Jeremy Savage
Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice
303-871-6681 (Office)
Katherine A. Ruffatto Hall, 1999 East Evans Avenue Denver, CO 80208-1700
What I do
Dr. Jeremy Savage teaches and mentors future counselors, supporting the development of the clinical skills, self-awareness, and ethical foundation needed for effective and compassionate practice. His work encompasses teaching, clinical supervision, research, and service, with a commitment to inclusive education, student success, and professional growth.Specialization(s)
Counselor Education, higher education, Mental Health
Professional Biography
Dr. Savage is a counselor educator, clinician, and higher education professional who is passionate about helping students grow into skilled, reflective, and compassionate practitioners. As a Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver, he teaches graduate counseling courses and supervises students in clinical training. His interests include counselor development, inclusive teaching, faculty support, and the ways people create meaning in educational and personal contexts. Dr. Savage completed his Ed.D. in Higher Education and Leadership and is currently pursuing an M.A. in Religious Studies. He is also actively involved in the Denver mental health community through clinical practice and professional networking.
Degree(s)
- BS, Business Administration, Regis University
- MA, Counseling, Regis University
- EDD, Higher Education and Leadership, Rockhurst University, 2026
Licensure / Accreditations
- Licensed Professional Counselor
Professional Affiliations
- American Educational Research Association
- American Psychological Association
Research
Dr. Savage's scholarship focuses on teaching, learning, and professional development in higher education, with particular emphasis on counselor education and faculty experiences. His research explores how educational environments can better support both student success and instructor effectiveness through evidence-based teaching practices, inclusive pedagogy, and meaningful assessment. He is also interested in professional identity development, the ways individuals create meaning within educational settings, and the intersection of learning, reflection, and personal growth.
A recent research project completed as part of his Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) examined faculty perceptions of Student Evaluations of Teaching (SETs) in higher education. This study investigated how faculty experience and interpret student evaluations, the perceived strengths and limitations of these assessments, and the strategies educators use to respond to evaluation feedback. More broadly, Dr. Savage's research contributes to conversations about effective teaching, faculty well-being, equitable assessment practices, and the creation of supportive learning environments that benefit both students and educators.
A recent research project completed as part of his Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) examined faculty perceptions of Student Evaluations of Teaching (SETs) in higher education. This study investigated how faculty experience and interpret student evaluations, the perceived strengths and limitations of these assessments, and the strategies educators use to respond to evaluation feedback. More broadly, Dr. Savage's research contributes to conversations about effective teaching, faculty well-being, equitable assessment practices, and the creation of supportive learning environments that benefit both students and educators.
Areas of Research
Student Evaluations of Teaching (SETs)
faculty development
Higher Education Assessment
Counselor Education
Teaching and Learning
Professional Identity Development.
Awards
- Dean's Award for Innovative Teaching, Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver
