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Gaining leadership experience, applying research to their day-to-day work, and building advocacy skills are some of the reasons KU DSW students give for joining the program. Watch video interviews with students about why they chose the online DSW at KU.
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Student Stories: KU Social Work
“I’ve always been set in stone in going back to my community,” White said. “I really want to help and there’s so much to be done. I see some things are still affecting us and I want to go help my people.”
Research Stories: KU Social Work
Meredith Bagwell-Gray has seen the magic happen. When women who have experienced sexual abuse and intimate partner violence have a safe place to address their sexual trauma, they often begin to feel more empowered and in control of their sexuality. As a result, they are more likely to embrace positive...
Alumni Stories: KU Social Work
“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.”
Community Engagement Stories: KU Social Work
Each semester, a series of events aims to counter the strains of academic and personal duties. Laura Ramirez, an associate professor and coordinator of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council, collaborated this year with Hazel Rogers, the new student support coordinator, to bring these events to life.
Giving Stories: KU Social Work
The planned gift, estimated to be over $1 million, will primarily provide scholarships to future KU social work students.
Faculty & Staff Stories: KU Social Work
Sanburn and Handshy’s commitment to the school’s well-being was evident as they provided guidance and responsiveness to help navigate challenges during the school year.
School of Social Welfare News
Supporting Survivors of Partner Violence
Meredith Bagwell-Gray has seen the magic happen. When women who have experienced sexual abuse and intimate partner violence have a safe place to address their sexual trauma, they often begin to feel more empowered and in control of their sexuality. As a result, they are more likely to embrace positive...
Practicum Spotlight: Sophia Ostlund
"Utilize all the resources you're given at your practicum and even outside your practicum, like your teachers or practicum liaisons."
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.