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October 8, 2024
The University of Kentucky’s Center of Excellence in Rural Health in Hazard, KY, plays a critical role in supporting students balancing higher education with community commitments. Jessica Williamson, a Hazard native and College of Social Work alumna, reflects on her experience as both a student and advisor at the Center. Her story sheds light on the resources available to rural students and the Center’s continued dedication to student success, even as many programs move online.
October 8, 2024
Synergizing the efforts of three distinct sport social work entities, the Sport Social Work Collaborative will be the first conglomerate of its kind.
October 3, 2024
Willis Bright, a trailblazer and mentor known as “The Oracle,” has been inducted into the 2025 UK Alumni Association Hall of Distinguished Alumni. A 1966 CoSW graduate and the first African-American to earn the Algernon Sullivan Medallion, his lifelong commitment to uplifting underrepresented communities inspires future generations.
September 30, 2024
College of Social Work professor Antonio Garcia has dedicated his career to underserved communities. At the highly anticipated 2024 Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Annual Program meeting, Garcia will be recognized with the “Social Work Excellence Award” during the Minority Fellowship Program Gala.
September 26, 2024
Named after civil rights pioneer and the first African American student to attend the UK in 1949, the Lyman T. Johnson Awards Luncheon will be held on Friday, October 11th
September 25, 2024
Lori Lazzari’s dedication to the field of social work, both as an educator and practitioner, continues to inspire her students and colleagues. This year, she was named KY School Social Worker of the Year by KASSW.
September 24, 2024
“I’ve always viewed kinship care as not only something we do but something that’s an integral part of our everyday life.”

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