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In recognition of contributions to students and the teaching mission in the KU School of Social Welfare, Rebeca Sandoval is honored with the Budig Award for Excellence in Teaching.
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Wed, 06/03/2026
In recognition of contributions to students and the teaching mission in the KU School of Social Welfare, Rebeca Sandoval is honored with the Budig Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Wed, 06/03/2026
The 2025-26 Mignot Awards are granted to Améa Chandler and Jerilyn Smith for their outstanding dedication and commitment to students in the Bachelor of Social Work Program.
Wed, 06/03/2026
The 2026 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching is awarded to Audrey Cress, LMSW.
Wed, 06/03/2026
Dr. Miller received the School’s Statland Leadership Award and Holmes received the Statland Award for Research Leadership.
Mon, 05/18/2026
Learn more about graduating Master of Social Work student Madisen Kratz.
Wed, 05/13/2026
Learn more about graduating Doctor of Social Work student Afton Salas.
Wed, 05/13/2026
Learn more about graduating Master of Social Work student Eva Markoulatos.
Wed, 05/13/2026
Learn more about graduating Master of Social Welfare student Nicole Brown
Wed, 05/13/2026
Get to know more about graduating Bachelor of Social Welfare student Nandhini Sachithanandham.
Wed, 05/13/2026
A study led by a University of Kansas researcher has analyzed the environmental effects of air travel to academic conferences. The study does not call for an end to academic travel but rather to rethink how such gatherings are arranged and held, especially in fields like social welfare, that are dedicated to environmental justice.
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