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  • Join the Pitt School of Social Work and get your MSW today! Learn about our innovative and top-ranked program at a Virtual Information Session Webinar April 29th. 6pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/w3tL50VB0Je
  • News Coverage from Higher Ed Day of Action: PublicSource, University Times, 90.5 WESA, TribLive
  • Dr. Kyaien Conner's written speech: Higher Ed Day of Action
  • Video: Dr. Kyaien Conner Gives Speech at Higher Ed Day of Action
  • Join the Pitt School of Social Work and get your MSW today! Learn about our innovative and top-ranked program at a Virtual Information Session Webinar April 29th. 6pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/w3tL50VB0Je
  • April 17 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Join TAC - Treatment Advocacy Center for an insightful webinar presented by Dr. Shaun Eack, a leading expert in cognitive enhancement therapy (CET). In this session, Dr. Eack will explore how CET impacts the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders by improving cognitive functioning and enhancing everyday skills. He will discuss the latest research, clinical applications, and practical strategies for implementing CET, offering valuable insights into how this approach can help manage the negative symptoms of psychotic disorders such as issues with memory, problem solving, and attention. Cognitive Enhancement Therapy for Promoting Cognitive and Functional Recovery from Schizophrenia will take place Thursday, April 17 at 3 p.m. ET. Register here today: https://ow.ly/94Yo50VAr21
  • Starting tomorrow April 9th! Please join AmeriCorps Survivor Link Fellows for a two-part free training on understanding intimate partner violence & supporting survivors in safety planning and connecting with resources. The training is geared towards current and future social workers practicing in a variety of settings, to support the development of basic skills in understanding and responding to IPV and other forms of gender-based violence. While it is not required that you attend both, trainings will build on one another. Trainings will be held in Room 2017 CL. Training 1: Domestic Violence 101 – Wednesday, April 9th 6-7:30pm Training 2: Resources & Safety Planning – Wednesday, April 16th 6-7:30pm Please note that you can also attend via Zoom . More information here: https://ow.ly/T2xH50VvVKE
  • Racial Equity Collaboratory Launch
  • As a community-based therapist, MSW alumnus Julius Boatwright worked with families to ensure the safety of their children. But when his work with a given family would come to a close, sometimes they’d ask, “Why does your time with us have to end?” After a session with a family in the Hill District in March 2016, Boatwright, who’d been involved in social work and mental health for four years, sat in his car and thought, “I need to do more.” Read more in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: https://ow.ly/iIY350Vsm3a
  • The Hartford Cohort of 2024/2025 will present group projects. 9-10:30am. Virtual or 2017 Cathedral of Learning. Register here: https://ow.ly/qc0e50VnymH
  • Joint MSW/MPH student Gabriel F. Quinteros was profiled by Pittwire. He talks about his path to Pitt and how he "felt drawn to his adjunct professors and their experiences in the 'real world'; he valued the work at the Center for Race and Social Problems, and he was over the moon to have his first-ever class with an Afro-Latino faculty member, Assistant Professor Victor Figuereo, which “was really cool.” Read more in Pittwire: https://ow.ly/wqB850VslZx
  • Four Cycles of Reform in Mental Health Services Policy: Is There a 5th Cycle Emerging? A talk with Howard H Goldman MD PhD. When: Tuesday, 4/8/2025, 12:00-2:00pm Where: Cathedral of Learning, 20th Floor, Room CL 2017 Note: This event will be in-person only. Registration is required. Register: https://ow.ly/vGXF50Vnyh4
