Christopher Newport University Announces
Dean William Parks Colloquia SeriesNews Release - September15, 2003
contact: Dr. Jouett Powell
jpowell@cnu.edu
757-594-7425(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)— The first lecture in the Dean William Parks Colloquia series for the 2003-2004 academic year will be given on Tuesday, September 23, 2003, at 12:30 p.m. in the Falk Art Gallery in Gosnold Hall on the Christopher Newport University (CNU) campus. Dr. Gwendolyn Thornton, CNU Assistant Professor of Social Work, will speak on “Delinquency Among Black Females: An Ecological Perspective.” A brief reception will follow Dr. Thornton’s talk. There is no admission charge.
Dr. Thornton’s lecture is based on a study she undertook as a part of her doctoral research. She received her Doctorate of Social Work from Norfolk State University in May of this year. Her study examines the influences of family characteristics and peer relationships on delinquency among black females from diverse backgrounds. The results of her analysis provide a foundation for social work practitioners, educators, juvenile justice professionals, policymakers and other helping professionals to better understand and to respond to factors contributing to this delinquent behavior.
Dr. Thornton is a licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as teacher of courses in social work theory and practice. She made professional presentations to both academic and social services audiences. She received her Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is a past recipient of a Commonwealth Graduate Fellowship.