Rujeko Machinga-Asaolu awarded by Gerontological Society of America
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Partnering with the Argillite Community Service Center, the Northeastern Citizen Review Panel hosted an overdose response and resource event.
June 4, 2024
Moore will take the place of Dr. Kalea Benner, who was named incoming dean in the social work program at IUPUI.
June 3, 2024
Advising launches the Dream Exploration Workshop, an innovative initiative aimed at helping students align their life purposes and explore their dreams through engaging activities and discussions.
May 30, 2024
School Social Work Fellowship helps equip FCPS employees to deal with growing mental and behavioral health challenges among students.
May 30, 2024
Working with the Foster Parent Mentor Program, Taylor Dowdy-Hazlett is focused on improving retention for foster parents to mitigate turnover and decrease the amount of placement disruptions for youth.
May 30, 2024
Dean Jay Miller today announced the appointment of Dr. Shelita Jackson to lead undergraduate social work programs.
May 24, 2024
This article was originally posted in UKNow by Kody Kiser and Lindsey Piercy.
May 23, 2024
The innovative training program is part of the College of Social Work’s Forward, Together Plan and aims to support and cultivate leadership development among faculty and staff.
May 22, 2024
DCBS Commissioner Lesa Dennis details her time in the MSW Program and how it helped elevate her both personally and professionally.
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Always remember your why: DCBS Commissioner and CoSW alum reflects on time at UK
DCBS Commissioner Lesa Dennis details her time in the MSW Program and how it helped elevate her both personally and professionally.
May 22, 2024
“Over the Hills and Through the Hollers”: Faculty Research Aids Appalachian Recovery Programs
Lexington, KY (May 21st, 2024) – In the heart of Appalachia, a culturally rich region hard-hit by the opioid epidemic, the Kentucky Access to Recovery Program (KATR) is making significant
May 21, 2024
UK researchers secure grant to enhance understanding, improve child welfare systems
Two researchers at the University of Kentucky are using their experience and expertise to conduct an innovative study aimed at improving the child welfare system and supporting families across the Commonwealth.
May 13, 2024
“Social work found me.” Erin Mayhorn’s passion for child welfare culminates in doctoral degree
Erin Mayhorn, Child Welfare Workforce Development Manager at the CoSW, details her professional journey in child welfare.
May 13, 2024
UK College of Social Work celebrates graduating class of 2024
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.
May 10, 2024
College of Social Work graduate pens op-ed on perseverance as a nontraditional student
This article is an op-ed provided by recent UK CoSW graduate Lakyn Collins. She details the path that brought her from a small town in Eastern Kentucky to finding her dream purpose to help others like herself as nontraditional students. To help provide resources and fight for the rights of Kentuckians that are overlooked.
May 8, 2024
📷Highlights: College of Social Work Graduation May 2024
On Friday, May 3, CoSW hosted a Graduation Celebration at the Gatton Student Center, honoring the 384 individuals who constituted the Class of 2024.
May 7, 2024
Dr. Antonio Garcia Spearheads Innovative Research to Transform Trauma-Informed Practices in Education
Through Garcia’s groundbreaking research and development of trauma-informed curricula, Dr. Garcia is not only advancing academic discourse but also fostering real-world solutions that enhance the resilience and well-being of children across the nation.
May 7, 2024
Faculty uses classroom to expand flood recovery efforts in Eastern Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky (May 6th, 2024) – In an educational endeavor that merges scholarly research with pragmatic crisis management, Drs. Natalie Pope and Diane Loeffler have harnessed recovery efforts in the
May 6, 2024
UK College of Social Work paints “Rachel’s Room” in honor of former CoSW student
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, students were invited to participate in creating a comforting and welcoming space for families visiting the supervised visitation room at the DCBS office.
May 3, 2024
‘Behind the Blue’: UK grad finds passion for global social work through Explore First
This article was originally posted in UKNow by Kody Kiser and Jenny Wells-Hosley.
May 3, 2024
UK College of Social Work honors 2024 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.
May 2, 2024