Land Acknowledgement

The School of Social Welfare acknowledges that the University of Kansas occupies land that has been cared for by several tribal nations.

This land acknowledgment recognizes that Indigenous people are traditional guardians of the land and that there is an enduring relationship between Indigenous peoples and these traditional territories. Our School affirms, advocates for, and supports the sovereignty of the four-federally recognized tribes of Kansas, and the other 570 federally recognized nations in the U.S.

The acknowledgment reminds us to continue our commitment to advocating for, and supporting Indigenous students, staff, and faculty while working towards decolonizing the systems of power and oppression. Please visit the Land Acknowledgment webpage for a listing of our current actions of commitment.

Strategic Priorities 2019 and Beyond

I am delighted to share with you our strategic priorities designed to enhance and improve the student, faculty, staff and community experience, provide the opportunity for advancing research, and dedicate resources to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Michelle Mohr Carney

Dean and Professor

A Foundation of Strengths. A Vision of Justice. A Mission of Change.

Building a future that achieves justice, equity, and well-being.

Dean's Message Dean's Message

Our Vision Our Vision

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

We will position the School as leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion within the University and our community. We will continue to work towards a learning and workplace environment that is more diverse and equitable. We will strive to ensure all students, faculty and staff feel safe, heard and valued.

Strategic Priority 1

Innovative & Quality Education

We will inspire social justice advocates around the world to seek out the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare as their educational partner.

Strategic Priority 2

Research Advancement

We will enhance the research infrastructure, so faculty and staff are able to rigorously advance empirical research that impacts the social work knowledge base.

Strategic Priority 3

Community Engagement

We are committed to strengthening partnerships with communities in Kansas, the Kansas City Metro area and nationally. We will broaden opportunities for our faculty, staff and students to strategically engage community partners and identify ways to collaborate with each other.

Strategic Priority 4

Our Vision

All individuals, families, & communities utilize their power to achieve justice, equity, & well-being.

Mission & Core Values

Collaborate with us

We are committed to improving the student, faculty, staff and community experience, advancing research, and dedicating resources to diversity, equity and inclusion. Let's find a way to partner.