January 21, 2025
A visionary leader and dedicated mentor, Dean Hasan played a pivotal role in advancing the College’s academic programs and fostering its commitment to social justice.
Emily Houp
January 13, 2025
Dr. Conner’s NIH funded research on HIV prevention for older Black women focuses on behavioral factors and interventions through the Woman-2-Woman program.
January 10, 2025
Col. Lataya E. Hawkins, Ph.D., has been promoted to full colonel in the U.S. Army, joining an elite group of military social workers.
December 17, 2024
Dr. Stephanie Ratliff of Knott County, Kentucky shares her journey from undergraduate to Ph.D, and Director of Field Education at CoSW.
December 6, 2024
Brian was known for his warmth, wit, and unwavering dedication to helping others. This scholarship is a way to carry forward the spirit of his legacy.
December 4, 2024
This CEU event will explore the intersection of criminal justice and social work through the lens of mitigation specialist, Sara Baldwin.
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 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.
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Dean S. Zafar Hasan College of Social Work Endowment Fund
A visionary leader and dedicated mentor, Dean Hasan played a pivotal role in advancing the College’s academic programs and fostering its commitment to social justice.
January 21, 2025
Faculty receive UL1 Pilot Award, address gaps in postpartum care for women with gestational diabetes
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Dr. Aubrey Jones, an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), has been awarded the UL1 Pilot Award to lead a collaborative
January 14, 2025
Dr. Laneshia Conner receives supplemental NIH funding, advances HIV prevention research
Dr. Conner’s NIH funded research on HIV prevention for older Black women focuses on behavioral factors and interventions through the Woman-2-Woman program.
January 13, 2025
COL Lataya E. Hawkins promoted to Full Colonel, honored for leadership and excellence in social work
Col. Lataya E. Hawkins, Ph.D., has been promoted to full colonel in the U.S. Army, joining an elite group of military social workers.
January 10, 2025
“I’m So Glad I Listened.” Dr. Stephanie Ratliff Reflects on graduation, her calling, and a unified vision for human flourishing
Dr. Stephanie Ratliff of Knott County, Kentucky shares her journey from undergraduate to Ph.D, and Director of Field Education at CoSW.
December 17, 2024
Dean Jay Miller Announces $1 Million Scholarship Gift Honoring Brian Reber’s Legacy
Brian was known for his warmth, wit, and unwavering dedication to helping others. This scholarship is a way to carry forward the spirit of his legacy.
December 6, 2024
College of Social Work to host free virtual CEU lunch and learn on social work and criminal justice
This CEU event will explore the intersection of criminal justice and social work through the lens of mitigation specialist, Sara Baldwin.
December 4, 2024
Social Work faculty awarded for best article, preparing students to thrive in healthcare settings.
Lexington, KY (November 25, 2024) — The Journal of Teaching in Social Work announced the recipients of the Twelfth Annual Florence W. Vigilante Award, honored for their exemplary scholarship and
November 25, 2024
From Soldier to Social Worker: UK Student Advocates for Veterans at National Leadership Institute
“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 20, 2024
Exploring Restorative Justice with Jackie Duron: A Path Toward Community Healing and Transformation
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 18, 2024
University of Kentucky’s College of Social Work Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Celebration of BASW Accreditation
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 15, 2024
“Care to Count” initiative supports community health, expands K-Count efforts
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 14, 2024