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Home   >  School of Education   >  Faculty & Staff   >  Claire Muselman, Ed.D.

Claire Muselman, Ed.D.

Claire Muselman, Ed.D.

Co-Director, Master of Science in Leadership Development; Assistant Professor of Practice, Leadership, Human Resources, & Organizational Behavior

School of Education

Phone: 515-271-2620

Email: claire.muselman@drake.edu

Office: Collier-Scripps Hall, 219 and Aliber Hall, 344

Biography

Dr. Claire Muselman serves as Assistant Professor of Practice in Leadership and Organizational Behavior in the Zimpleman College of Business and Co-Director of the Leadership Master of Science program at Drake University's School of Education. With nearly two decades in the insurance industry, she's become a transformative force in workers' compensation and risk management, pioneering initiatives like the Workers' Recovery Unit, the Workers' Compensation Center of Excellence, and The Transitions. Her influence extends to co-hosting the acclaimed podcast ADJUSTED, a claims podcast, as well as creating content for various media outlets, including WorkCompCentral, the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI) and WorkersCompensation.com.

Dr. Muselman's focus on empathetic, emotionally intelligent leadership at Drake University fosters well-being and growth, reflecting her commitment to educating future leaders. Her additional roles as Dean of Workers' Compensation for the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance's Claims College and Faculty for Work Comp College highlight her impact on the educational landscape. 

Beyond academia, Dr. Claire actively advocates for inclusivity, diversity, and community service through her work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Educational Program Developer for Broadlawns Medical Center, and Advisory Board Member for the Paramedics Program at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC). Her unwavering dedication and profound insights continue to shape the industry and inspire those striving for positive impact, making her an invaluable asset to Drake University and the broader field. 

Areas of Expertise

  • Leadership
  • Business Strategy
  • Human Resources
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Insurance & Risk Management

Education

  • B.A. University of Iowa
  • M.P.A. Drake University
  • Ed.S. Drake University
  • Ed.D. Grand Canyon University

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