Janet Holter is an associate professor and program director of the social work program, teaching classes across the curriculum. Holter has been a certified social worker for over 20 years, with extensive practice experience in child welfare. She holds bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees in social work, completing her DSW through St. Catherine/University of St. Thomas in May 2018. Holter’s research interests include professional identity development, child welfare, ethics and boundaries, and practitioner wellness/self-care. She regularly conducts trainings in Wisconsin and Minnesota for social workers on ethics and boundaries.

How many years have you worked at Viterbo?

I have worked at Viterbo since August 2011, so almost 10 years.

Best known for teaching …

I am best known for teaching practice courses, particularly interviewing, Practice with Individuals and Families, and Field Education.

What do you love most about teaching at Viterbo?

I love the connection with students. Smaller class sizes help us really get to know our students. They are amazing individuals!

What inspires you?

My husband and my children, every day.

What others say about you?

“Janet is such an energetic and upbeat person.”

“Janet really cares about her students and makes learning theories fun. She is organized, and open to questions and discussion. She really makes this social work program enjoyable!”

“She makes learning fun, and not feel like learning. She is an incredible teacher, and I credit her for my feelings of preparedness for entering field practice and the social work practice all together.”