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Bridging the gap: UK Social Work student makes impact at Nicholasville Police Department
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CoSW’s Avery Powers receives prestigious Maurice A. Clay Award for leadership and impact at UK
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CoSW’s Aubrey Jones nominated for Community Action Council’s 2025 Unapologetically Woman Series
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University of Kentucky College of Social Work announces spring 2025 showcase of DSW scholars
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Award-winning journalist John Quiñones to deliver Rosenstein Lecture at 2025 UK UNITE Research Showcase
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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
CoSW’s Avery Powers receives prestigious Maurice A. Clay Award for leadership and impact at UK
Avery Powers, a triple major and leader at the University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work, has been honored with the Maurice A. Clay Award for her exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and lasting impact on the criminal justice program.
CoSW’s Aubrey Jones nominated for Community Action Council’s 2025 Unapologetically Woman Series
Faculty member Aubrey Jones joins a prestigious cohort of 50 women, recognized for their commitment to their communities.
UK’s Sport Social Work Research Lab set to co-host second annual Global Games
The SSW-RL will join the Global Games in collaboration with the MLK Center and the International Center, supporting a variety of international sports and activities.
March Moments: A recap of National Social Work and National Criminal Justice Month
LEXINGTON, Ky. — This March, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) celebrated National Social Work Month and National Criminal Justice Month, honoring the often unseen, yet transformative, work social
University of Kentucky College of Social Work announces spring 2025 showcase of DSW scholars
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Showcase of Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Scholars, set for April
Highlights: 2025 CoSW Goes Out to the Ball Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) continues to celebrate National Social Work and Criminal Justice Month, coming together with faculty, staff, and students at
Award-winning journalist John Quiñones to deliver Rosenstein Lecture at 2025 UK UNITE Research Showcase
LEXINGTON, Ky. – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work will welcome John Quiñones, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, longtime ABC News correspondent and host of What Would You Do?,
Celebrating Olivia Raley, Sarah Bennett Holmes Awards 30 Under 30 Recipient
As the first social worker on the Bardstown police force, Raley is utilizing her extensive education to help the force ensure that people in crisis receive immediate support and connection to essential resources.
A year after prestigious scholarship, student reflects on impact
LEXINGTON, Ky. — It has been a year since Olivia Yearns, a doctoral candidate in the University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work (CoSW) online Doctorate of Social Work (DSW)