  • Congratulations! This month MSW alumna Jasmine Wilson-Bryant was nominated by her coworkers and won Social Worker of the Year 2025 for the Washington, DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center She was also selected and honored to serve as a panelist for the Veterans Affairs' National Social Work Program during National Social Work Month. Read more: https://ow.ly/a2Nj50VslVs
  • Critical Perspectives on Coercive Practices in Mental Health featuring Dr. Nev Jones: "Adaptive Expectations, Internalized Oppression & Coercion: Learning from Qualitative Research on Inpatient & Outpatient Commitment in the United States" - This brief presentation will unpack the challenges of qualitative research in the context of multiply-marginalized service users subject to coercive interventions and the challenges of documenting harm in the context of internalized oppression and adaptive expectations. Wednesday, April 9th: 4PM-5:30PM (EST) via Zoom Eventbrite Registration & Zoom Access: https://ow.ly/STrp50Vsja3  
  • HRC, GLAAD, Lambda Legal and several other advocacy organizations are hosting a webinar event this evening from 7p-8p, "Building Power and Solidarity Across Generations: A National Call for Communities and Allies". Event information and registration can be found here: https://glaad.org/tdov/
  • Faculty member Quinton Cotton visited his hometown of Milwaukee, WI on Saturday, March 15, 2025, to coordinate Slam Dunk Screenings. The event is a basketball game and health fair to raise awareness about the importance of screening for colorectal and prostate cancers. Read more: https://ow.ly/ztO050Vnxfn
  • March Madness Career Fair. March 28, 2025 10am-4pm. 2017 Cathedral of Learning. Register here: https://ow.ly/mhzM50VeWbQ
  • Social Work Alumni Speaker Series: Back to School: Exploring Careers in Higher Education Joanna Mittereder (MSW ’86). March 31st. 6 - 7 p.m. Virtual RSVP here: https://ow.ly/Sh4550VeWix
  • Join us for Social Work COSA Night at COSA  alumnus Mike Eichler’s play “Repulsing the Monkey” about gentrification on the South Side: On Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the Lillie Theater Stage at City Theater on the South Side. Saturday, April 5, 2025 Lillie Theater Stage on City Theater Campus 1300 Bingham Street. Ticket link: https://ow.ly/KSbU50VjjHJ
  • Parenting While Black program helping families through challenges tied to race. An interactive program in Pittsburgh is helping primary caregivers better support their Black children, navigate challenges like experiences of discrimination and improve intergenerational mental wellness. The curriculum was developed by Pitt Professor Jay Huguley. The current program is a collaboration between Pitt, Homewood Children’s Village and Awaken Pittsburgh. https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/parenting-while-black-program-helping-f…
  • The Flourishing Research Collaboratives (FRC) led by Drs. Moon, Idoko, Eack, Huguley, and Lee have been honored with the Year of Discourse and Dialogue award. The awarded funds will be utilized to support the Human Flourishing Symposium, scheduled for March 24, in partnership with the Headwaters Project team in the Department of Health Sciences and Engineering.  Read more: https://ow.ly/vyVo50Vjj8w
  • RECI Mixer Event March 18th
  • RECI Film Trailer
  • Free RECI Film Screening at Pitt Greensburg Registration
  • RECI Mixers Event
  • Human Flourishing Symposium
  • Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Photos
  • Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh TribLive Article
  • Alumni Speaker Series: Back to School: Exploring Careers in Higher Education. Joanna Mittereder (MSW ’86). March 31st. 6 - 7 p.m. RSVP here: https://ow.ly/yCcc50Vb3ef
  • Make your voice heard! Join us for NASW LEAD (Legislative Education and Advocacy Day) 2025. March 25, 2025. 5am-8pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/Rivy50VavQQ
