
Social Work Five: Five Questions for Mason Beckhom
Mason Beckhom is featured in this edition of Social Work Five!
Mason Beckhom is featured in this edition of Social Work Five!
Recipients are chosen for their advancement of the nephrology social work profession and improving the lives of kidney patients and family through research, presentations and programming development.
Hear from MSW student Willie Lee Cook in the next installment of Social Work Five
The award recognizes exceptional junior faculty who excel in outstanding research and demonstrate scholarly activity. Winners must be relatively early in their career and demonstrate considerable contributions to their research fields.
Hear from our new COSW Student Senator, Kevin Rivera
Kim's grant funds an 18-month study titled "Underemployment in the U.S.: Its Distribution and Effects on Workers". As a co-principal investigator Kim will research with principal investigator Lonnie Golden, a professor of economics at Penn State Abington.
The College of Social Work's Interim Dean Teri Browne has been awarded the rank of Professor.
Colin Bauer was a musical performance major in college. But experiences at a summer camp for inner city youth and with the Peace Corps helped transform his life and career aspirations.
Hannah Buckner's knowledge of the social work field, advocacy and experiences have combined to give her a passion for listening and helping others by utilizing her talents and gifts.
Tamara Savage may not have initially studied or started her professional career in social work. But she now incorporates all her interests in an academic setting, while mentoring students who feel they have nowhere to turn for help.
Associate Dean of Faculty and Research Teri Browne has been named interim dean of the College of Social Work, effective August 1.
Recently retired alum Virginia White, MSW '94, spent more than two decades bringing together professionals and organizations to address the needs of the perinatal community, bring more awareness to services and resources, and helping clients become change agents in their community.
Over the last two years, Associate Professor Ben Roth has studied how school social workers can advocate for immigrant students and their families to eliminate barriers to equity.
The College of Social Work recently recognized two field instructors for their work and dedication to students' success as part of the field education practicum.
Agnes Nzomene Kahouo Foda reflected on how her personal immigration experiences influenced her decision to pursue a doctoral degree. These experiences and research goals helped her earn a trustee fellowship from the university.
The College of Social Work would like to recognize and congratulate each graduate of the MSW class of 2021.
The College of Social Work would like to recognize and congratulate each graduate of the BSW class of 2021.
While challenges and difficulties may stop some individuals from reaching their goals, Mysticka Robinson has used her struggles as motivation. Enduring more than most students, she is now only days away from receiving her Bachelor of Social Work degree.
Emily Zona believes her own mental health struggles can better help her clients. As she prepares to begin her social work career in a psychiatric program, Zona discusses some aspects of mental health, including the impact of COVID-19 and how it is perceived by society.
Mallorie Moore has overcome several obstacles and challenges in her life. As someone who did not have the best experiences with the child welfare system, she is looking forward to advocating and making a positive impact in the lives of others.
Daniela Salazar Restrepo's studies and experiences in law and human rights have been helpful during her time at the College of Social Work. She has also learned how aspects of social work and law can work together to solve problems and improve the lives of individuals and families.
Whitney Garland has overcome her share of obstacles during her four years at South Carolina. But those struggles have made her a stronger person and led her to become a mental health advocate around campus through actions and productive discussions.
Tamiah Anderson's leadership and excellence in the classroom and at her field placement are two qualities that make her an ideal representative of the Bachelor of Social Work program.
Jenna Cameron has been active in improving the lives of fellow students, serving others, and participating in community service projects throughout the UofSC campus.
Emily VanWiel's undergraduate degree in communications studies has been beneficial in her social work education. It has been especially helpful at her field placement in a labor and delivery unit where she works with clients from different social and economic situations.