The University of Alabama School of Social Work will celebrate 60 years of service, education, and legendary change with two special events on Oct. 16 and 17 in Tuscaloosa. “These events will bring together alumni and friends to celebrate the enduring legacy and impact of the UA School of Social Work,” said Dean Schnavia Smith Hatcher. “We…
The University of Alabama School of Social Work is proud to announce that Amy McLean, instructor and coordinator of teaching innovation, has been accepted into the Council of Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Teaching Academy, a national program focused on advancing excellence in social work education. The yearlong initiative brings together a select group of educators…
/ Dr. Sebrena Jackson, associate professor in the School of Social Work, has been named the recipient of the Lahoma Adams Buford Endowed Peace Award for 2025. The Buford Peace Award is a prestigious university-wide honor presented annually by the School of Social Work during its award ceremony at the end of each academic year.…
December 17th, 2024 The University of Alabama School of Social Work (SSW) proudly announces that Dr. Coy Stout will officially join the school’s Office of Experiential Programs team as the Washington DC Program Faculty Liaison on January 3, 2025. In this pivotal role, Dr. Stout will oversee the School of Social Work’s esteemed Washington DC Practicum…
OCTOBER 24 – 27, 2024 The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) conferences help to promote and teach best practices in research and curriculum development through dynamic educational sessions, peer networking forums, and job-search opportunities. The UA School of Social Work is pleased to announce the following faculty and student research presentations for CSWE’s 2024 Annual…
October 11, 2024 James Slaughter, the 2024 Alabama Social Work Hall of Fame inductee, is a dedicated social work leader whose career has spanned over four decades. As the retired Deputy Commissioner for Field Administration of the Alabama Department of Human Resources, Mr. Slaughter has tirelessly advocated for vulnerable populations across Alabama. Beginning his…
09/25/2024 Written by Lyric Wisdom The School of Social Work takes pride in celebrating the achievements and goals of our wide range of alum. Dr. M. Josh McNeil, a doctoral graduate of the class of 2024, is a perfect example of the talent that drives change in the world around us. McNeil has made significant…
August 1, 2024 The University of Alabama School of Social Work is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Brian E. Bride as the Hill Crest Foundation Endowed Chair in Mental Health. Dr. Bride brings a wealth of expertise, dedication, and leadership to our community, marking an exciting new chapter in our commitment to advancing…
July 31, 2024 Join us in celebrating the remarkable career and retirement of Dr. Debra Nelson-Gardell, a dedicated member of the School of Social Work faculty at The University of Alabama. Over the past 30 years, Dr. Nelson-Gardell has significantly contributed to our community through her various roles, leaving a lasting impact on both colleagues…
May 15, 2024 | UA News Center – Written by Jennifer Brady Tuscaloosa native and graduate student Aisha Winston spent the past academic year serving her local community and others in rural Alabama as part of the UA School of Social Work’s new Black Belt Internship Initiative. “Alabama’s Black Belt holds a rich history of migration…