  • 💡 Ready to make a difference through social work? Join faculty experts Dr. Yodit Betru & Dr. Jaime Booth as they dive into Pitt’s MSW program and its commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. 👉 Learn how anti-racism is embedded in coursework and fieldwork 👉 Explore strategies on advocating for marginalized communities and leveraging social work to confront societal challenges 👉 Discover how the Center on Race and Social Problems drives research and education Don’t miss this conversation on how social work can create meaningful change. https://ow.ly/Zqoh50V9Gn4
  • From psychosis to sleep to drug resistance, these Pittsburgh research efforts are threatened by Trump spending cuts, orders. Faculty members Nev Jones and Leah Jacobs spoke to Public Source about the recent proposed NIH cuts. Read more: https://ow.ly/4uY050V9FwL
  • Social Work Month Lecture: Social and behavioral research to improve sexual and reproductive health outcomes globally: Reflections and lessons learned by Zoé M. Hendrickson, PhD, Pitt School of Public Health March 17, 2025. 12-1pm. 2017 Cathedral of Learning or Zoom. Please register and the Zoom link will be sent to you before the lecture: https://ow.ly/nknj50V9G8V
  • March 6, 2025: Resilience and Restoration Critical Elements of Hope in School Social Work featuring panelist PhD student Bianca De Bellis. 6-7:30pm. Hybrid. Register here: https://ow.ly/n0B750V5vBU
  • Please join us for the 2025 Webb Lecture. Led by Macon Stewart and Karen Kolivoski, both Pitt School of Social Work MSW alumnae, this lecture will explore the challenges faced by youth involved in both the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. It examines the unique vulnerabilities of dual system youth, systemic barriers, and emerging opportunities for reform. The discussion highlights key issues in advocacy, leadership, service provision, and research, offering insights into strategies that can drive positive outcomes for dual system youth. It will take place in the Cathedral (Conference room 2017) over lunch on March 13. Please register here: https://ow.ly/wQ4o50UU5U7
  • Now open: Community and Racial Equity Leadership Fellowship Looking for a field placement in MACRO practice settings in the community? Earn a $5,000 stipend as you: • Deepen your understanding of race & social problems • Develop practitioner and research skills • Foster interprofessional collaborations • Engage in policy and practice • And promote social justice! Extended Application Deadline is March 15, 2025. Apply here: https://ow.ly/jSgT50V5v4f
  • The Pitt Alumni Association and Racial Equity Consciousness Institute are offering an exclusive and immersive learning alumni cohort that aims to broaden horizons, understanding and respect for diverse racial perspectives; nurture cultural humility, competence and agency; foster proactive attitudes toward creating racially equitable and inclusive environments; and develop confidence to drive social change. Register today: https://ow.ly/y4Wn50V5v8v
  • MSW alumnus's play comes comes to Pittsburgh! Written by MSW alumnus Mike Eichler, Repulsing The Monkey is coming to the Lillie Theatre stage on City Theatre's campus March 31st - April 6th! A brother and sister inherit a working-class bar on the South Side of Pittsburgh. Millennials from New York and California swarm in to make offers to buy it and "retrofit" it to new uses. Should they sell it for the money and lose their neighborhood? 1300 Bingham St | Pittsburgh, PA Monday (Pay What You Can Preview) - 7:30 pm Wednesday through Friday - 7:30 pm Saturday - 5:30 pm & Sunday - 2:00 pm More information and reserve tickets: https://ow.ly/369n50V5uLF
  • Coming in March: Human Flourishing Symposium, "Exploring Pathways to Thriving: Shifting from Deficit to Possibility." We invite you to the Human Flourishing Symposium, "Exploring Pathways to Thriving: Shifting from Deficit to Possibility", a day-long gathering dedicated to exploring and advancing the concept of human flourishing across disciplines. Jointly hosted by the Flourishing Research Collaboratives (FRC) in the School of Social Work and The Headwaters Project in Health Sciences and Engineering, this event will bring together leading researchers, community leaders, faculty, students, and stakeholders to discuss how to understand and advance human flourishing. https://ow.ly/AZOC50V5v1s
