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BSW Newsletter – April 2026

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…


BSW Newsletter – March 2026

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…


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…