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UK Social Work’s online program certified for quality, among 1st in the country
The accomplishment, which took more than two years, marks a significant milestone for the College of Social Work.
UK College of Social Work Hosts National Social Work Month Events throughout March
The UK College of Social Work is excited to host events that will highlight that social work is everywhere. Join us and amplify the impact of social work, celebrating its essential role in society!
‘Research Made Possible’ podcast: Conner discusses HIV prevention in older Black women
Conner was the lead author for the scholarly article “Black Experiences Matter: Reflections on Black Faculty Interactions with Black Administrators.” This collaborative work was featured in the Journal of Social Work Education in 2022.
UK Social Work Alumni-Student Mentor Program Makes Lasting Impact, Builds Bridges
Following the success of the College of Social Work Alumni Association (SWAA) inaugural Alumni-Student Mentoring Program, the SWAA expands the initiative to foster deeper connections and further professional development opportunities in the field of social work for the Spring 2024 session.
Foster Parent Mentor Program Q&A: Empowering New Foster Parents
The University of Kentucky College of Social Work features a Q&A on its Foster Parent Mentor Program, highlighting the crucial support and guidance provided to new foster parents through one-on-one coaching relationships with experienced mentors.
University of Kentucky College of Social Work to host KASWE Spring Conference
CoSW kicks off National Social Work Month with a forum for students and educators to network and showcase their accomplishments.
New UK Social Work program offers FREE tuition, stipends, job placement
CoSW has partnered with institutions across the Commonwealth to offer a career preparation program that supplies everything you need to excel.
Social Work Student to Lead Discussion on Black Women’s Grief at the 2024 Sister Circle Forum
Uriah Carter, a doctoral candidate at the University of Kentucky, will speak at the 2024 Sister Circle Forum, focusing on the support and advocacy of Black women, particularly addressing the often-silent struggle of grief in this demographic.
Investing in Kinship Families: KY-KINS Provides Individualized Peer Support
The University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work launches the Kentucky Kinship Resource Center, offering unique support and innovative services like KY-KINS to kinship caregivers, addressing the high rate of kinship care in Kentucky.
Living King’s Legacy: Social Work members awarded during 2024 ceremony
University of Kentucky’s Rujeko “Rue” Machinga-Asaolu and Assistant Professor Laneshia Conner receive prestigious Living Legacy Awards for their exceptional contributions to social justice and leadership in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
UK Social Work to hire a Chief Well-Being Officer
The University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work introduces a unique Chief Well-Being Officer role, designed to foster a supportive and healthy academic workplace, aligning with the College’s strategic wellness initiatives.
Sport Social Work Research Lab: Exploring the Impact of Recreation on Youth Development
Arriving at the CoSW in the fall of 2023, Tarkington Newman is the director of the Sport Social Work Research Lab. Through his core research, Newman is looking at how sport can foster places where learning can occur, particularly related to social justice.