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Alumni & Friends

Welcome! This page is your starting point for School of Social Work alumni and friends events, recognition programs, sponsorship opportunities and more.

Alumni Links

Share Your Alumni News

Have you recently started a new job, published a book, or received a promotion or an award? Share your latest life accomplishments with fellow UA Social Work alumni by submitting a class note for the next issue of OutReach magazine and the alumni newsletter!

Alumni Organizations

The School of Social Work’s two alumni organizations serve in an advisory role and assist with long-range planning for the school.

Board of Friends

The Board works to build positive relationships between leaders in the community and the faculty, staff, and students in our school.

Social Work Society Board

An affiliate organization of the Capstone Foundation, the Society supports the school’s goals, programs, and activities.

Alumni Spotlights and Other News

Alumni Spotlight: Sherron Wilkes

Article by Ava Marante | What is social work? According to the National Association of Social Workers, “social work” is defined as being a “profession for those with a strong desire […]

  • Spring Commencement 2020: Rebekah Koen, MSW

    McNair Fellow who Suffered Homelessness as Child to Begin Work with Homeless Vets By David Miller April 29, 2020 Eviction notices. Homeless shelters. Conditional living arrangements. For a brief period during sixth grade and during two years of high school, Rebekah Koen and her family navigated the challenges of homelessness in Central Alabama. Housing services…

  • Spring Commencement 2020: Dr. Brad Barber

    Veteran Law Enforcement, Corrections Officer Inspired by Mother’s Work at DHR By David Miller April 28, 2020 Brad Barber was “born into social work.” His family has owned and operated Tri-Wil, Inc., a residential treatment facility for youth in Bibb County, for 30 years. His mother, Pamela Brown, works at Tri-Wil and previously worked for…

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