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The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) for another eight years, through the 2033-2034 academic year.

Gutierrez, a recent graduate of the University of Kansas Master of Social Work program, now serves the community she sought to help as a therapist at Genesis Family Health.

Researchers in the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare have received a $1.8 million federal grant to evaluate FosterAdopt Connect, a program that supports adoptive parents and children to prevent disruptions or dissolutions of adoptions among families in Kansas and Missouri.

Former MSW student Madi Perkins shares her experiences with practicum in the Master of Social Work program at KU.

Anderson, who is now in the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program, witnessed the lack of care available in rural areas of Kansas, particularly for farmers. So she co-founded and co-developed the LandLogic model, providing training to healthcare providers and collaborating with researchers working with agricultural communities.

Ramirez, an associate professor of the practice, joined the School of Social Welfare in 2013. She has served in a variety of roles, contributing to the social work education at KU through teaching, advising, student retention and leadership.

Fifteen individuals at the University of Kansas Lawrence and Edwards campuses have earned instructional faculty promotions over the past year. “These educators represent some of the best in teaching and research excellence,” said Arash Mafi, chief academic officer, provost and executive vice chancellor.

The four-part online event series features leaders and alumni from the online KU DSW program. These practitioner-scholars will share experiences from developing their DSW Capstone Projects in crucial practice areas including healthcare, child and family services, and mental and behavioral health.

Street, a social work educator for 18 years, teaches in the DSW program. Street leads the development of the school’s approach to DSW capstone projects.

Eric Rosen still channels his social work education and background as he leads the Kansas Supreme Court.