  • Interested in a fellowship opportunity? Don't miss these upcoming deadlines! More information on our website: https://ow.ly/Ng5t50V5CYv
  • Doctoral alumna Laurenia Mangum's latest publication, co-authored with Drs. Valire Copeland and Shaun Eack and alumni Shataya Taylor (BASW and MSW) and Ifeoluwa Orebiyi (MSW): Parental Perceptions of Access to and Utilization of Services for Autistic Children in African American Families: An Exploratory Study. https://ow.ly/uH5W50V5urQ
  • Allegheny County DHS has honored MSW Program Director Yodit Betru for Black History Month. In their "Equity Corner," DHS celebrates "the work of Dr. Yodit Betru, DSW, LCSW, a local expert whose dedication to social work and trauma-informed care is driving meaningful change in Pittsburgh. https://ow.ly/yTCn50V5ucE
  • We’re excited to share the Winter 2025 edition of Bridges! This issue celebrates 30 years of Pitt Social Work’s leadership in child welfare, highlighting the impact of our Child Welfare Education and Research Programs and more school and alumni news. Read here: https://bridges.pitt.edu/
  • ICYMI: Alumni Speaker Series with MSW alumnus Kyle Crawford (MSW ’12) goes into details about how he defines ambiguity and historical examples of unique moments of change from his new book, “Ambiguity is the Answer: Timeless Strategies for Creating Change.” Watch on YouTube: https://ow.ly/5lCp50UZpgN
  • Saturday, February 22, 2025. 10:00am: Register for the In-Person MSW Information Session with a Practicum Focus. https://ow.ly/mKZC50URtY3
  • Please join us for the 2025 Webb Lecture. It will take place in the Cathedral (Conference room 2017) over lunch on March 13. Please register here: https://ow.ly/wQ4o50UU5U7
  • Pitt Bachelor's in Social Work Info Session! Join BASW Program Director Dr. Toya Jones to learn about the program! Feb 19, 2025 5:00pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/7XGO50UU3Nk
  • The second annual AAPI Symposium was held on January 24, 2024, in a hybrid format. It drew participants from institutions across the state, including Emory University, Columbia University, and the University of Texas at Austin. Attendance quadrupled compared to the previous year, reflecting the event's growing impact. Read more and see photos from the event: https://ow.ly/n6m150USoW3
  • Dr. Quinton Cotton, REC Rising Star Awardee, will be part of an one-hour webinar featuring the 2023 Fall and 2024 Fall ADRC Meeting REC Rising Star Award Winners! Each presenter will have a 10-minute presentation followed by an opportunity for Q&A. February 7, 2025 at 2pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/KgCV50USoxP
  • Advocacy in Social Work trainings! This series of trainings will help social work students across all programs learn advocacy skills. Feb 17/24 and March 10/17 4:30-6 2017 CL. Register here: https://ow.ly/52oX50URpgl
  • Western PA Book Read: https://pittsburghlectures.org/lectures/western-pa-book-read/
  • The deadline for this BASW fellowship opportunity is approaching quickly! Hartford Partnership Program for Aging Education: https://ow.ly/qTzp50UNQZm
  • Healing Overflow with Dr. Toy - Podcast Resources
  • January 25, 2025: Pitt Social Work: In-person MSW (COSA Specialization Focused) Information Session. 10am. Cathedral of Learning. Register here: https://ow.ly/PrcS50UGkQq
  • Now Available! Flexible, Part-Time Online MSW Program! If you want to advance your career in social work or enter the field, Pitt School of Social Work’s new Part-Time Online MSW program could be what you’re looking for. Launching in the fall of 2025, our program will equip you with the skills to help address complex social issues impacting people in your community through flexible coursework that you can complete on your own schedule. Applications are open now. Visit our online program website for more information.
