Tara Stafford

Tara Stafford spearheads initiatives to address the complexities of social work education and practice as a professor and instructor in the Department of Social Work at California State University-East Bay. With a robust academic background, she holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), bringing a wealth of practical and theoretical knowledge to her students. At CSU East Bay, Tara is dedicated to fostering an engaging learning environment that equips future social workers with the skills and insights necessary to thrive in diverse settings. Her commitment to student success is evident in her interactive teaching methods and her availability for student consultations during her office hours, which are held bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Tara's contributions to the field extend beyond the classroom, as she actively participates in various departmental initiatives aimed at enhancing the social work curriculum. Her passion for social work and her dedication to her students make her an invaluable asset to the CSU East Bay community.