College News

November 21, 2024
The latest updates on the Sport Social Work Research Lab’s new partnerships and book.
November 20, 2024
“When I was medically separated from the military, I never imagined I’d be where I am today… much less being invited to the White House to share my concerns and discuss meaningful change.”
November 19, 2024
Tara Pulaski reflects on National Adoption month and how her own family came together.
November 18, 2024
Restorative Justice Week starts every third Sunday of November, this year from Nov. 17 – 23, to honor and propagate the ethos of restorative and justice based human connection.
November 15, 2024
Today’s event, held from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the King Alumni House and virtually via Zoom, welcomes faculty, staff, students, alumni, and virtual attendees.
November 14, 2024
Join us on January 29, 2025, for the Hospital Point in Time Count—Lexington’s first initiative to document hospitalized patients facing housing instability. Led by Drs. Abigail Latimer and Lynden Bond, this effort seeks to bridge gaps in homelessness data, informing policies to address the intersection of health and housing insecurity. Volunteers are vital for this count, ensuring ethical engagement and accurate data collection to support individuals at their most vulnerable.
November 12, 2024
This November, celebrate the incredible love and commitment that adoption represents while remembering that adoption is just the beginning.
November 8, 2024
“Attending the CSWE Annual Program Meeting for the first time was an inspiring experience. The wealth of knowledge shared reaffirmed the importance of collaboration and innovation in social work.”
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.

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UK Hazard Center for Excellence in Rural Health

Guiding Students in Hazard: Social Work Advisor Reflects on the Center of Excellence in Rural Health

The University of Kentucky’s Center of Excellence in Rural Health in Hazard, KY, plays a critical role in supporting students balancing higher education with community commitments. Jessica Williamson, a Hazard native and College of Social Work alumna, reflects on her experience as both a student and advisor at the Center. Her story sheds light on the resources available to rural students and the Center’s continued dedication to student success, even as many programs move online.

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