Social Work News

Nov 9, 2016

The Department of Social Work Hosts First Annual Homecoming Celebration

On Friday, October 28th, Department of Social Work at NC State held its First Annual Homecoming Celebration and Open House. The free event, which was hosted in the Atrium of the historic 1911 building and co-sponsored by the Social Work Advisory Board, included hors d’oeuvres and NC State’s famous Howling Cow Ice Cream. Those in…

Sep 21, 2016

Social Work Alumna Presents Problems With Prison System

An NC State alumna presented in Talley Student Union on Monday evening “Why Prison is Personal and Political,” an event highlighting the impact of incarceration on women. The event was jointly hosted by the NC State Women’s Center and the Department of Social Work. Miea Walker, who has a master’s degree in social work from…

Aug 8, 2016

Fulbright Winner Headed to Mexico

One of seven NC State students to earn a competitive Fulbright grant this year, Emma Cathell will spend 9-10 months teaching English to students at a school or university in Mexico. Cathell's role will also include serving as a cultural ambassador for the United States.

Aug 1, 2016

Drawing from His Own Past, Student Aims to Help Others Fight Addiction

More than four years after arriving in Raleigh homeless and addicted to heroin, Jesse Bennett is clean. He’s married. He’s a father. He’s a college student. Pursuing a bachelor of social work at NC State, Bennett says his quest toward a diploma isn’t only about continuing his recovery. It’s about helping others.

Jun 28, 2016

Social Work Alumna Highlight: Sgt. Renae Lockhart, MSW

(Featured image, Sgt, Lockhart (right) with MSW intern at the Raleigh Police Department – North District) Sgt. Renae Lockhart, MSW, a graduate of the NC State Department of Social Work BSW (2002) and MSW (2011) programs was interviewed for our alumni highlight. Lockhart serves as a police officer with the Raleigh Police Department as well…

May 25, 2016

Retired Faculty Honored at Brunch

Retired Humanities and Social Sciences faculty reconnected and reminisced on May 19 at a brunch honoring their service to the college.

May 9, 2016

Masters Students Present Capstone Projects

On April 21, the Department of Social Work hosted a poster session in Caldwell Lounge.  Advanced-year social work students presented conference-style posters describing their year-long capstone projects, which included needs assessments and evaluations of social work interventions.  One student or group from each section of SW 590 delivered a podium presentation.  Podium presenters included Betsy…

Apr 26, 2016

Social Work Students Present at Undergraduate Research Symposium

On April 20th, 2016, students from many disciplines across campus presented their research at the 25th Annual NC State Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium. Several of the Department of Social Work’s BSW students also presented their research.  For more information about undergraduate research opportunities, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website. Please use this link…

Apr 20, 2016

Staff Celebrated, Thanked at Annual Event

The college held its annual Awards for Excellence luncheon April 19 to recognize and celebrate Humanities and Social Sciences staff. Seven staff members were nominated by their peers or supervisors for the college's 2016 Awards for Excellence. Nominations were based on achievement in outstanding service, innovation, public service, safety, heroism and human relations. During the luncheon, the college also recognized noted staff members who have reached milestone years in their careers with the state.

Apr 20, 2016

Advanced-Year MSW students Present Research/Evaluation Findings at the 11th Annual Graduate Research Symposium

(Above) MSW student Leelynn Pinon (second from left) poses in front of her research poster with fellow MSW students.  On March 23, 2016, seven advanced-year MSW students presented their research/evaluation findings at the 11th Annual Graduate Research Symposium.  The following students presented individually during the Symposium: K. Leelynn Pinion, Patty Adams, Jasmin Ahluwalia. Group research presentation: Justine Tsao (team…