June 13, 2024
The College of Social Work faculty and students expanded their social work experiences on a global level.
Breanna Williams
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 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.
May 13, 2024
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
Erin Mayhorn, Child Welfare Workforce Development Manager at the CoSW, details her professional journey in child welfare.
May 10, 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 3, 2024
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 2, 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.
April 29, 2024
As Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young finishes up her time with the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), a journey that started with a basketball and a hoop culminates in a Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
April 22, 2024
The CoSW celebrated the 2023 Foster and Adoptive Families of the Year at the Statewide Foster and Adoptive Appreciation Event.
April 17, 2024
New York Times Best-selling author and award-winning columnist Juan Williams to be featured speaker.
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UK Social Work travels to Ireland and Northern Ireland for Education Abroad trip
The College of Social Work faculty and students expanded their social work experiences on a global level.
June 13, 2024
National Foster Care Month: CoSW Professor works to increase positive youth outcomes in the child welfare systems
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
UK Social Work announces second cohort of BRIGHT Leadership Training Participants
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 23, 2024
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
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
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
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
From the Court to the Classroom: Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young’s journey to the College of Social Work
As Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young finishes up her time with the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), a journey that started with a basketball and a hoop culminates in a Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
April 29, 2024
UK College of Social Work and DCBS Host Statewide Foster and Adoptive Parent Appreciation Event
The CoSW celebrated the 2023 Foster and Adoptive Families of the Year at the Statewide Foster and Adoptive Appreciation Event.
April 22, 2024
UK College of Social Work Hosting 22nd Annual Rosenstein Lecture
New York Times Best-selling author and award-winning columnist Juan Williams to be featured speaker.
April 17, 2024