April 29, 2024
As Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young finishes up her time with the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), a journey that started with a basketball and a hoop culminates in a Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
Alumni Spotlights
March 29, 2024
Gilpin recently earned her National Certified School Social Worker certification. So far, she’s the only person in Kentucky to achieve this and one of 30 in the entire country.
January 18, 2024
UK graduate Olivia Raley joins Bardstown Police as their first social worker, supported by her therapy Husky, Maverick.
December 10, 2023
In October 2023, SWAA was excited to celebrate our CoSW community across the country through a variety of in-person and virtual activities in conjunction with UK Homecoming.
March 17, 2023
Highlights: 2025 May Graduation 
From the Court to the Classroom: Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young’s journey to the College of Social Work
As Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young finishes up her time with the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW), a journey that started with a basketball and a hoop culminates in a Doctorate of Social Work (DSW).
April 29, 2024
Jessamine County school social worker is first Kentuckian to earn national certification
Gilpin recently earned her National Certified School Social Worker certification. So far, she’s the only person in Kentucky to achieve this and one of 30 in the entire country.
March 29, 2024
Bardstown Police Chief hires UK Social Work Student and her therapy dog on Police Force
UK graduate Olivia Raley joins Bardstown Police as their first social worker, supported by her therapy Husky, Maverick.
January 18, 2024
Highlights: Homecoming 2023
In October 2023, SWAA was excited to celebrate our CoSW community across the country through a variety of in-person and virtual activities in conjunction with UK Homecoming.
December 10, 2023
UK College of Social Work Celebrates the 2023 Lyman T. Johnson Awards Recipients
The 32nd Annual Lyman T. Johnson Awards Luncheon, which took place on October 13, 2023, marked a significant event celebrating academic excellence, diversity, and the legacy of Lyman T. Johnson.
October 14, 2023
A Night of Celebration and Recognition: Highlights from the College of Social Work’s Inaugural Annual Awards Ceremony
The College of Social Work’s 1st Annual Recognition Event, held on September 28, 2023, both at The Carrick House and virtually, was a momentous occasion recognizing several distinguished individuals and
October 12, 2023
UK Social Work Graduate Fights for Consumer Rights and Survivors of Domestic and Financial Abuse at Texas Appleseed
Briana Gordley LMSW, known to her friends and family as Bri, grew up in Texas with her Kentucky-native parents knowing she was destined to be a Wildcat. When she started
September 12, 2023
UK Social Work Graduate Pens Op-Ed About Experiencing Higher Education as a Foster Alum
At 9 years old, Tamara Vest’s father lost his fight with cancer. The loss was immense since he was her primary caregiver. Meanwhile, Vest’s mother was facing a battle of her
May 8, 2023
UK Social Work BASW Grad Named 2023 Sullivan Award Winner
The below snippet is pulled from an article originally published by UKNow. A University of Kentucky College of Social Work graduate is among three individuals who received UK’s highest honor
May 2, 2023
How Shelagh Larkin, MSW ‘88 and Ph.D. ‘20, Built A Social Work Career
Returning to school was a dream for Shelagh Larkin, who came back to the University of Kentucky College of Social Work to pursue a Ph.D. 30 years after completing her
March 24, 2023
From Economics to Social Work: Christson Adedoyin’s Story
Christson Adedoyin, Ph.D. ’11, is boundless in his passion for the social work profession. Originally a student of economics in his native Nigeria, Adedoyin decided to change careers out of
March 17, 2023
How UK College of Social Work Graduate Elizabeth Trebelhorn Relaunched Her Career Helping Families Impacted by Incarceration
To say Elizabeth Trebelhorn is a force of nature is an understatement. Her passion for the social work field and desire to advocate for change radiates as she describes her
January 25, 2023