January 8, 2026
The College of Social Work is pleased to welcome Dr. Karen Durham, an experienced clinician and dedicated advocate for perinatal and military behavioral health, to our faculty.
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January 8, 2026
CoSW looks forward to engaging with the broader social work community at the 2026 SSWR Annual Conference and continuing to strengthen social impact through collaborative research.
December 17, 2025
“I am happy and excited for my boys to be able to watch me walk across that stage and have them see what Mom has been working so hard for.”
December 15, 2025
Rachel Campoy, a Master of Criminal Justice graduate, is a first-generation graduate student, while also taking care of her almost 2-year-old son. For her, commencement represents a second chance in her academic journey.
December 9, 2025
Jordin Williams speaks on the personal hard work and dedication, as well as the support she received on her journey.
December 5, 2025
New findings from Dr. Yeon Jin Choi add to her growing research showing how supportive neighborhoods help people with dementia remain at home longer.
December 4, 2025
The conversation will address substance use issues that face individuals and families across the country.
December 2, 2025
Persevering through adversity was the theme of Malicote’s UK experience, navigating grief while also pursuing her dream of working in the criminal justice field.
November 19, 2025
START’s recertification demonstrates the team’s leadership in building and maintaining the foundational systems necessary to facilitate the START program with fidelity across multiple local counties in Kentucky.
November 18, 2025
National Adoption Month shouldn’t be just about celebration—it must be a call to action. Every Kentuckian has a role to play in strengthening pathways to permanency.
November 13, 2025
In Kentucky, there are over 8,000 youths in foster care. Of those, approximately one-third are waiting to be adopted.
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Karen Durham Joins the College of Social Work as Clinical Instructor
The College of Social Work is pleased to welcome Dr. Karen Durham, an experienced clinician and dedicated advocate for perinatal and military behavioral health, to our faculty.
January 8, 2026
UK College of Social Work to Attend 2026 Society for Social Work and Research Annual Conference
CoSW looks forward to engaging with the broader social work community at the 2026 SSWR Annual Conference and continuing to strengthen social impact through collaborative research.
January 8, 2026
MSW graduate balances motherhood and academics to achieve her degree at UK
“I am happy and excited for my boys to be able to watch me walk across that stage and have them see what Mom has been working so hard for.”
December 17, 2025
Redefining success: MSCJ graduate builds confidence, community, and career
Rachel Campoy, a Master of Criminal Justice graduate, is a first-generation graduate student, while also taking care of her almost 2-year-old son. For her, commencement represents a second chance in her academic journey.
December 15, 2025
From first-gen student to campus leader: Jordin Williams leaves her mark on College of Social Work
Jordin Williams speaks on the personal hard work and dedication, as well as the support she received on her journey.
December 9, 2025
UK social work researcher finds neighborhood amenities help people with dementia age in place
New findings from Dr. Yeon Jin Choi add to her growing research showing how supportive neighborhoods help people with dementia remain at home longer.
December 5, 2025
Social Work’s Glenn Sterner to host talk on reducing stigma around substance use disorder
The conversation will address substance use issues that face individuals and families across the country.
December 4, 2025
Criminal Justice graduate earns degree while honoring sister’s legacy
Persevering through adversity was the theme of Malicote’s UK experience, navigating grief while also pursuing her dream of working in the criminal justice field.
December 2, 2025
Social Work PhD student Foysol Ahmed receives national pre-dissertation fellowship from AGESW
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A student in the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) PhD program, Foysol Ahmed, has been selected as a pre-dissertation fellow by the Association for
December 2, 2025
Social Work’s Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team recognized for commitment to Kentucky’s families
START’s recertification demonstrates the team’s leadership in building and maintaining the foundational systems necessary to facilitate the START program with fidelity across multiple local counties in Kentucky.
November 19, 2025
National Adoption Month: Pathways to Permanency
National Adoption Month shouldn’t be just about celebration—it must be a call to action. Every Kentuckian has a role to play in strengthening pathways to permanency.
November 18, 2025
National Adoption Month: The Power of Connection and Belonging
In Kentucky, there are over 8,000 youths in foster care. Of those, approximately one-third are waiting to be adopted.
November 13, 2025