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Social work students, faculty, and staff gathered at KY State Capitol for Social Work Lobby Day
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More than 40% of Americans know someone who died from drug overdose, UK researcher finds
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UK College of Social Work hosts 2024 Kentucky Association of Social Work Educators Spring Conference
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Social work students, faculty, and staff gathered at KY State Capitol for Social Work Lobby Day
CoSW students, faculty, and staff highlighted the essential roles of social workers in shaping public policy and fostering community engagement.
More than 40% of Americans know someone who died from drug overdose, UK researcher finds
Julie Cerel of the College of Social Work co-authored the findings published in the American Journal of Public Health.
Research Scholars Program welcomes 4th cohort, advancing health care perspectives
Dr. Aubrey Jones of the College of Social Work is part of a new UK cohort to advance research by diverse faculty member disciplines.
UK College of Social Work hosts 2024 Kentucky Association of Social Work Educators Spring Conference
CoSW kicked off National Social Work Month with an opportunity for students and peers to present their work and accomplishments.
📷 Highlights: 2024 KASWE Conference at the University of Kentucky
The College of Social Work kicked off National Social Work month with the Kentucky Association of Social Work Educators Conference on the University of Kentucky’s campus.
College of Social Work launches ‘Social Work is Everywhere’ campaign
LEXINGTON, Ky. – For over 40 years, March has been officially designated as National Professional Social Work Month. This month, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) celebrates
4-H Camp Behavioral Health Fellow Program Welcomes New Cohort
Various UK Departments join forces to bring additional support to local 4-H campers.
DSW Student Leads the Charge in Eating Disorder Education and Awareness in Kentucky
Kari Gerth and the Kentucky Eating Disorder Council leads the way on advocacy and education in the state.
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.