December 22, 2025
CoSW graduates emerge with a newfound sense of purpose, armed with knowledge, skills, and a sense of responsibility to create positive change in their communities and beyond.
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CoSW graduates emerge with a newfound sense of purpose, armed with knowledge, skills, and a sense of responsibility to create positive change in their communities and beyond.

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) celebrated it’s newest batch of graduates on December 19. After crossing the stage at Rupp Arena and handed

“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.”

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.

CoSW graduates emerge with a newfound sense of purpose, armed with knowledge, skills, and a sense of responsibility to create positive change in their communities and beyond.

Jordin Williams speaks on the personal hard work and dedication, as well as the support she received on her journey.

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.

Kotomi Yokokura is an exceptional student whose substantial impact on and off campus has left the University of Kentucky a better place.