LEXINGTON, KY (April 18, 2024) – At the University of Kentucky, Tracy Garret’s return to college is a narrative of transformation. At 54, Garret is not the traditional student one might expect to see in a Bachelor of Social Work program. Her journey is unique, her resolve unshakable, and her story interlaced with moments of deep personal change. “I’ve bled blue since I knew what that meant,” Garret said with a sense of nostalgia and determination. “It’s always been my dream to have a degree from UK. At one time, I thought that was completely out of reach for me, but now I see the light at the ..read more

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 18, 2024) — Two University of Kentucky students and one local citizen have received UK’s highest honor for humanitarian efforts — the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award. Established by the New York Southern Society in 1925 and named for its first president, Algernon Sydney Sullivan, the award recognizes those “who exhibit Sullivan’s ideals of heart, mind and conduct as evince a spirit of love for and helpfulness to other men and women.” After the society closed, the award has lived on through the Sullivan Foundation and is given at several universities in the South. At UK, th ..read more

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 17, 2024) — On Thursday, April 18, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) will hold the 22nd Annual Irma Sarett Rosenstein Lecture. This year’s event, featuring journalist and columnist Juan Williams, will take place at 8 a.m. in the Gatton Student Center (Grand Ballroom AB). The lecture is named for Lexington social worker Irma Sarett Rosenstein. Until her passing in 2015, she led the fight against social injustice in Central Kentucky. The lecture, intended to celebrate Rosenstein’s remarkable legacy, will feature a na ..read more

Lexington, KY (April 17, 2024) – The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Showcase of DSW (Doctorate of Social Work) Scholars. This prestigious event, set to take place virtually from April 22-24, 2024, will gather leading DSW scholars to present on a range of contemporary social work practice issues. This year’s showcase will feature insightful presentations on the latest theories, interventions, and approaches designed to tackle current challenges within the field. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to earn up to 15 continuing edu ..read more

Lexington, Ky. — The University of Kentucky (UK) marked the 30th Sarah Bennett Holmes Award Luncheon at the UK Gatton Student Center Ballrooms on March 27, honoring women’s contributions across the university in academia and beyond.  The theme for this year’s event was “New Era of You”. Keynote speaker Dr. Trisha Clements-Montgomery, dean of students at UK, explored the significance of entering a new era, referencing pivotal times including the Victorian Era, Elizabethan Era, the “Queen B Era,” and Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour”. She reflected on the cultural impact of these eras, noting the ..read more

During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Tara Pulaski, program coordinator for the Citizen Review Panels (CRP) and Children’s Justice Act Task Force (CJA) took the time to answer a Q&A about how these programs support children and families in the Commonwealth. CoSW: As the Program Coordinator for the Citizen Review Panels and Children’s Justice Act Task Force, share an overview of each program:  Pulaski: Kentucky has nine regionally based Citizen Review Panels (CRPs), providing coverage to the entire state. CRPs are grassroots volunteer groups that work to improve our communities ..read more

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 5, 2024) — On April 12, 2024, the United States Army and the  University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) will honor 30 graduating officers during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, acknowledging the officers’ successful completion of the Army-UK Master of Social Work (MSW) program.  This graduating cohort comprises 27 Active Duty Army officers, two Air Force officers, and one Army National Guard officer. Following their graduation, these social workers will embark on post-graduate internships at facilities associated with the Army, Air Fo ..read more

Lexington, KY – This April, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) calls upon social work practitioners to join the fight against child abuse by participating in focused Continuing Education (CE) courses.  Aligning with CoSW’s mission of education and service, the Office of Professional Development and Continuing Education (OPDCE) provides life-long learning opportunities for social workers and other helping professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills and meet state licensing requirements.   The OPDCE provides high-quality, relevant, and evidence-based ..read more

LEXINGTON, Ky. — This April, the College of Social Work (CoSW) unites with communities throughout the country to commemorate National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This crucial initiative emphasizes collaborative efforts within communities to offer children and families significant, effective support. It’s especially focused on providing essential assistance to families facing difficult circumstances, underlining the collective commitment to nurturing and safeguarding our children’s well-being. Child neglect is the most common form of child maltreatment. According to the latest national data ..read more

LEXINGTON, Ky. — For 40 years, March has been officially designated as National Professional Social Work Month. During the month of March, the University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) celebrated the extensive reach of social work across various societal dimensions with the launch of its campaign, “Social Work is Everywhere.” This year-long campaign is more than just a statement, it’s a reality that resonates with everyone, including those who may not yet realize their connection to it. This initiative aims to elevate the visibility of social work, showcasing how social workers play ..read more