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Join Us! Creating Solutions for Housing Insecurity in Columbus with Dr. Gregg Colburn

On Wednesday, June 4, the College of Social Work and Community Shelter Board invite you to join visiting professor, Dr. Gregg Colburn, for a presentation and moderated discussion about housing-related issues in the United States. In this event, community members will take part in conversations about housing insecurity issues present in central Ohio, as well as engage in creating applicable solutions
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What role can social workers play in advancing democratic, social, and climate action?

There’s a climate connection to the 2024 elections. What role can social workers play in advancing democratic, social, and climate action?
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New Strategic Plan Created

New Strategic Plan Created The process to complete our next Strategic Plan was a tremendous …
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University Partnership Program strengthens child welfare workforce

The University Partnership Program (UPP) recently brought together advocates from across the state to share …
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Social scientists amicus brief filed in Supreme Court Case on homelessness

Public Justice, a nonprofit legal advocacy organization, filed an amicus brief on behalf of more …
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Celebrating National Social Work Month

Columbus City Councilmember Melissa Green, chair of the Health, Human Services, & Equity Committee, sponsored …
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The College of Social Work is never satisfied

Faculty and students embrace their enduring mission to care for people but continually stretch and …
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Mighty March: A Month Honoring Social Workers, Women

Did you know that March doubles as Social Work Month and Women’s History Month? Celebrate …
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Cell Phone Technology, Golf Tee, Fridge, Mower & More: Black Inventions Impact Everyday Life

This year, the College of Social Work is celebrating the many products invented or redesigned …