Andrea Barrick received her BSW from Barton College; MSW, MPA, MA and PhD in Political
Science from West Virginia University. She teaches Human Behavior and Organizational
and Practice Policy. Dr. Barrick has practice expertise in juvenile services and nonprofit
work. Her research is focused on policymaking in the state courts, agenda setting,
domestic violence, and pedagogy issues in social work. Her hobbies include spending
time with friends and family, being outside in nature, traveling, and weight training.