Melissa Jenkins earned her BSW degree from Meredith College in 2017. While at Meredith, she worked on four research projects, including an exploration of religious diversity in the … [Read more...]
In the news
Julia Da Silva, a dual degree social work and public administration student, published a column, titled, "We care about the most vulnerable. But we're not martyrs," in the Raleigh News & Observer. … [Read more...]
In the news
The School of Social Work was mentioned in the WUNC-radio article, "Social services agencies investigate thousands of child abuse and neglect cases." The School was also featured in the Durham Herald … [Read more...]
School briefs
Professor Kim Strom-Gottfried presented workshops on "Authentic Academic Leadership" and "Developing and Supporting Academic Leaders" to 65 female higher education leaders in Qassim and Ha'il, Saudi … [Read more...]
In the media
Professor Kim Strom-Gottfried and Clinical Professor Anne Jones were featured in separate articles in the the May/June 2016 issue of Social Work Today. Strom-Gottfried was quoted in the article, … [Read more...]
Documentary brings filmmaker and faculty member together
Bebe Smith and Dawn Dreyer not only have a common interest in mental health advocacy work, they also have a deep appreciation for storytelling and its ability to empower individuals living … [Read more...]
Faculty and staff briefs
Gov. Pat McCrory proclaimed January as National Human Trafficking Month and Jan. 11 was the National Day of Human Trafficking Awareness. On that day, The Salvation Army and Partners Against … [Read more...]
Faculty and staff briefs
Clinical Instructor and doctoral student Annie Francis was selected for the Future Faculty Fellowship Program at UNC's Center for Faculty Excellence. It is a semester-long program that introduces … [Read more...]
Film screening and discussion on mental illness and recovery, Nov. 30
Please join us for an evening of film and storytelling on the topic, "Speak with Vulnerability and Listen with Compassion: How Stories Build Community and Create a Pathway to Healing," on Monday, Nov. … [Read more...]
Dean Smith Scholar eager to serve young people in need
Shivani Chudasama discovered her passion for social work in a high school biology class in Charlotte about five years ago. Then employed with Teach for America, Chudasama quickly realized she could do … [Read more...]