February 5, 2026
Thirty-three Army officers in the UK–Army MSW Program completed orientation at Fort Sam Houston, preparing for practicum placements in military behavioral health.
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February 4, 2026
From forensic investigations to three-hour study marathons, Colleen Bostic is redefining the “student experience.” Tomorrow, the Social Work + Criminal Justice double major takes over our social media to show you how she balances rigor with a mission to serve. Follow along to see her day in action!
February 4, 2026
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January 27, 2026
Sterner, who joined the College in August of 2025, is committed to community-based research and engagement, leading projects that span substance use, human trafficking, gambling, and public safety.
January 26, 2026
The partnership between the SSW-RL and Brock University’s Centre for Healthy Youth Development Through Sport creates meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn and collaborate in innovative ways.
January 20, 2026
For over 85 years, CoSW faculty have conducted cutting-edge research aimed at addressing society’s most challenging social conditions.
January 13, 2026
Record practicum education enrollment expands workforce-ready social work training and practice across the United States.
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.
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.
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Army–UK MSW program enrolls 33 students, prepares officers for military social work practice
Thirty-three Army officers in the UK–Army MSW Program completed orientation at Fort Sam Houston, preparing for practicum placements in military behavioral health.
February 5, 2026
Spend the Day with a CoSW Student: Meet Colleen Bostic
From forensic investigations to three-hour study marathons, Colleen Bostic is redefining the “student experience.” Tomorrow, the Social Work + Criminal Justice double major takes over our social media to show you how she balances rigor with a mission to serve. Follow along to see her day in action!
February 4, 2026
Championing Change Through Sport: A Q&A with Dr. Carly Kimiecik
LEXINGTON, Ky. — National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), observed annually in early February (Feb. 4, 2026), celebrates the achievements of athletes, coaches, and leaders. This week, the UK
February 4, 2026
Two Social Work students awarded for campus impact
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Two University of Kentucky College of Social Work students were recognized for their leadership and campus impact during the UK’s 2026 Annual Legacy Dinner and Awards ceremony. Makari Murphy received the
January 27, 2026
Dr. Glenn Sterner releases new report on online gambling prevalence
Sterner, who joined the College in August of 2025, is committed to community-based research and engagement, leading projects that span substance use, human trafficking, gambling, and public safety.
January 27, 2026
Sport Social Work Research Lab announces new partnership
The partnership between the SSW-RL and Brock University’s Centre for Healthy Youth Development Through Sport creates meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn and collaborate in innovative ways.
January 26, 2026
College of Social Work has strong showing at 2026 Society for Social Work and Research Conference
For over 85 years, CoSW faculty have conducted cutting-edge research aimed at addressing society’s most challenging social conditions.
January 20, 2026
Social work enrolls largest practicum cohort in College history
Record practicum education enrollment expands workforce-ready social work training and practice across the United States.
January 13, 2026
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