Welcome to the College of Social Work's Student Support Engagement and Experience (SEE) Hub!
Here, you’ll discover a variety of student organizations representing diverse interests and passions, along with an up-to-date calendar of events in the College of Social Work. Utilize student resources to best support your college and professional career, as well as your personal life. Whether you’re seeking academic support, forging social connections, navigating the complexities of emotional well-being, maintaining your physical wellness, or laying the foundation for your future career, we have you covered.
If you ever need assistance to be uniquely tailored to your needs, check below for what options are available, or contact us so that we may try and best serve you. Tap into the resources you need that CoSW offers throughout your college journey and ensure your future success.
Our advisors are wholeheartedly committed to your success. In addition to supporting your academic goals, advisors can help you plan or change your class schedule, navigate course requirements, explore career plans, and more.
Receive personalized writing assistance at the Robert E. Hemenway Writing Center, available for all stages of the writing process.
STC provides free tutoring for students enrolled in STA 210 and STA 296 from graduate students currently teaching or assisting in these classes.
Access free tutoring at Mathskeller for 100-level math courses, MA213, and MA214, without needing an appointment.
TL is a centralized student support unit – a student’s one-stop shop for on-campus academic resources.
The Study is a peer tutoring program that provides free, drop-in, peer tutoring for man 100 and 200 level courses in math, science, and business.
Get peer tutoring for communication and composition tasks in any course, covering research papers, essays, presentations, technology and more at Presentation U.
A variety of free tutoring and coaching resources available for all students across the University.
Supporting and advocating for veteran and military-connected students through fostering community, assisting with college transitions, and processing GI Bill certification.
Join clubs, attend events, volunteer, participate in research, take group fitness classes, and explore a variety of involvement opportunities at UK.
The National Association of Black Social Works is an international organization that is committed to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research. The ABSW-UK Chapter is comprised of students from all CoSW degree programs and other disciplines from UK and surrounding colleges.
Contact at: kywildcatsabsw@nabsw.org
Co-Presidents: Ryley Butler Modaff and Alex Williams
Follow SWA on Instagram: universityofkyswa
Social Work Association at the University of Kentucky is a student-led organization that aims to promote social justice while providing community service, opportunities for continuing education, and developing students as professional social workers. Their slogan: Make Friends! Make a Difference!
President: Avery Powers – Email
The Criminal Justice Association (CJA) connects students and professionals, offering resources like workshops and networking to promote ethical practices, collaboration, and advancement in criminal justice.
Must meet academic eligibility criteria.
Phi Alpha is a national honor society that fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work.
The Doctor of Social Work Student Community (DSWSC) was developed to bring together students across the cohorts enrolled and active in the Doctor of Social Work degree at the University of Kentucky. The DSWSC serves as an opportunity to develop relationships and connection between DSW students. Additionally, the DSWSC offers opportunities for engagement in social justice and advocacy opportunities, leadership, informal mentor/mentee relationships and sharing of information and support!
Contact – Karen Magruder – Karen.Magruder@uky.edu
Contact – Kathy Clark – keclar3@uky.edu
TRACS offers direct clinical and referral support for various mental health needs and crises, both in-person and virtually.
UK CSI provides comprehensive support to distressed students, connecting them to campus and community resources for well-being and success.
The Dean of Students office fosters positive student behavior through engaging programs, activities, and services.
Mental health services, including individual and group therapy, available in Kentucky. Case managers assist those outside Kentucky in connecting with local mental health services.
Talk Space provides students with 2 live sessions/month and unlimited asynchronous messaging with therapists in all 50 states, even for students abroad, free of charge.
Mindfulness and meditation app that features services such as guided meditations, sleep podcasts, curated playlists, workouts, free year-long subscription to all students.
Partnering with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs.
The UK VIP Center aims to create safe spaces for people to be heard while working to speak for those who have been silenced.
POWER provides inclusive and innovative health promotion programs and resources that promote physical, mental, and social health.
The Big Blue Pantry is open to any University of Kentucky student with a valid UK ID experiencing food insecurity or hunger.
Financial Ombud Services assists students facing financial difficulties after consulting their University of Kentucky financial aid counselor. They provide personalized help with tuition and fee payments.
Campus Recreation offers a variety of quality recreation programs and services to support student success and well-being, including in-person and virtual group fitness and personal training.
