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Spring 2026 Graduation

Congratulations to our amazing graduates! Today, you don’t just leave as social work students, you leave as Bama alumni. Your passion, resilience, and heart for service have prepared you to lead with purpose. Now, it’s time to go out and make #LegendaryChange. We’re so proud of you. Roll Tide!


Spring 2026 Graduation Receiption

We had the BEST time celebrating our amazing grads at the UA School of Social Work Graduation Reception! We’re so proud of our incredible graduates, your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we can’t wait to see all that you accomplish.


BSW Ambassador Spotlight: Devon Longstreet

Meet BSW ambassador Devon Longstreet, whose passion for mentorship and advocacy inspires future social workers while shaping his goal of supporting young men and children in clinical and school settings.


BSW Ambassador Spotlight: Emily Dykes

BSW ambassador Emily Dykes shares how her passion for service and global health inspired her social work journey and shaped her aspirations for international practice and advocacy.


BSW Ambassador Spotlight: Nautica Davis

Senior, Selma native Strengthens Faith through Friendships at UA April 9, 2020 By David Miller Despite all of Nautica Davis’ service work in high school and in junior college, she felt a void as she prepared to transfer to a four-year university in 2018. Davis was keen to continue her service work, especially with children.…


BSW Ambassador Spotlight: Shaina Daquioag

Senior finds encouragement, empowerment in School of Social Work March 6, 2020 By David Miller As the daughter of Filipino immigrants, Shaina Daquioag can empathize with people who emigrate to the United States and struggle to adjust to a new culture. Daquioag’s family moved to the United States when she was 3 years old. Once…


BSW Ambassador Spotlight: Hannah Lancaster

Senior reflects on uncertainty as a freshman, future working with people with disabilities By David Miller Hannah Lancaster applied only to the University of Alabama prior to graduating from Tuscaloosa County High School. Though undecided on a major, she was confident she’d “figure out” her direction. Lancaster had developed interests in social and community connections…