AM Breakouts – 90 minutes Presenter Pronouns: he/him OVERVIEWEvidence shows that a significant number of people experience trauma of one form or another, putting them at risk of facing triggers of their trauma, or being re-traumatized within the context of an organizational setting. To better support people who may have experienced trauma, workplaces and service…
AM Breakouts – 90 minutes OVERVIEWAs our nation grapples with an increasing mental health crisis among children, adolescents and collegiate students, School Social Workers within Hamilton County Schools are making history. Through strong advocacy, data collection and community partnerships, School Social Workers in Chattanooga,TN are serving as interdisciplinary bridges to meet the needs of students…
AM Breakouts – 90 minutes OVERVIEWThe thought of having to testify in court can unnerve even the most seasoned clinicians, and many of us will have to do it at least once. While court testimony is serious business, knowing what to expect and how to prepare yourself can reduce your own anxiety about going to…
Supporting More Social Workers for Tennessee Public Behavioral Health Agencies In 2021, Dean Lori Messinger served on the Public Behavioral Health Workforce Workgroup, co-led by Marie Williams (’93), Commissioner of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, her team, and leadership from TennCare including Director Stephen Smith. The Workgroup identified the need to educate and retain…
Identify and describe clinical and systemic vulnerabilities that increase suicide risk in the trans/nonbinary community;
Advisory Committee Dr. Sharon “Lizzie” Bowland Dr. Sharon “Lizzie” Bowland, LCSW, PhD, is an associate professor in the CSW and directs the DSW program. Her current community focus is decreasing health disparities in services to the older LGBT+ community in Knoxville and surrounding areas. Her clinical and research interests include gerontology, spirituality as part of…
We are pleased to introduce our distinguished keynote speaker for the UT College of Social Work’s third annual conference, eVOLve: Be the Change, Dr. Autumn Asher BlackDeer, a scholar-activist whose work is pivotal to the discourse surrounding social justice and the plight of Indigenous communities. Dr. Autumn Asher BlackDeer is a queer anti-colonial scholar-activist from the Southern Cheyenne Nation…
This workshop will provide information and clarity regarding the path for advanced licensure in the state of Tennessee. A thorough review of the current rules will help participants understand the requirements and the eligibility for advanced licensure as a clinical or advanced generalist social worker. Case scenarios will help participants understand how to conceptualize and…
November 3 | 6:00-8:00pm ET Maple Hall – 414 S. Gay Street UT College of Social Work alumni, friends, faculty/staff, and community partners in the Knoxville area are invited to a social at Maple Hall. Join us for appetizers, beverages, fellowship, swag, and bowling!
October 21 | One Hour Before Kickoff Join UT College of Social Work alumni, faculty/staff, students, and community partners for a tailgate / watch party in the Nashville area. We will meet at the Social Work campus one hour before kick-off of the UT vs Alabama game for food, beverages, fellowship, swag, games and to watch the game the VOLS…