Wildcat Wardrobe is a career closet helping students access professional attire for job interviews, internships, and post-graduation opportunities, reducing the financial burden.
The Stuckert Career Center provides comprehensive career development programming, resources, and services for students and new graduates.
The SWAA Alumni-Student Mentoring Program connects current College of Social Work students with alumni to foster meaningful one-on-one relationships.
Field education, a vital aspect of social work education, allows students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings. This hands-on experience equips students with practical skills for the evolving social work field.
The College of Social Work hosts a job board where both internal and external organizations post job openings. Keep an eye out for new career opportunities.
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Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together […]
This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe […]
Losing a relationship, a person, a role/way of life, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own. The emotions […]
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) is hosting an open house to discuss the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program. This program is for graduate students, but […]
Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love, be it a neighbor, a friend’s child, […]
Oftentimes, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children, a family […]
Raising your grandchildren and parenting again later in life can be especially challenging in today’s culture. Navigating this change in roles–moving from grandparents to being parents again–can be both confusing […]
Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
The Gathering Spot will be a monthly opportunity to connect with Kentucky Kinship Resource Center staff to learn more about our programs, find a group to join, get tech assistance so […]
Losing a relationship, a person, a role/way of life, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own. The emotions […]
Turn Your Goals into Reality Explore our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is at the end of the event listing, under 'Website'. […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love, be it a neighbor, a friend’s child, […]
Are you passionate about making a difference through learning to conduct and disseminate social work research? During this session, you will have the opportunity to meet our PhD program director, […]
Oftentimes, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children, a family […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
Raising your grandchildren and parenting again later in life can be especially challenging in today’s culture. Navigating this change in roles–moving from grandparents to being parents again–can be both confusing […]
Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together […]
This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
In part II of our Trauma series, we’ll learn practical techniques that will teach how to effectively parent children with trauma. We’ll look at positive discipline measures that focus on […]
The UK Grad School in partnership with the Stuckert Career Center is hosting a Fall Semester Workshop Series on Navigating Careers Beyond Academia. Each of these online workshops will detail […]
Losing a relationship, a person, a role/way of life, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own. The emotions […]
Explore our Master of Social Work (MSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is below, under 'Website' The UK Difference Our MSW program is an Advanced Generalist program […]
Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students, staff, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. These […]
Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students, staff, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. These […]
Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love, be it a neighbor, a friend’s child, […]
Oftentimes, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children, a family […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
Kentucky Citizen Review Panels (CRP) and Children's Justice Act (CJA) Task Force members are invited to a training with DCBS Assistant Director, Dr. Jennifer Thornhill, on the new DCBS Division […]
Raising your grandchildren and parenting again later in life can be especially challenging in today’s culture. Navigating this change in roles–moving from grandparents to being parents again–can be both confusing […]
Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students, staff, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. These […]
Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students, staff, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. These […]
Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe […]
Restorative Justice Week is Nov. 17 – 23! Dr. Christine Kindler will be giving a talk on The Little Book of Restorative Justice on Tuesday, Nov. 19th from noon-1pm EST […]
Please join us as we discuss the upcoming Master of Science in Criminal Justice program! This info session will be held virtually over Zoom. Please register by using the link […]
Pursue your Passion for the Greater Good Explore College of Social Work’s newest Criminal Justice program during our online info session! REGISTER HERE The UK Difference Graduates from our […]
Monthly Staff Meeting for Centers & Labs Training Resource Center Staff. The meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month at the Training Resource Center. This is an in-person […]
Losing a relationship, a person, a role/way of life, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own. The emotions […]
Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love, be it a neighbor, a friend’s child, […]
Turn Your Goals into Reality Explore our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is at the end of the event listing, under 'Website'. […]
Oftentimes, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children, a family […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
Raising your grandchildren and parenting again later in life can be especially challenging in today’s culture. Navigating this change in roles–moving from grandparents to being parents again–can be both confusing […]
Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together […]
This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe […]
Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a […]
Losing a relationship, a person, a role/way of life, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own. The emotions […]
Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love, be it a neighbor, a friend’s child, […]
Oftentimes, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children, a family […]
We look forward to meeting with you and offer assistance in managing the challenges of college life and various stressors. We will listen to your concerns, identify your needs, and assist you to the resources that will best help contribute to your success.
Please complete this form if you encounter any student facing situations that affect their personal, physical, or emotional health, displaying worrisome behaviors, or if you think a student could benefit from additional support.