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New Study Offers Insight on Impact of Masculinity on the Mental Health of Gay Black Men
A recent study conducted by University of Kentucky College of Social Work researcher Keith J. Watts, Ph.D., discusses the social construction of masculinity and the implications it has on the
UK Social Work’s Dean, Dr. Jay Miller, Named Friend of School Social Work
Dr. Jay Miller, Dean at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work, received the 2021 Friend of School Social Work Award from the Kentucky Association for School Social Work
College of Social Work Study Examines Effect of Intimate Partner Violence on Employment of Mothers With Young Children
Results of a new study from the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky indicate mothers experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) are significantly more likely to be unemployed if they have a three-year-old child.
Q&A with Sabri Williams
Sabri Williams, who graduated from the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program in May of 2020, is currently working with AmeriCorps in the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) program.
Q&A with Sabri Williams
Sabri Williams, who graduated from the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program in May of 2020, is currently working with AmeriCorps in the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) program.
CoSW Receives Funding from UK CURE COVID-19 Pilot Program
It is no surprise that COVID-19 has been associated with an increase in stress and anxiety. With a lack of social support, financial hardships and other challenging factors, there is
Flaherty Releases New Textbook and Webinar
Disability studies and human service professions aim to address persistent and emerging issues. To begin addressing those issues, Associate Professor in the University of Kentucky College of Social Work Chris
Thrasher, Tose to Recieve Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Awards
The College of Social Work (CoSW) is thrilled to announce two students who will be receiving the Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Awards. Shawndaya Thrasher and 1st Lt. Shaniek
MSW Student Earns Degree from Spain
Earning your Master of Social Work degree (MSW) from the College of Social Work (CoSW) at the University of Kentucky (UK) is obtainable regardless of your location. With the 100%
CoSW Launches New Learning Management System for Continuing Education and Training
COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the way we interact. As a result, the demand for intuitive online and virtual training and support has never been higher. The College of Social Work
Success Against All Odds: From Aging Out of Foster Care to Social Work Grad
Can you recall a time when you felt the odds were stacked against you? It’s a common phrase you’ve most likely used in casual conversation. For Tamara Vest, “the odds
UK Social Work Launching Support Group for Adopted Kentucky Teens
By Lindsey Piercy LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 23, 2020) — In Kentucky there are nearly 10,000 young people in foster care, of which nearly one-third are waiting for their “forever” adoptive home. That’s