Teaching recognized for excellence
Our world-class faculty creates an exciting, enriched and empowered space for learning, research and service—nine members have been honored with the UW Distinguished Teaching Award and 12 were elected to the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare. Highly diverse and widely recognized, our faculty bring a scientific perspective to some of the most pressing social issues of our day, along with a deep commitment to nurturing culturally competent and skilled social work professionals.
Mary Grembowski Staff Recognition Award - call for nominations
Each spring nominations for the Mary Grembowski Staff Recognition Award are solicited from the School of Social Work community.
Faculty & Staff News
Honoring alum Jim “White Fox” Bates
Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a dinner honoring Elder Jim “White Fox” Bates, one of the first Native Americans to graduate from the UW School of Social Work with his MSW degree in 1964.
Aliyah Vinikoor celebrated for MSW program leadership
Aliyah Vinikoor—assistant director for the MSW program—is leaving the School of Social Work for another position at the UW. Her last day is February 29.
Khatami “Tami” Chau joins the Office of Student Services
Please extend a warm welcome to Khatami “Tami” Chau who joined the Office of Student Services on January 22 as its temporary program coordinator.