial justice. She is committed to social justice advocacy and activism and emphasizes the strengths perspective and self-determination in her work with others.
Courses Taught
Field Work
Field Work Seminar
Macro Perspectives
Exploring Race & Challenging Race in the U.S.
Human Interaction
Internship