A new University of Michigan study, co-authored by Illinois Social Work’s Liliane Windsor, reveals a significant gap in HIV prevention. Among formerly incarcerated Black men who had substance use problems, about one-third were found to be eligible for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). However, according to a new University of Michigan study, nearly 79% said they hadn’t […]
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, […]
Dr. Karen Tabb Dina has been selected for induction into the esteemed American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (AASWSW). This prestigious recognition is reserved for leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of social good and the field of social work. Dr. Tabb Dina’s innovative research, commitment to equity, and influence […]
Dr. Chi-Fang Wu, Professor and PhD Program Director in the School of Social Work, has been selected as the recipient of the GADE Social Work 2025 Donna Harrington Faculty Award for Excellence in Mentoring of Social Work Doctoral Students. This award recognizes faculty who demonstrate exemplary mentorship and commitment to supporting the academic and professional […]
The School of Social Work is pleased to announce the launch of two new podcasts, Let’s Talk: an Illinois Child Welfare Podcast and the Translating Child Welfare Research Podcast, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. Let’s Talk: an Illinois Child Welfare Podcast, hosted by Michelle Moreno (MPA) and La Tanya Riggs (MSW) of the […]
CELEBRATE your mental well-being any way you like or you can engage in any of the following ways: Starting Oct 7, SSW students can submit “World Peace” drawings on 8×8 cards in the student lounge.Participants will be entered into a raffle for ten $10 Amazon gift cards. Watch your email for details! Anytime – Free 8 minute video: Sound […]
Join us during the month of September as we celebrate National Child Welfare Workforce. The School of Social Work is proud to partner with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in the establishment of the Child Welfare Office of Workforce Development to help support child welfare across the state. This collaboration ensures that professional, administrative, […]