SWAA Alumni-Student Mentoring Program 

The SWAA Alumni-Student Mentoring Program pairs current students with alumni for one-on-one guidance. As a mentor, you’ll help students navigate challenges, build connections, and unlock new opportunities in their academic and career journey.

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Who can be an Alumni Mentor?

  • Graduates of the UK College of Social Work looking to stay engaged with the college community
  • Passionate about supporting students in their personal and professional growth
  • Able to commit to consistent engagement (minimum of one connection per month)
  • Willing to share guidance, expand networks, and offer career insight
  • Available to participate during the Spring semester (January–April), when the mentorship program takes place
Interested in Becoming a Mentor or Mentee?

“The mentoring program is an opportunity to mutually share one’s being, knowledge, and experience to reinforce and make the profession stronger and to make one another stronger”

Dr. Willis Bright CoSW Mentor and BASW class of 1966

Join our Practicum Education Partner Network

Our alumni and community partners play a critical role in shaping the future of social work and criminal justice.
As practicum site partners, they help prepare highly skilled, workforce-ready students who go on to serve communities across the nation.

If you’re interested in partnering with our Practicum Education team, learn more below and take the first step toward joining our network.

SWAA Executive Advisory Committee

Members of the Alumni Advisory Committee offer mentorship for current students, enhance engagement among fellow graduates, and support the growth and impact of the social work and criminal justice professions.

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TODAY’S GIFT. TOMORROW’S IMPACT.

We could not do what we do without the support of our CoSW Community. Your support fuels real change. Every gift helps us grow programs, advance research, support our students and turn bold ideas into lasting impact.

Make your gift today and be part of what comes next.

“Thanks to the generous support from alumni, I was able to pursue my degree without the overwhelming burden of student debt.”

Jordin Williams BACJ class of 2025