We’re proud to spotlight a meaningful partnership between the School of Social Work and It Takes a Village Mentorship, highlighting a recent visit from North Ridge Middle School mentees to the University of Illinois. The field trip featured insights from Professor Kevin Tan and engagement with Jennifer Free, MSW ’17, Danville school social worker, Sam […]
We’re excited to announce that Season 2 of our Let’s Talk: an Illinois Child Welfare Podcast, created by the of the Office of Research and Child Well-Being to educate, provide updates and support the implementation of best practice within Illinois Department Children and Family Services, is now live! Hosts Michelle Moreno and La Tanya Riggs […]
This April, join us in recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). This month serves as a time to listen to and honor survivors in our community, reminding those affected by sexual violence that they are not alone. It is also an opportunity to deepen our understanding of sexual violence in the digital age. Each year, […]
The School of Social Work is excited to co-sponsor the third annual Reproductive Justice Week! Kicking off on April 7, this week-long series of events across Urbana-Champaign offers multiple ways to engage. Connect with local activists at in-person gatherings, join an online workshop to gain practical tools for action, or explore community resources with friends […]
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a variety of events will be taking place. We invite you to check out events happening near you, including several that will be happening on university campus. A full list of events supported by campus can be found here. Sunday, January 19Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration […]
Ryan Wade has been named one of two inaugural recipients of the 2025 Social & Behavioral Science Impact (SBSI) Award from the Center for Social and Behavioral Science (CSBS). This award recognizes Dr. Wade’s exceptional research, which addresses pressing societal challenges and highlights the needs of hard-to-reach populations. The CSBS Steering Committee was overwhelmingly impressed […]
Please note schedule is subject to change. All in-person and virtual presentations are in Pacific Time Zone (PST). Search for more information on the Society for Social Work and Research conference site. *special event receptions Thursday, January 16, 2025 Early Career Wage Trajectories of Low-Wage Workers and the Predictors of Wage Growth Jeehae Kang, MSW, […]