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Event to connect the issue of MMIWG2ST+ to social work values of service
MMIWG2ST+ is an inclusive acronym describing missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse relatives. Join us in learning about these tragic injustices and their roots in the violence of colonialism and anti-Indigenous U.S. policy — and in committing ourselves to solidarity and justice with Indigenous communities.
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2022 Senior Class Awards Two Faculty with Hope Awards for Teaching Excellence
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas senior class has honored Sarah Jen, assistant professor of social welfare, and Jonathan Hagel, assistant teaching professor of history, with 2021 HOPE Awards — to Honor an Outstanding Progressive Educator.
Social Work Advocacy Critical to Address Digital Divide as Social Justice Issue, Authors Say
A University of Kansas professor is co-author of a new article that argues broadband access is a human rights issue and social justice matter as marginalized communities are left behind in the digital divide.
2021-22 MSW Research Scholars
The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare’s Research Office has announced the 2021-22 cohort of MSW Research Scholars.
Statement by School of Social Welfare and School’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council after 9/29 Stealing of Common Work of Art
The School of Social Welfare and its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council abhors and vehemently opposes the acts of racist violence that occurred in the destruction and subsequent theft of the University of Kansas Common Work of Art, “Native Hosts”, by Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds.
KU School of Social Welfare hosts Research Impact Talk Event Series
The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare’s Research Office will host a series of Research Impact Talks highlighting current School research and community practice in areas related to social work.
Condemning the Destruction of the University of Kansas Common Work of Art, “Native Hosts”
The School of Social Welfare stands
KU School of Social Welfare hosts Grand Challenges for Social Work Event Series
The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare’s Center for Community Engagement and Collaboration (CCEC) will host a series of interactive panels highlighting current School research and community practice in areas related to the Grand Challenges for Social Work.
Study Shows Mental Health, Support, Not Just Substance Misuse Key in Parental Neglect
LAWRENCE — Substance use disorder has long been considered a key factor in cases of parental neglect. But new research from the University of Kansas shows that such substance abuse does not happen in a vacuum.
Research Begins Trial on How LGBTQ Individuals Experience Smart Recovery Substance Use Program
LAWRENCE — Sexual and gender minority individuals experience alcohol and substance use disorders at rates much higher than their peers, yet little is known about how treatment and recovery programs work for them.
Celebrating the Contributions of Ally Mabry & Bryan Knowles
We are sad to share the news that two long-time members of our School's research staff, Ally Mabry and Bryan Knowles, will be leaving KU at the end of June.