Social Work graduate leaves lasting impact on UKs campus
Kotomi Yokokura is an exceptional student whose substantial impact on and off campus has left the University of Kentucky a better place.
April 24, 2024
Emily Houp
“I’m doing this for both of us.” UK grad earns Social Work degree, honoring her veteran husband
Tracy Garret’s remarkable journey back to the college at 54 is full of unyielding resolve, tragedy, and transformation.
April 18, 2024
2024 Sullivan Award winners lead with compassion, service to others
This story was originally published by Hilary Brown, Hayden Gooding, and Lindsey Piercy in UK Now.
April 18, 2024
3rd Annual Showcase of DSW Scholars offers free CE credits and registration
Engage with leading UK DSW scholars as they present cutting-edge research in social work practice. Earn continuing education credits and advance your professional skills at this pivotal virtual event. Register for free today!
April 15, 2024
New Era of You: UK Social Work Celebrates the Sarah Bennett Holmes Awards
UK marked the 30th Sarah Bennett Holmes Award Luncheon at the UK Gatton Student Center, honoring women’s contributions across the university in academia and beyond.
April 10, 2024
UK Social Work celebrates graduation of Army MSW cohort at Fort Sam Houston
This cohort, including members from the Army, Air Force, and Army National Guard, marks a significant milestone in the program’s aim to foster skilled clinical social workers across military branches.
April 8, 2024
Life-long Learning: CoSW Drives Child Abuse Prevention Education Forward
Discover how the University of Kentucky’s latest Continuing Education courses are setting the stage for transformative approaches to child abuse prevention.
April 3, 2024
New Era of Her: UK Social Work Celebrates the Sarah Bennett Holmes Awards
UK marked the 30th Sarah Bennett Holmes Award Luncheon at the UK Gatton Student Center, honoring women’s contributions across the university in academia and beyond.
March 28, 2024
Doctoral Social Work Student Receives Award for Outstanding Contributions to Social Work Education, hits 10k on YouTube
The award celebrates Magruder’s innovative use of artificial intelligence, leadership in Quality Matters-aligned curriculum development, and a focus on humanizing online learning.
March 14, 2024
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.
March 13, 2024
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.
February 28, 2024
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!
February 23, 2024