Angela Thomas
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Dr. Michael Blackwell Receives Award and Grant from Blue Buffalo
Dr. Michael J. Blackwell, director of the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee, recently received the Together for Pets Award, which was accompanied by a $10,000 grant from Blue Buffalo. Through this initiative, Dr. Blackwell aims to improve access to veterinary care, focusing on supporting underserved families and those with limited…
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The Next Chapter: Moving to Stokely Management Center
After months of planning and preparation, the UT College of Social Work opened its newlylogo-bearing doors to alumni, donors, students, friends, and community members, offering a peek inside the new “temporary” home of the college. The college has claimed the fifth and seventh floors of Stokely Management Center (SMC), creating a home for superior learning…
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Innovative Contributions and Unparalleled Expertise Accompany New Faculty
The UT College of Social Work welcomed three exceptional faculty members: DR. RUBÉN PARRA-CARDONA, Roger and Carol Nooe Endowed Chair; DR. BRIDGET FREISTHLER, Cooper- Herron Endowed Professor in mental health; and DR. TIFFANY WASHINGTON, Associate Professor (health specialization). These faculty brought innovative contributions and unparalleled expertise in each of their respective fields. Dr. Rubén Parra-Cardona…
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A College on the Rise: Graduate Program Ranked Among Best in Country Direct Evidence that Strategic Plan Is Working
In the latest rankings from the U.S. News and World Report, the UT College of Social Work moved from 46th nationally and 30th among public institutions to 24th among all social work programs in the country and 13th among public institutions. “As many of you know, these rankings are reputational, meaning that they are really based on how our peers…
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The UT College of Social Work DSW Program Earns an Eight-Year Accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education
The UT College of Social Work proudly announces that our Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree program was recently awarded an eight-year accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA), reinforcing the college’s commitment to academic excellence and professional preparation in social work. The UTCSW DSW program is one of only three…
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UTCSW Faculty Participate in Third Annual Writing Summit
For the third year in a row, UT College of Social Work professors came together to focus on their research goals for the semester and to build an intellectual community that fosters a sense of belonging at the college. Through dedicated writing time, goal setting, and peer support, important progress was made on manuscripts, grants,…
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Dynamic New Social Learning Platform to Launch in Summer 2025
A dynamic new platform, Yellowdig, will be introduced to the Advanced Standing MSSW students starting this summer and will expand to other programs over the next few semesters. The objective is to create a dynamic, student-driven online space where learners can connect, collaborate, and engage in meaningful discussions beyond the traditional classroom setting. Yellowdig will…
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UTCSW PhD student Sangmi Kim Selected for National Fellowship
PhD student Sangmi Kim has been selected for the CSWE Doctoral Student Policy Fellowship. The goal of this national fellowship through the CSWE is to develop a cohort of doctoral-level social workers who influence social policy through the federal legislative policy process. “I am thrilled to begin the CSWE Doctoral Student Policy Fellowship,” Kim stated.…
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A Message from the Dean
Happy Social Work Month. It is difficult to believe that it is already March! Since the first of the year, changes have been taking place at a rapid pace across the country, for good or ill. In times like these, social workers stand in the breach—supporting individuals and families, working to change policies and protect…
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Dr. Andrea Joseph-McCatty Receives Heart and Soul Award
UTCSW Assistant Professor Dr. Andrea Joseph-McCatty recently received the Heart & Soul Award from the Faculty Senate, following a thoughtful nomination from Dean Lori Messinger. This well-deserved recognition celebrates her dedication and contributions. The award is given at the beginning of every Senate meeting to a faculty member who contributes exceptionally to fostering an inclusive,…