Her current research focuses upon the comparative role of citizenship education and its impact upon national identity, individual identity, and self-esteem in Northern Ireland and the United States. She has presented her scholarly work in several peer-reviewed publications and at various international, national, and regional conferences. She was named a Kappa Delta Pi Teacher of Honor in 2009 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the profession of teaching. Dr. Finley-Bowman is actively involved in curriculum reform, course development, and outcomes assessment. She is a member of the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies. She previously served as Associate Professor of History, Chair of the Department of Secondary Education, and Co-Director of the Honors Program at Delaware Valley College.