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Innovations Institute, at UConn’s School of Social Work (SSW), works in partnership with government agencies, health care providers, youth and their families, and community-based organizations nationwide to improve outcomes for children, youth, young adults, and their families. A University institute of the SSW, Innovations extends the School’s commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and the improvement of human well-being nationwide.
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School of Social Work Archives – UConn Today
- Commencement 2025 at a Glance May 12, 2025Hats were tossed and tassels were turnedCombined Reports
- UConn Professor and Alumni Encourage Social Workers and Students to Influence Federal Public Policy through the Regulatory Process May 9, 2025Keeping up to date on the regulatory arena is critical now more than everChelsea Lebron
- Ph.D. Student Analyzes Mental Health Challenges for Hispanic Immigrants to the U.S. May 9, 2025Hispanic immigrants face a unique set of mental and emotional health issues, according to new research by Ph.D. student Leah HolleChelsea Lebron
- Connecticut ¡Adelante! Program Fills Workforce Need for Spanish Speaking Social Workers May 9, 2025The UConn School of Social Work is one of the leading MSW programs helping close the language gap to meet urgent workforce demandChelsea Lebron
- UConn’s Class of 2025: By the Numbers May 6, 2025Numbers don't tell the whole story, but what a story they tellJaclyn Severance
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🎉 Today’s the day! We’re thrilled to honor the Class of 2025 at the UConn School of Social Work Commencement Ceremony! 🎓 21 BSW, 146 MSW, and 2 PhD graduates are crossing the stage and stepping into their futures as leaders and changemakers. Thank you to our keynote speaker, Maggie Mitchell Salem of IRIS, for sharing her wisdom and inspiring us all. Let’s celebrate this moment! 💙#UConnSSW #UConnGrad #SocialWorkStrong #ClassOf2025 #SSWCommencement
🎓 This Saturday, we’re proud to celebrate the accomplishments of 167 incredible students at the UConn School of Social Work Commencement Ceremony! 🎉 👏 Join us in congratulating our 21 BSW, 146 MSW, and 2 PhD graduates as they embark on their next chapter. We’re honored to welcome our keynote speaker, Maggie Mitchell Salem, Executive Director of Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS), for what promises to be an inspiring address. #UConnSSW #SocialWorkGraduation #UConnGrad #ClassOf2025
📚 New research publication! Dr. Nate Okpych, UConn SSW faculty member, co-authored "8 Trends in Social Support During the Transition to Adulthood for Youths who Spent Time in Congregate Care in California." This important study sheds light on the critical role of social support in helping youth successfully transition out of congregate care settings. Read more with the link in our bio! #ResearchPublication #SocialSupport #CaliforniaYouth
UConn SSW Associate Professor Meg Paceley and doctoral student Spencer Evans co-authored a new article called Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youths’ disclosure of their sexual orientation and gender identity across contexts: Processes, decision making, and related experiences. This study explores the complex, ongoing nature of SOGI disclosure for LGBTQ+ youth, shedding light on how identity, safety, and environment intersect in these critical decisions. Read more with the link in our bio! #LGBTQResearch #UConnResearch #SocialWork
Join us on May 6th at 10 AM in the Legislative Office Building, Room 1C, 300 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT for a critical dialogue on Voting Rights Legislation, HB 7229, and the Voting Landscape — featuring guest speakers including Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas and other leading voices in civic engagement. We encourage your participation in this significant opportunity to learn, engage, and advocate for accessible voting in Connecticut. Presented by the Connecticut Unlock the Vote Coalition. #VotingRights #HartfordEvents #VotingLegislation
Vote for SSW alum Aviva Vincent, 2011, for the NASW member large. "I`m a proud UConn SSW alum (Class of 2011) and honored to be on the ballot for NASW Member-at-Large in the 2025 National Election. Voting opens May 1 — I’d be grateful for your support!" Learn more about me and my statement using the link in our bio! #UConnAlumni #NASW2025 #VoteForAviva