Social Welfare Alumni & Friends
Graduates from the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare join a network of more than 9,000 Jayhawk Social Workers.
Explore alumni stories, learn about resources for KU social work alumni, and find out how to give back to the School of Social Welfare.
Alumni Stories
Our alumni make significant contributions toward improving the lives of vulnerable people. Often, their work happens behind the scenes. Read alumni spotlights to find out how Jayhawk Social Workers are changing lives.
Alumni Spotlights
Alumni Spotlight: Kansas Supreme Court Chief Justice Eric Rosen
Eric Rosen still channels his social work education and background as he leads the Kansas Supreme Court.
Alumni Spotlight: Jacob McKee
Social Welfare alum Jacob McKee is proud of his Master of Social Work degree and the path it led him on. McKee, a deputy director of improvement in the Department of Veterans Affairs' National Improvement Office, shares his experience through a variety of roles in his career.
Social Work MSW Macro Spotlight: Emma Kelley
In her work as a research project coordinator for UMKC's Urban Education Research Center, Emma Kelley, MSW 2024, combines interests in macro-level social work and program evaluation.
Social Work MSW Macro Alumni Spotlight: Ella Hinson
Recent KU MSW graduate Ella Hinson is putting her macro social work skills to work as an advocacy specialist with the Greater Kansas City Coalition to End Homelessness, managing a community outreach program. Hinson built skills in program administration, community practice and advocacy in the MSW macro specialization at KU.
Giving Back
Now more than ever, we need well-trained social workers and social work researchers.
Gifts to the School of Social Welfare with help change social work practice and social policy to support greater dignity, respect and empowerment for the people and communities served by the social work profession.
Resources for Alumni
KU School of Social Welfare alumni have access to continuing education events presented by the School's Center for Community Engagement and Collaboration (CCEC).
Events for Social Welfare Alumni
