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.

Real World Opportunities Provide Impactful Experiences

What is field practicum?

BSW and MSW curriculum requires field education, or internship, with practicum placements in agencies throughout Kansas and Missouri. The Field Education Office works closely with students and agencies to secure an enriching field practicum experience. Every effort is made to locate a field placement within a one hour drive from the student's home.

Field Practicum

170,776 total student volunteer hours each year through the practicum placement

BSW Field Practicum BSW Field Practicum

MSW Field Practicum MSW Field Practicum

213

affiliated field agencies

350

students placed at agencies in Kansas and Missouri

32,575

hours/year of individualized field practicum support

“Well-administered field education builds strong justice-grounded practitioners. As the director of field education, I will support KU field instructors and students as they endeavor to enhance individual and communities’ well-being."

Kelly Jones

Field Education Director

Margo Awards

The Margo Awards are named for Margaret Schutz Gordon, professor emeritus who served with distinction as professor and director of Field Education at KU School of Social Welfare from 1970 to 1983. Thank you sincerely to all of you who took the time to nominate your student, field instructor or preceptor.

2019-20 Awards