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 a crucial role in creating support and change in society.
UK CoSW spent the month with its community, including faculty, staff, students, and alumni, engaging in meaningful conversations about the transformative field of social work. Take a look back at how the CoSW celebrated the social work community at athletic events, hospitals, innovative conferences, and more.
The University of Kentucky College of Social Work kicked off National Social Work Month on March 1, hosting the Kentucky Association of Social Work Educators (KASWE) 2024 Spring Conference. The theme for the meeting was, ‘Social Work is Everywhere,’ celebrating the dynamic field of social work.
CoSW students, faculty, and staff converged with policymakers and activists at the State Capitol to partake in the 2024 Social Work Lobby Day event on March 5. This assembly highlighted the essential roles of social workers, educators, and scholars in shaping public policy and fostering community engagement.
On March 6, the CoSW came together with its alumni to support the UK Men’s Basketball team in the final home game of the season. The Social Work Alumni Association (SWAA) provided alumni a number of complimentary tickets, with 32 CoSW alumni coming together to watch a Wildcat victory as UK defeated Vanderbilt, 93-77.
The CoSW and Dr. Justin “Jay” Miller, Dean and Dorothy A. Miller Research Professor in Social Work Education of CoSW invited all faculty, staff, and alumni to College of Social Work Day at Kentucky Proud Park as the Wildcats run-ruled the Georgia Bulldogs, 12-2, in seven innings.
NASW CEO Dr. Anthony Estreet sat down with Dr. Jay Miller, to talk about the Social Work is Everywhere campaign and the importance of promoting the profession.
UK marked the 30th Sarah Bennett Holmes Award Luncheon at the UK Gatton Student Center, honoring women’s contributions across the university in academia and beyond.