  • CANCELED: African X Asian event. But please join us for the Flourishing Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Communities and Beyond Symposium. January 24, 2025. 10am-6pm. 2017 Cathedral of Learning. Register here: https://ow.ly/INjy50UGkFt
  • SSWR 2025 Conference Presentation Details: Presentations at SSWR 2025 | School of Social Work
  • Be sure not miss to miss our MSW priority deadline of February 1st! Apply today: https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/admissions/msw-admissions
  • Celebrate Pongal, the ancient Tamil harvest festival, with us. Come explore Linguistic and Cultural Diversity, and hear from our diverse Tamil community. All are Welcome! Registration by January 20, via this form, is encouraged: https://ow.ly/iQ1s50UCxjx
  • Excellence in Social Work Practice Awards recognize Master’s students in the Pitt School of Social Work who demonstrate exemplary commitment to professional development. The awards are given to students completing specialized study and displaying outstanding potential as social workers. The generosity of alumni and friends of the School make the awards possible, including a small monetary recognition. Nominations close January 10th. https://ow.ly/uPqf50UrV9q
  • National Day of Racial Healing Program - January 21st
  • Pitt Social Work Alumni Speaker Series: Kyle Crawford (MSW ’12). Virtual Event. January 27, 2025. 6pm. Kyle Crawford is a strategist with nearly two decades of experience studying and working with movements and organizations. RSVP here: https://ow.ly/CliQ50UpbEG
  • Pitt School of Social Work 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: MSW alumna Madeline Rigatti owns MJ Eclectic, a handmade goods & vintage shop located within the Lawrenceville Market House (4112 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201). They specialize in handmade jewelry, locally made goods, and vintage finds. https://mjeclectic.com/
  • Pitt School of Social Work 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: MSW alumna Sharise Nance is the owner and founder of Vitamin C Healing, and she helps organizations prevent Leadership Burnout and Compassion Fatigue using a trauma sensitive and systems approach to create a supportive work culture that prioritizes work life harmony. See her online shop here: https://www.sharisenance.com/shop
  • Pitt School of Social Work 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: MSW student Zora Borde-Perry is a 19-year-old African American college student majoring in social work. "I am the author of "Reflections in Rhythm", a music guided journal designed to guide individuals on a transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and self-love through introspection and the power of music. Each page pairs a song with 3 thought-provoking prompts, encouraging the reader to explore their emotions, confront their shadows, and celebrate their unique journey. I’ve done this with artists like Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, Jill Scott, Beyoncé, Solange, Doechii, Kendrick, Ari Lennox, Mereba, Kali Uchis and Tyler the Creator . In total there are 60 songs and 180 prompts to choose from. This journal provides a safe space for reflection and growth, helping readers uncover their truths and nurture their inner world. With a focus on self-care and emotional wellness, it is an empowering tool for those looking to reconnect with themselves." Buy on Amazon: https://ow.ly/ua6850Us9lh
  • 2025 AAPI Mental Health Symposium Call for Presenters We invite you to submit abstracts for the 2025 AAPI symposium scheduled for January 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in 2017 Cathedral of Learning. This symposium provides an opportunity to showcase innovative research, share valuable insights, and foster collaboration within our academic and professional community. The deadline for abstract submission is December 30, 2024. All submissions will undergo a review process, and notifications of acceptance will be sent by January 6, 2025. We look forward to your contributions and participation! https://ow.ly/XhAY50UrUOo
  • Join us for Chai Chats, a Fulbright Networking Event at the University of Pittsburgh! Explore the beautiful Indian and Asian Nationality Rooms, engage in meaningful conversations, and connect with peers and professionals over chai. RSVP by December 18th: https://tinyurl.com/ChaiChatPittsburgh
