Alumni Stories
Our alumni make significant contributions toward improving the lives of vulnerable people. Often, that work happens behind the scenes.
Catch up on alumni stories to find out how Jayhawk Social Workers are changing lives.
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Alumni Stories: Integrated Health
Nearly 250 graduates of the Integrated Health Scholars program are now providing integrated health care to under-served communities in Kansas and western Missouri. Hear from recent graduates of the program.
More alumni spotlights
Alumni Spotlight: Chris Beal
“Sitting in on a lot of conferences over the years and getting to know a lot of different people with their struggles,” Beal said. “That's probably where the inspiration came from.”
Alumni Spotlight: Leslie Butsch
Leslie Butsch started her career as a direct social worker. In roles as a case manager and advocate within the foster care system and in a domestic violence shelter, Butsch said she began to see the gaps in the systems her clients interacted with.
Alumni Spotlight: Brandy Williams
Brandy Williams graduated with a Master of Social Work (MSW) with a macro specialization in 2019. Today, she works as the education director for the Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA) in Kansas City.
Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Williamson
Ashley Williamson graduated from KU’s Master of Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in social work macro practice program in 2017. Today, she works for an urban agricultural organization called The Giving Grove.
Graduates from the MSW macro social work specialization work in agencies and nonprofits across the country. Catch up on their careers with our collection of MSW Macro Alumni Spotlights.
Events for Social Welfare Alumni
