Outreach and Engagement
The College of Social Work is dedicated to building new partnerships and strengthening our existing relationships within the community. Our expansive networks stretch across Knoxville, Nashville, Tennessee, and beyond, connecting us with alumni, field instructors, community organizations, business leaders, and state associations. Together, we aim to address the needs of the greater community while supporting the growth and success of our students and faculty.
We’re excited to collaborate with you! Explore the opportunities outlined on this page, and don’t hesitate to share your ideas for new ways we can work together.
Our programs
Social Justice Innovation Initiative (SJII)
This donor-funded initiative offers a unique framework for understanding many of society’s most pressing issues around education, healthcare, and social justice. This initiative provides grants for students and faculty to creatively challenge social injustices in their communities.
Office of Community Engagement & Partnerships
A collaborative hub across the College of Social Work and the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. Our mission is to foster meaningful and mutually respectful connections between the university and the broader community, creating a reciprocal exchange of knowledge, resources, and support.
Ways to get involved
Field placement
Your organization can host a student for their field placement where they will engage in the integration of theory, research, and practice.
Employee education
Your employees can enhance their skills by pursuing a degree, completing a postgraduate certificate, or taking continuing education courses.
Employee recruitment
You can recruit social work students and alumni through our student and alumni networks, recruitment fairs, social media channels, and at our annual conference.
Research
Our highly skilled faculty and staff have a diverse pool of research interests and could partner with you!
Support
We can sponsor events for your nonprofit organization.
You can also support our annual eVOLve conference and continuing education events to gain visibility with our 8000+ alumni.
Your ideas!
Have another idea for partnering with us? We would love to hear it! Contact Tony Murchison, Director of Outreach and Engagement to discuss your ideas.
Here are some of our partners
Want to partner with us?
We appreciate our partnerships and look forward to working with you.
Please reach out and connect with us today.
