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Social Work Ph.D. student publishes first lead-author article

November 6, 2024
As a student and sport social work researcher, publishing his first lead-author article is a significant milestone in Levone Lee’s academic journey.

National Adoption Month: Recognize the importance of familial bonds

November 4, 2024
In Kentucky, there are over 8,000 youths in foster care. Of those, approximately one-third are waiting to be adopted.
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UK College of Social Work attends 2024 Council on Social Work Education Annual Program Meeting

October 29, 2024
CSWE APM is the largest gathering of social work educators, researchers, and academic administrators in the United States.
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‘What comes first: the scary movie, or the fear?’ UK professor talks horror films and society

October 29, 2024
This Halloween season, UK’s “Research Made Possible” podcast explores Conner’s work in the classroom, specifically a course she created called “Horror Films and Social Welfare.”
Fall color on UK campus on Monday October 27, 2014 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Mark Cornelison

Back from Fall Break Checklist: Get Ahead for the Rest of the Semester 

October 29, 2024
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UK Alumna leads fight against violence on women and children

October 26, 2024
Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) alumna Elizabeth Brillon leads CSWE’s Violence Against Women and Children track, championing reform and support at the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act.
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Interview with Avery Powers: triple major, student scholar, ambassador and leader

October 21, 2024
Discover how Avery Powers, a triple major at UK, overcomes challenges with resilience and fearless persistence, excelling as a student, leader, and researcher in the College of Social Work.
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Rujeko Machinga-Asaolu awarded by Gerontological Society of America

October 16, 2024
If you know Machinga-Asaolu—known affectionately as “Rue” to her peers and colleagues—you’ll understand that the word “exceptional” barely scratches the surface of her contributions and impact to social work and education.
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University of Kentucky College of Social Work Celebrates 50 Years of BASW Accreditation 

October 15, 2024
As the BASW program marks its 50th year of accreditation, the CoSW embarks on a year-long series of events and celebrations to honor the program’s rich legacy.
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Social Work’s Sara Corman fosters well-being in student-athletes through sport social work

October 14, 2024
“I always like to remind them that you are an athlete on the field, but you are also a person off the field,” Corman said. “I want them to know that they will always have someone in their corner.” 

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