Humans of the U: Erica Gebbia
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“I want to be the person I needed when I was younger—the role model I didn’t have.”
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Hope on the other side of tragedy: A social worker’s role in organ transplant services
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Sam Dewey’s experience in the field of organ donation underscores the range of opportunities available within social work and the value of staying open to nontraditional paths.
Read MoreStudents jump starting behavioral health careers with apprenticeships
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To further bridge the gap from classroom concepts to proficient practice, the College of Social Work offers paid apprenticeships to Substance Use Disorder Treatment Training Certificate Program graduates.
Read MoreUsing AI to train future social workers
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The Virtual Social Work Trainer is a project seven years in the making.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Allysa Sullivan
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“It’s really meaningful to share with my community the things I am learning as part of my degree.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Meghan Broadbent
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“Ultimately, all I’ve ever really wanted to do is help people by using my skills with data and statistics to make a lasting, positive impact on society.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Jared Gomez
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“The relationship between SLCC’s honors program and the University of Utah’s Honor’s College helped bridge my experience between the schools when I transferred to the U in 2023.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Yitong Xin
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“I was drawn to the values of social work, which align with my belief in empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to break the cycle of generational struggles.”
Read MoreYour therapist wants you to go outside
Spending time in nature—even as little as 10 minutes—can yield short-term benefits for adults with mental illness.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Kobe Jeppesen
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“I want to continue my education because getting my master’s degree will really allow me to specialize in my field.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Ariel Richer
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“Community-based research works by acknowledging the different power structures at play and working to empower people who are marginalized.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Alyssa Pretty On Top
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“Coming to college is better than I could have imagined with all the resources I have access to.”
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