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Eliza Chance’s Study Abroad – England, Switzerland, Italy
Eliza Chance is currently pursuing her Online Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) with a Clinical Track and a Trauma Certificate. She recently embarked on an exciting study abroad trip, traveling to London, Geneva, Florence, and Rome over the course of three and a half weeks. The focus of her trip was to compare…
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Alumni Update – Kay Blakney, MSSW 1974
Kay Blakney received her MSSW from the Memphis campus in 1974. She recently turned 77 years old and spent some time reflecting on her social work career. She noted that her MSSW opened many doors for her in the profession and wants the upcoming generation of social workers to know what a fulfilling career they…
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UT College of Social Work Strikes First of Its Kind Partnership with Community Colleges Across the State Allowing for Guaranteed Admission
The University of Tennessee College of Social Work (UTCSW) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with community colleges across the state allowing community college graduates with a degree in social work who meet certain requirements to receive guaranteed admission or priority admission to the UTCSW beginning with the fall 2025 application cycle. Guaranteed Admission is…
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UTCSW in Partnership with CEHHS Receives Grant from the William T. Grant Foundation
UTCSW and CEHHS recently received a grant from the William T. Grant Foundation which will strengthen the partnership between the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and Cherokee Health Systems (CHS). UT and Cherokee Health Systems, a federally qualified health center, will partner to co-create an implementation science program to train university researchers and health practitioners to conduct…
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Examining Disparities in Alcohol Use Testing on Burn Patient Admissions:A Call for Association Guidance
Assistant Professor Thereasa Abrams, Professor William Nugent, Assistant Professor Andrea Joseph-McCatty, and PhD student Aritra Moulick recently published an article in the Journal of Burn Care & Research titled “Examining Disparities in Alcohol Use Testing on Burn Patient Admissions: A Call for Association Guidance.” Traumatic burns remain a significant medical concern in the U.S., with…
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2023-2024 Field Students of the Year
Jenna Mangum, BSSW Campus – Nominated by Juli Cunningham Jenna Rae always comes to seminar excited to participate, and process situations that have happened in field. She validates her classmates feelings and concerns, while suggesting approaches that they may not have considered.Jenna Rae connects theory to practice and demonstrates strong advocacy skills. I have…
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UTCSW Student Jacob Huff Embodies the True Vol Spirit while Volunteering in War-Torn Ukraine
MSSW student Jacob Huff embodies what it means to be a Tennessee Vol. Huff is in his last year of the Nashville MSSW program with plans to graduate this May. Born and raised in Nashville and a proud graduate of Metro Nashville Public Schools, Huff has always had a passion for helping others. When deciding…
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A UTCSW Collaboration Introduces a Groundbreaking Initiative
The UTCSW is collaborating with HOLA Lakeway to introduce a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing family dynamics and communication skills. The Strengthening Family Program (Familias Fuertes) is designed for youth aged 10-14 as well as for their parents, offering support and resources to strengthen family bonds. Led by UTCSW Associate Professor Dr. Mary Held and…
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Student Success at UTCSW Leads to a 94% Retention Rate
The Division of Student Success at UT works to engage each scholar’s experience by supporting their unique strengths and goals. By working with UT faculty and staff, Student Success helps each scholar understand how their strengths contribute to their academic dreams, career paths, and personal well-being. The UTCSW Office of Student Success and Advising adheres…
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UTCSW Alum Darris Upton Elected Chair of Tennessee Human Rights Commission
UTCSW Alum Darris K. Upton (MSSW 2018, BSSW 2017) has been elected chair of the Tennessee Human Rights Commission (THRC) Board of Commissioners. He was unanimously voted to the role of chair at the THRC Board of Commissioners meeting on November 17. Gov. Bill Lee appointed Darris Upton, of Knoxville, to the Tennessee Human Rights…