September 9, 2024
Chief Wellbeing Officer (CWO) Andrea Deweese spearheads wellbeing initiatives for social, emotional, professional, spiritual and physical wellbeing for staff, faculty and part-time instructors.
Emily Houp
September 3, 2024
“My guiding philosophy is this: orchestrate hope with people to honor our freedoms to be unique so that together we can live in positive harmony.” – Chance Miller
August 28, 2024
In the United States, approximately 1.2 million people are living with HIV. This critical study gives gerontologists a rare examination of risk at both individual and regional levels among older adults.
August 21, 2024
“Redemption is not just a possibility; it’s a journey that transforms both the giver and the receiver. Helping others rebuild their lives has given me the strength to rebuild my own.” – Leah Wilson
August 8, 2024
“Every family, regardless of their structure, deserves the highest standard of care, and our work is a step towards achieving that goal.”
August 2, 2024
The special event will honor award recipients, milestone achievers, alumni, student leaders, and more for their outstanding contributions.
July 10, 2024
Olypmhia O’Neale-White, DSW alumna, was awarded by NASW for her leadership in social work.
July 1, 2024
From gaining career insights to forming lasting mentorship bonds with alumni professionals, explore firsthand accounts and reflections that highlight the program’s impact on personal and professional growth.
July 1, 2024
Dr. Jacquelynn F. Duron has been named Associate Dean of Faculty Advancement in the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky.
June 27, 2024
Discover how online support groups are transforming postpartum care for new mothers in Dr. Aubrey Jones’ latest study from the University of Kentucky.
June 20, 2024
The award, presented by the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports (ASWIS), recognizes his dedication to creating environments where young athletes can thrive both on and off the field.
Highlights: 2025 CoSW Goes Out to the Ball Game 
College of Social Work expands wellbeing initiatives
Chief Wellbeing Officer (CWO) Andrea Deweese spearheads wellbeing initiatives for social, emotional, professional, spiritual and physical wellbeing for staff, faculty and part-time instructors.
September 9, 2024
Research on post-traumatic growth in soldiers earns Army-MSW student high honors
“My guiding philosophy is this: orchestrate hope with people to honor our freedoms to be unique so that together we can live in positive harmony.” – Chance Miller
September 3, 2024
Recognizing space as a HIV risk factor for older adults
In the United States, approximately 1.2 million people are living with HIV. This critical study gives gerontologists a rare examination of risk at both individual and regional levels among older adults.
August 28, 2024
Social work student experiences redemption through forensic advocacy
“Redemption is not just a possibility; it’s a journey that transforms both the giver and the receiver. Helping others rebuild their lives has given me the strength to rebuild my own.” – Leah Wilson
August 21, 2024
UK Researchers advance inclusive neonatal care for LGBTQ+ families
“Every family, regardless of their structure, deserves the highest standard of care, and our work is a step towards achieving that goal.”
August 8, 2024
College of Social Work to host second annual recognition event, honoring outstanding contributions
The special event will honor award recipients, milestone achievers, alumni, student leaders, and more for their outstanding contributions.
August 2, 2024
Looking Back, Moving Forward: Legacy and Expansion at the College of Social Work
Legendary Beginnings: Frances Jewell McVey In 1938, as the nation emerged from the Great Depression, the University of Kentucky (UK) Board of Trustees established its first Department of Social Work,
July 22, 2024
Social Work alumna awarded “Emerging Social Work Leader” by NASW
Olypmhia O’Neale-White, DSW alumna, was awarded by NASW for her leadership in social work.
July 10, 2024
The SWAA Alumni-Student Mentoring Program culminates its second year, advancing student futures
From gaining career insights to forming lasting mentorship bonds with alumni professionals, explore firsthand accounts and reflections that highlight the program’s impact on personal and professional growth.
July 1, 2024
Dean Jay Miller Announces Appointment of New Associate Dean
Dr. Jacquelynn F. Duron has been named Associate Dean of Faculty Advancement in the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky.
July 1, 2024
Social Work Faculty Advances Research on Digital Postpartum Support Systems
Discover how online support groups are transforming postpartum care for new mothers in Dr. Aubrey Jones’ latest study from the University of Kentucky.
June 27, 2024
Social Work’s Tarkington Newman Honored with Sport Social Work Legacy Award.
The award, presented by the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports (ASWIS), recognizes his dedication to creating environments where young athletes can thrive both on and off the field.
June 20, 2024