The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) has announced Dr. Lindsey Munoz will start an appointment as a clinical faculty member, where she will continue shaping the future of teaching and learning.
Munoz joined CoSW in 2024 as the assistant dean of pedagogical possibilities, a role focused on enhancing instructional excellence, innovation, and accessibility. This fall, she expands her commitment to the College by also serving as a faculty member, bringing her student-centered approach directly into the classroom.
“I’ve always felt a strong pull toward teaching,” Munoz shared. “Serving in an administrative role reminded me how much I value the connection with students—and stepping into a faculty role feels like the next step in my own professional growth.”
That growth is guided by a teaching philosophy rooted in constructivism, relational-cultural theory, and an unwavering commitment to inclusive and transparent instruction. Whether developing new academic alert systems or advocating for Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Munoz views access and success in education not as individual burdens, but as shared institutional responsibilities.
Munoz has led College-wide efforts to enhance online learning, integrate responsible AI use, and apply data to improve instruction. Her work spans undergraduate through graduate programs and includes onboarding programs that make virtual classrooms more dynamic and engaging.
Looking ahead, Munoz will continue prioritizing three key initiatives:
- Leveraging data to enhance academic decision-making and instructional quality,
- Strengthening faculty development across modalities, and
- Advancing instructional design systems that are accessible, aligned, and sustainable.
“My goal is to support high-impact teaching that makes the College of Social Work a true destination for students,” Munoz explained. “We already have extraordinary faculty and curriculum. Now, we’re focusing on how we deliver those experiences to ensure connection, clarity, and long-term impact.”
Outside of academia, Munoz brings a unique lens shaped by her work in mental health, public safety, and app development—and a surprising background as a nationally ranked BMX racer. “It’s not something that comes up often in meetings,” she joked, “but it definitely shaped how I think about discipline, resilience, and risk-taking.”
Whether she’s working with instructional designers, mentoring new educators, or experimenting with new classroom approaches, Munoz continues to model what it means to learn, evolve, and lead with intention.
