Behind the Title: Dr. Zamore Byrd, Clinical Assistant Professor

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What can a career in higher education look like for professionals with experience beyond the classroom? In this “Behind the Title” episode of Let’s Talk Higher Ed Careers, host Jennifer O’Neill talks with Dr. Kerry-Ann Zamore Byrd, assistant clinical professor and interim undergraduate program director at Baylor University’s Diana R. Garland School of Social Work.

Dr. Zamore Byrd shares how she combined her experience in social work, education, and the creative arts to build a career centered on mentoring students and preparing the next generation of social workers. She also discusses how practicing social workers can move into higher education and offers military spouses advice on identifying and communicating their transferable skills as they explore career opportunities.

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