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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 11, 2025) – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) will host its 3rd Annual Recognition Celebration on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at The Carrick

Since 2003, the program has developed, coordinated, and conducted this type of training for foster and adoptive parents and social service workers statewide

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The College of Social Work (CoSW) is pleased to welcome Liz Utterback as a Lecturer at the University of Kentucky. Utterback brings more than a decade of

“My experience in Thailand was eye-opening. I learned resilience, acceptance, and perspective, lessons I’ll carry with me forever,” Angelita Lazaro shared.

Global scholar Megan Trafford brings her research and expertise in criminal justice to the UK College of Social Work as a Lecturer.

The KKRC provides a continuum of services to meet the unique needs of kinship providers across the Commonwealth, including one-on-one peer support, support groups, and online webinars and trainings.

Lexington, Ky. – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work is proud to congratulate three students—Summer Carroll, Khloe Schwaniger, and Jeryiah Smith—for their nomination and acceptance into Leadership Legacy,

Stephanie Quiring joins the UK College of Social Work as an Assistant Professor bringing her expertise in navigating mental health crises within the criminal legal system, police decision making, community-based response, law, and policy.

Dr. Traver brings expertise in housing, aging, and community health to his new role as Assistant Professor of Social Work.

A UK alumna and community-engaged scholar, Dr. Eva Nyerges returns to Central Kentucky to advance social work education.

Army-UK MSW students support back-to-school drive at Briscoe Elementary in San Antonio, TX

UK alumna and longtime practitioner returns to CoSW as lecturer, advancing clinical education and community-focused training.