From the Director’s Corner Dear BSW Students, As we reach the end of the spring semester, I want to encourage you to finish strong and with intention. You have navigated through challenges, shown resilience, and continued to grow in ways that matter. Take a moment to reflect on how far you have come, give yourself…
From the Director’s Corner Dear BSW Students, It is truly a privilege to walk alongside each of you as you pursue your journey toward becoming professional social workers. The Bachelor of Social Work program is more than coursework and practicum hours—it is a transformational experience that challenges you to grow academically, professionally, and personally. Social…
UA’s Washington, D.C. practicum offers BSW and MSW students immersive, semester-long experience in federal agencies and national organizations.
A $2.4 million federal grant will support MSW students with $25,000 stipends and specialized training to prepare them for behavioral health careers serving children, adolescents, and underserved communities across Alabama.
Led by: Dr. Sophia Dziegielewski, Ph.D., LICSW Sessions Offered in January and May 2026 Targets Knowledge Requirements by ASWB Provides Core Test-Taking Skills Registration Fees: Bachelor’s: $125 Master’s/Clinical: $225Workbooks will be mailed to you
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.…
For the first time in history, a representative from Social Work will be one of the faces of We Are UA. Dr. Hyunjin Noh, PhD Program Director and Associate Professor, was selected to be an ambassador for the 2025 fundraising campaign. We invite you to take a moment to view her individual promotional video and…
Jade Scales and her class for being highlighted for their contributions to Jeremiah’s Garden. Their community engagement efforts were profiled by WVUA for Social Work Month. Click here to read the article.
