Tag School of Social Work
School of Social Work ranked No. 13 in new survey
May 17, 2012The University of Wisconsin–Madison master’s of Social Work degree program has been ranked among the best in the nation, according to a new survey done by TheBestSchools.org.
Protecting children: New child welfare center finds “what works”
April 5, 2011A new research center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison promotes child and family well-being through interdisciplinary research and enhanced collaboration and communication among the researchers, policymakers and practitioners seeking best practices in preventing child maltreatment.
Thirteen recently tenured faculty honored with Romnes awards
March 29, 2011This year’s Romnes Faculty Fellowships recognize a baker’s dozen of talented, up-and-coming faculty from across campus.
Morgridge Center supports initiatives through matching grant program
January 27, 2011The Morgridge Center for Public Service at the University of Wisconsin–Madison recently awarded 11 matching grants totaling $334,739 to support service learning, community-based research or civic engagement work by UW–Madison faculty and researchers in the areas of education, environment or health.
UW-Madison to take part in national Ethnic Studies Week
October 4, 2010Students and educators from the University of Wisconsin–Madison will join others from around the nation in celebrating Ethnic Studies Week from Oct. 4-8.
Curiosities: Why does bad driving provoke road rage in otherwise rational people?
October 4, 2010Road rage, or aggressive driving, is usually rooted in feeling of powerlessness and helplessness, says Darald Hanusa, a senior lecturer in social work at the…
Building a bridge with cross-cultural cancer education
August 17, 2010Most cancers are easier to treat if detected early, so cancer educators emphasize the benefits of screening and prompt treatment. But for immigrants and other "medically underserved communities," simply handing out a brochure on early detection - even if it's been translated into the appropriate language - may not work.
UW-Madison expertise tapped for state legislative study committees
July 22, 2010University of Wisconsin–Madison experts have been appointed to 12 special committees the Wisconsin Legislature created to study emerging state issues and make recommendations for the 2011-12 legislative session.
Child welfare training program marks 10 years, expands access
May 12, 2010Kira Gengler and Megan Jeidy will both get their master's degrees in social work on Sunday, May 16, but they already have something their fellow graduates seek: jobs.
Gassman to receive Distinguished Alumni Award in School of Social Work
March 30, 2010Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Roberta Gassman will receive the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Social Work in a ceremony Monday, April 12 at the Waisman Center on the UW–Madison campus.
UW-Madison plans tribute to student Adkins
January 20, 2010Shanica Adkins, the late University of Wisconsin–Madison senior killed in a Dec. 31 auto accident, is being remembered as a kind and passionate young woman who was dedicated to helping others.