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UK College of Social Work honors 2025 graduating class on Friday
CoSW graduates emerge with a newfound sense of purpose, armed with knowledge, skills, and a sense of responsibility to create positive change in their communities and beyond.
Social Work hosts Spring 2025 Doctor of Social Work virtual showcase
Student-led research tackles real-world challenges across the country
Social Work wellness program invites staff to connect with the arts
Partnership between Colleges of Social Work and Fine Arts seeks to improve faculty and staff wellness, deepen connection to UK.
The College of Social Work Honors National Foster Care Month this May
The College of Social Work honors those who have made a difference in the lives of children in the Commonwealth.
START program earns Certified State Infrastructure Affiliate designation from the National START Training and Technical Assistance Program
The designation is awarded based on a demonstrated ability to drive implementation, quality improvement, and competency development at the state level.
Grounded Together: UK DSW Class of 2025 leaves a legacy of support for former foster youth
The Grounded Together initiative will provide resources such as educational materials, mentorship opportunities, extracurricular and leadership development, and emergency assistance for former foster youth attending UK.
Highlights: 2025 Foster & Adoptive Parent Appreciation Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – As National Foster Care Month approaches in May, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), alongside the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), hosted a Statewide Foster and
What One Day Can Do: The Impact of Your Giving
LEXINGTON, Ky. — On April 24, the College of Social Work came together with the entire University of Kentucky community for One Day for UK—and thanks to your generosity, participation,
Social Work faculty researcher develops sex education models for older adults
UK researcher Dr. Laneshia Conner is creating aging-inclusive, culturally tailored sexual health education tools to address rising STI risks in older adults.
Bridging the gap: UK Social Work student makes impact at Nicholasville Police Department
As part of her field practicum, Emma Noffsinger is helping to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, bringing a social worker’s perspective to the front lines of public service.
Side by Side: Riya and Richa Patel Graduate as Trailblazers of UK’s MSCJ Program
Best friends Riya and Richa Patel graduate together with a criminal justice degree from UK’s first MSCJ cohort, driven by purpose and community.
Army–UK MSW Program Honors 2025 Graduating Cohort
LEXINGTON — On April 18, 2025, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) and the United States Army will recognize 27 graduating officers at a ceremony held at