  • Would you like to do some holiday shopping while also supporting Pitt School of Social Work students and alumni? Please check out our 2024 holiday gift guide to find some unique products that are created by our SSW community! https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/news/2024-holiday-gift-guide
  • ICYMI December Alumni Speaker Series: From Social Work to Birthwork: India Renae Hunter discusses her decision to pursue a joint MSW/MPH degree, how she got into doula work, and what her day looks like as a Public Health Analyst at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fENVmjCK3bw
  • 2025 Excellence in Social Work Practice Awards! Excellence in Social Work Practice Awards recognize Master’s students in the Pitt School of Social Work who demonstrate exemplary commitment to professional development. Nominations close January 10th. Read more: https://ow.ly/616p50UpafK
  • CRSP and CEIR Launch the Black Pittsburgh Satisfaction and Retention Survey
  • Pitt Social Work associate professor James Huguley has transformed his scholarly work on race and human development into Parent Heart Inc., an evidence-based company supporting African American parents. https://ow.ly/gjJf50Uj2wV
  • Now hiring! The School of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a dynamic and organized Research Grant Administration Manager to join our team. Apply now! https://ow.ly/OAC550Ug5wp
  • Virtual Fellowship Information Session. December 3, 2024. 4-5pm. Learn about fellowship opportunities for the 2025/2026 academic year. Get information on the Behavioral Health Scholars Program for graduating MSW students. Register here: https://ow.ly/wWKp50UeVmF
  • Pitt Social Work Alumni Speaker Series: India Renae Hunter (MSW ’20) December 3, 2024. 6pm. Virtual Event. RSVP here: https://ow.ly/Kq4E50U9q97
  • Allies for Health + Wellbeing through its annual Free For All, is seeking nominations for Bright Young People who are moving the conversation in Pittsburgh forward, particularly when it comes to equity and inclusion. Deadline: Dec. 13, 2024. https://ow.ly/QKTh50U4p0Z
  • November 21, 2024: Graduate Financial Aid Presentation. 3pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/YxvB50U4pjz
  • The Pitt School of Social Work and the Pennsylvania Association of School Social Work Personnel hosted a conference, "The 3 R’s of School Social Work: Roles, Responsibilities, and Reflection," on campus on November 4th. https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/news/passwp-conference-held-pitt
  • This event is designed for prospective MSW students and provides an opportunity to visit our campus and learn more about the program. November 16th 10am-2pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/B5Pf50TNJCF
  • Healing Overflow with Dr. Toy Podcast - "Happy Holidays?"
  • RSVP: Beyond Safety in the Classroom: Transformative Approaches to Addressing Power and Violence in Education
  • Four Pitt School of Social Work doctoral students are on the job market this fall: Cecily Davis, Bianca De Bellis, C. Bailey Nichols, and Emil K. Smith. The students featured here would be a strong addition to any institution’s research, teaching, community engagement, and social justice work. Read more about them here. https://ow.ly/tVrl50U4oGZ
  • The CREL Fellowship, led by Dr. Aliya Durham, is Cultivating Leaders for Social Justice and Community Engagement | School of Social Work
  • Dr. Zuly Inirio — YWCA Greater Pittsburgh Equity Awardee
  • Healing Overflow with Dr. Toy Clip: Ask a Therapist: Questions Answered! - YouTube
  • Election Day is Tuesday, November 4th from 7am-8pm in Pennsylvania. Verify your polling place: https://iwillvote.com/
  • Conversations for Change: A Discourse and Dialogue Series - October 29th
  • SSW & PASSWP are hosting: The 3 R’s of School Social Work: Roles, Responsibilities, and Reflection. Monday, November 4, 2024. 8 to 4 pm. William Pitt Union. 6 CE Credits & Act 48 can be earned (including Suicide Prevention & Ethics)Register: https://passwp.com/events/the-3-rs-of-school-social-worker-roles-respon…
  • Read about the amazing and impactful work of our School of Social Work faculty, staff, students, and alumni as we look back over the year at some of the School's accomplishments! https://ow.ly/GYZX50TUBtW
  • Pitt Falls Event - October 23rd
  • Today is the LAST DAY to register to vote in Pennsylvania! Check your voter registration and make sure you are registered. You can register here: https://ow.ly/NP9B50TQg1k
  • Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh - Call for Diverse Art (Due October 20th)
  • Healing Overflow with Dr. Toy - Ask a Therapist: Questions Answered!
