{"id":3399,"date":"2022-09-21T15:36:54","date_gmt":"2022-09-21T20:36:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/socialwelfare\/?post_type=alumni&p=3399"},"modified":"2025-11-26T10:23:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T16:23:52","slug":"eric-engelbart","status":"publish","type":"alumni","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/socialwelfare\/alumni-profiles\/eric-engelbart\/","title":{"rendered":"Eric Engelbart"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I liked that 51ÁÔÆæ has such an engaged student body, it seems like everyone is actively working with older adults and always open to consult. Also the professors, particularly Dr. Colleen Galambos and Dr. Yura Lee, are very distinguished in their fields and have a wealth of information.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why did you decide to study social work with a focus in gerontology?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I decided to study social work with a focus on gerontology based on my close relationship with my grandfather, and being by his side through life as an older adult. I also have a very close friend who is a septuagenarian who inspired me to seek out more interactions with older adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What did you like about this program?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I liked that 51ÁÔÆæ has such an engaged student body, it seems like everyone is actively working with older adults and always open to consult. Also the professors, particularly Dr. Colleen Galambos and Dr. Yura Lee, are very distinguished in their fields and have a wealth of information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How has your specialized knowledge in gerontology impacted your career?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I currently work as a case manager for individuals of all ages, but I am our team\u2019s specialist for working with older adults. I have found that my expertise is very useful at my current job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where are you currently working and what is your position?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I am a clinical case manager at MCFI\u2019s Whole Health Clinical Group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you learning while working in the field with older adults?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have found that the importance of activity theory and continuity theory are both very easy to observe in working with older adults. Support systems and responsibilities seem to help build resilience and sustain older adults, both mentally and physically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What advice do you have for future students who are interested in studying gerontology social work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I would encourage future students to take advantage of all of the opportunities presented by the graduate program, in order to build a strong resume and a wealth of experience. 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