UNC School of Social Work

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Chris Toenes

Clinical Assistant Professor Chris Toenes, who joined the School of Social Work in August 2023, focuses on adult mental health and substance use treatment. A graduate of North Carolina State University, Toenes has specialized in relational approaches to trauma and mood disorders while working in community mental health for the last decade.

Events

May11

Saturday 12:00 pm

UNC School of Social Work commencement

Oct25

Friday 9:00 am

What’s my story? The reconstructive power of narrative therapy w/ Mauricio Yabar, MSW, M.Ed.

Catch up on SSW news

May 1, 2024
Q&A: Commencement speaker Jennifer Thompson reflects on career, power of restorative justice
We spoke with 2024 commencement speaker Jennifer Thompson to learn about Healing Justice, her message for students, and more. Read More
April 25, 2024
Eight faculty and staff members honored for their excellence to School
Eight members of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work were recently recognized for their excellence and commitment to the School of Social Work community. Read More

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Hawkins named to new vice dean role at UNC School of Social Work

Robert L. Hawkins, Ph.D., has been named to the new position of vice dean at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work, effective July 1.

MSW student, Peace Rotary Fellow set to begin next chapter

Alexandra Rose had her eye on the Rotary Peace Fellowship for some time when she came across the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work’s website.

Research team examines role of parenting on LGBTQ mental health, substance use

A paper published in Adolescent Research Review by UNC School of Social Work Associate Professor Melissa Lippold examines the effect of parenting on LGBTQ youth.