Alison Climo

Alison H. Climo was hired by UNC Center for Aging and Adult Research and Education Services (Cares) at UNC School of Social Work in May 2021 after working with the program as an independent contractor since 2016. At UNC Cares, Ali provides leadership in strategic and program planning, community education and outreach, and program evaluation across a variety of systems change projects. Prior to her work with UNC Cares, Ali worked at Warren Wilson College in Asheville, N.C. in various roles over 17 years, including as faculty and as director of the undergraduate social work program, director of academic assessment, and director of institutional effectiveness. Ali holds a Ph.D. degree in social work and psychology and a Master of Social Work degree from University of Michigan.