Dr. Julie Luker

Dr. Luker has been working in higher education since 2003 as an instructor, administrator, social science researcher, and educational consultant. Her interdisciplinary background in Education and Psychology provides her with a unique lens through which to approach these roles. She has expertise in program and institutional assessment, program alignment, and curriculum development across a variety of learning modalities. Within the undergraduate Psychology program at Concordia University, Dr. Luker currently teaches courses in Social, Cognitive, and Developmental Psychology.

Dr. Luker has been leading an ongoing oral history research project since 2021, focusing on the childhood experiences of those who grew up in the Twin Cities. The project prioritizes student involvement at every stage.

Dr. Luker is also certified as a Grief Educator and a Nursing Assistant (CNA), and is listed as a Grief Certified Peer-to-Peer Supporter on Grief.com. She employs these skills in her local hospice community, serving as a Hospice CNA, Bereavement Counselor, and hospice volunteer. She also leverages her training to normalize the death and dying process by educating others about grief and end-of-life issues.

“I strive to build community with students at every opportunity, and my reason for doing so is simple. Students learn best when they feel valued, appreciated, and heard. ” – Dr. Julie Luker

Academic Pedigree

• Ed.D., Education, Hamline University
• M.A., Cognitive and Social Processes, Ball State University
• B.A., Psychology (French Minor), University of St. Thomas

Selected Certifications

• Grief Educator Certification, David Kessler
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State of Minnesota
• Graduate Certificate in Online Learning, College of St. Scholastica

Professional Blog and Socials

• Beyond the Curriculum – Dr. Luker’s Reflections in Higher Education and Life
• Dr. Luker’s LinkedIn
• Dr. Luker’s Instagram

Campus Address: AD 213
Email: luker@csp.edu