  • This event is designed for prospective MSW students and provides an opportunity to visit our campus and learn more about the program. November 16th 10am-2pm. Register here: https://ow.ly/euas50TNJCH
  • 2024 Dr. Larry E. Davis Black Excellence in the Academy Award Dinner
  • PhD and Faculty Publication Spotlight: Does Working Full-Time Guarantee Hospital Service Workers’ Material Well-Being? A Latent Class Regression Analysis
  • Webinar: Electoral Activism: The Urgency is Now! Wednesday, October 16 2024, from 3:00 – 4:30 PM (ET). Join three leaders of the non-partisan National Social Work Mobilization Campaign (Voting is Social Work). CEUs Available. Register Here: https://ow.ly/oMbH50THRN0
  • Stay involved and engaged this election season with our list of voter resources. Voting IS Social Work! Find resources here: https://ow.ly/eBSO50TFZCa
  • Alumni Speaker Series. September 30, 2024: Michael Dubinski (MSW '21): MSW to JD: Making the Case. 6-7pm. RSVP here: ow.ly/1Yty50Tq8tl
  • Everything you need to know for Election Day on Nov. 5! https://ow.ly/eUC850Twnt2
  • Beyond the Symptoms: Addressing Racism as a Root Cause of Health Inequity - Registration
  • RECI Fall Cohort for Current Pitt Faculty, Staff and Students - Registration
  • Faculty Publication Spotlight: Sleep quality and cognitive functioning among Chinese older adults living in the US: A mixed-effects model analysis
  • Faculty Publication Spotlight: Relationship Quality Among Persons with Serious Mental Illness and Their Relatives: Rates and Correlates
  • Mindful Connections for Black Families (MCBF) program - Enrolling Now
  • Race &...Conference 2024 Registration

 

 

  • PhD Student Publication Spotlight: Using US Army unit suicide-related serious incident reports (SR-SIRs) to identify predictors for suicidal ideations and suicide attempts
  • Alumni Speaker Series. September 30, 2024: Michael Dubinski (MSW '21): MSW to JD: Making the Case. 6-7pm. RSVP here: https://ow.ly/1Yty50Tq8tl
  • Learn more about our top-ranked MSW program and transform your world! Tuesday September 24, 2024 6:00pm-7:15pm. Register for the MSW Virtual Information Session: https://ow.ly/iJ9550ToClC
  • .@AgeFriendlyPGH is recruiting students for the Age-Friendly Scholars program! Scholars will learn how to apply an aging lens to their fields of study and future careers. They will receive a $3,000 stipend for the year. To learn more and apply, go to: tinyurl.com/AgeFriendlyScholars2024-2025.
  • In the season 3 debut of Let's Talk Social Innovation, Ian Kehinde interviews the incredible Dr. Toya Jones of the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work. They talk through her colorful upbringing, what made her choose social work, and lastly, they touch on education for mental wellbeing of disadvantaged communities." Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yh-1HZIlII
  • Webinar: PA Keystone Link Coalition: Elder & Animal Abuse. Sep 23, 2024 12:00 PM with Dr. Mary Rauktis Register: ow.ly/P5QQ50T12AY
  • Join us on September 25th at 5 pm for the 2024 Momeyer Lecture featuring Dr. Josie Badger for her talk titled, "Inclusive Policy and Systemic Change: The Critical Role of Disabled Voices and Allies" Register Here: ow.ly/4BWx50T1vyT
  • Welcome to our new students! We hope you enjoyed orientation last week. You can check out photos from the events on our Flickr page: https://ow.ly/5TEv50T6LzV
  • Join us on September 25th at 5 pm for the 2024 Momeyer Lecture featuring Dr. Josie Badger for her talk titled, "Inclusive Policy and Systemic Change: The Critical Role of Disabled Voices and Allies" Register Here: ow.ly/4BWx50T1vyT
  • Nev Jones receives $3.48 million dollar NIMH grant to study Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers! Dr. Jones has been awarded a NIMH R01 as multiple-primary-investigator in collaboration with Dr. Josh Breslau (RAND). Read more: https://ow.ly/T9fq50T6xHk