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International Field Practicum in Ghana
BSSW/MSSW Field Placement in Ghana Since 2013, the BSW/MSW Practicum Field Placement Program in Ghana has supervised 78 BSW and MSW students from 17 various US universities, including Colorado State University, University of Alabama, University of Denver, University of Georgia, University of Tennessee, University of Wisconsin and Walla Walla University. Students have been placed with…
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Social Work as A Second Career
A series on UTCSW students who chose to start a second career in social work. Social Work is often referred to as a “found” major or career, meaning it is not the major or career that someone started out to do but was later found through personal experience or on the advice or recommendation of…
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Student Spotlight- Kamil Portis, DSW
Kamil Portis is currently in the DSW program and is expected to graduate in May 2025. Where do you currently work, and what does your work entail?I currently work as a Community School Coordinator in the public school system in metro Atlanta, Georgia. This position enhances my clinical skills while leveraging my leadership and organizational…
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Long-time CSW Director of Advancement Stephanie Piper Retires
Stephanie Piper, Senior Director of Advancement, to retire December 1, 2024. The College of Social Work announced that Stephanie Piper, Senior Director of Advancement, is retiring after 17 years in this role. During Piper’s years of service, the college has charted record growth in endowment, donor relations, board participation, and annual giving. Highlights include the…
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UTCSW Professor and MSSW Student Publish Study on Violent Political Rhetoric and Suicide Rates
Dr. Bill Nugent, professor at the UT College of Social Work, and former BSSW, now MSSW student Jaydah Lee recently published an article titled “The Relationship Between Violent Political Rhetoric and Suicide Rates” in the Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment. Their research explores how violent political rhetoric (VPR) may contribute to increased…
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A 37% drop in overdose deaths from drugs mixed with opioids – fentanyl included
Study campaigns expand to reach users of non-cocaine stimulants laced with fentanyl Expanded treatment options, increased naloxone distribution, and targeted education campaigns likely led to a 37% reduction in overdose deaths from opioids combined with stimulant drugs other than cocaine, according to the results of a large federally funded study. Bridget Freisthler, lead author of…
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Scheduling with a member of your Vol Success Team (Advisor)
Schedule your appointment online through Vol Connect. Here is how: Prospective students (not enrolled at UT) – Please call the College of Social Work Office at (865) 974-3352. Depending on the time of year, we will schedule an information session and/or an individual advising appointment.
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International Field Practicum in Kenya
LocationLewa Children’s Home and Kipkeino School are located in Eldoret Highlands in Western Kenya. Mary Keino is the Managing Director of KipKeino School and MSW Graduate from West Chester University in Pennsylvania. In 1999, Phyllis Keino started the school (Kipkeino School) which is located walking distance from Lewa Children’s Home in order to provide educational opportunities for the…
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Dr. Ruben Parra-Cardona Awarded National Hispanic Science Network 2024 Award
A Notable Honor during Hispanic Heritage Month Dr. Ruben Parra-Cardona, the CSW Roger and Carol Nooe Endowed Chair, was recently awarded the 2024 National Hispanic Science Network (NHSN) award, which recognizes an established scholar with a research trajectory that integrates science and practice. This award is reserved for scholars with a long-term research trajectory aimed…
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Gracalynn Berg
Gracalynn or “Grace” Berg is a current MSSW student studying at the University of Tennessee – Nashville Campus. After graduating from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville Grace found Social Work would aid her in helping clients and communities grow through helpful therapeutic interventions. Grace is hoping to achieve after graduation her LCSW license so…