May 23, 2025
Research led by Dr. Tarkington J. Newman and Levone Lee explores how sports-based programs support youth development in real-world settings.
Breanna Williams
May 15, 2025
Through research, Dr. Dowdy-Hazlett seeks to identify supports that stabilize placements and improve outcomes within the foster care community.
May 14, 2025
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 5, 2025
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 1, 2025
The College of Social Work honors those who have made a difference in the lives of children in the Commonwealth.
April 30, 2025
The designation is awarded based on a demonstrated ability to drive implementation, quality improvement, and competency development at the state level.
April 29, 2025
The Grounded Together initiative will provide resources such as educational materials, mentorship opportunities, extracurricular and leadership development, and emergency assistance for former foster youth attending UK.
April 28, 2025
April 22, 2025
As part of her field practicum, Emma Noffsinger is helping to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, bringing a social worker’s perspective to the front lines of public service.
April 15, 2025
Avery Powers, a triple major and leader at the University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work, has been honored with the Maurice A. Clay Award for her exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and lasting impact on the criminal justice program.
April 7, 2025
Faculty member Aubrey Jones joins a prestigious cohort of 50 women, recognized for their commitment to their communities.
April 3, 2025
The SSW-RL will join the Global Games in collaboration with the MLK Center and the International Center, supporting a variety of international sports and activities.
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UK Social Work Researchers Explore Youth Life Skill Transfer Through Sports
Research led by Dr. Tarkington J. Newman and Levone Lee explores how sports-based programs support youth development in real-world settings.
May 23, 2025
Fostering Resilience: Q&A with CoSW’s Dr. Taylor Dowdy-Hazlett
Through research, Dr. Dowdy-Hazlett seeks to identify supports that stabilize placements and improve outcomes within the foster care community.
May 15, 2025
College of Social Work honors record-setting Class of 2025
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 14, 2025
UK College of Social Work honors 2025 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 5, 2025
The College of Social Work Honors National Foster Care Month this May
The College of Social Work honors those who have made a difference in the lives of children in the Commonwealth.
May 1, 2025
START program earns Certified State Infrastructure Affiliate designation from the National START Training and Technical Assistance Program
The designation is awarded based on a demonstrated ability to drive implementation, quality improvement, and competency development at the state level.
April 30, 2025
Grounded Together: UK DSW Class of 2025 leaves a legacy of support for former foster youth
The Grounded Together initiative will provide resources such as educational materials, mentorship opportunities, extracurricular and leadership development, and emergency assistance for former foster youth attending UK.
April 29, 2025
📷Highlights: 2025 Foster & Adoptive Parent Appreciation Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – As National Foster Care Month approaches in May, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), alongside the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS), hosted a Statewide Foster and
April 28, 2025
Bridging the gap: UK Social Work student makes impact at Nicholasville Police Department
As part of her field practicum, Emma Noffsinger is helping to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, bringing a social worker’s perspective to the front lines of public service.
April 22, 2025
CoSW’s Avery Powers receives prestigious Maurice A. Clay Award for leadership and impact at UK
Avery Powers, a triple major and leader at the University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work, has been honored with the Maurice A. Clay Award for her exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and lasting impact on the criminal justice program.
April 15, 2025
CoSW’s Aubrey Jones nominated for Community Action Council’s 2025 Unapologetically Woman Series
Faculty member Aubrey Jones joins a prestigious cohort of 50 women, recognized for their commitment to their communities.
April 7, 2025
UK’s Sport Social Work Research Lab set to co-host second annual Global Games
The SSW-RL will join the Global Games in collaboration with the MLK Center and the International Center, supporting a variety of international sports and activities.
April 3, 2025