Social Work News


Commencement Summer 2026

Dr. Sherron Wilkes, Clinical Assistant Professor and BSW Program Director, was honored to serve as the Commencement Marshal for Summer 2026 and represent both the University of Alabama and the School of Social Work. Her leadership and service reflect the values and excellence of the University and the social work profession. Congratulations to all Summer 2026 graduates.…


DSW Program Orientation 2026

The journey begins! We welcomed our newest DSW students during orientation and look forward to supporting them as they embark on their path of learning, leadership, and social impact.


Dr. Dione King Appointed to CSWE National Nominating Committee

The University of Alabama School of Social Work is proud to announce that Dr. Dione King has been elected to serve on the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) National Nominating Committee as the Graduate Program Representative. Her term will begin on July 1, 2026. CSWE recently announced the election of five new members to…


The University of Alabama’s Strategic Graduate Partnerships Initiative (SGPI) Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

With the support of The University of Alabama Graduate School, the School of Social Work is proud to host four outstanding students in the MSW Program through the SGPI Summer REU Program. This highly competitive, 10-week residential program is designed to strengthen academic pathways between undergraduate institutions, particularly those in Alabama and the Southeast, and…


Two Years of Building the Future: Celebrating the Office of Experiential Programs and Community Partnerships

Building Something That Matters Just two years ago, the School of Social Work embarked on an ambitious vision: to reimagine experiential education, strengthen community partnerships, and create an office dedicated to connecting classroom learning with meaningful practice. From that vision, the Office of Experiential Programs and Community Partnerships (OEPCP) was born. Over the past two…


BSW Newsletter – August 2026

From the Director’s Corner Dear BSW Students, Welcome (Back) to our new students and returning students. We hope you had a wonderful summer break, and you are ready to start (and finish) a successful academic year (2026-2027). My colleagues and I are excited to see you (back) in Little Hall and online. As you step…


BSW Student Spotlight – Destiny McGee

Meet Destiny McGee, a Bachelor of Social Work student who is dedicated to academic excellence, service, and professional growth!