Students who reported higher levels of school connectedness showed lower levels of aggressive behaviors and depression six years later, Rutgers Adrian Gale and Lenna Nepomnyaschy researchers find.
One of the keys to becoming a successful social worker is learning to navigate the complexities of human behavior and interpersonal relationships. Having a strong foundation built upon the mastery of interpersonal skills is a critical part of social work education. That’s why Rutgers School of Social Work created the Direct Practice Immersion Sequence, a series of two courses that every MSW student is required to take during their first year of study.
Professor Michael LaSala discusses his research interests and how they are grounded in inclusion, intersectionality, diversity, equity and advancement (IIDEA) with MSW student and IIDEA research assistant Calvin Ryan.
Rutgers School of Social Work is pleased to welcome five new faculty members to campus this fall. We asked each of them to identify five meaningful objects in their homes and offices.
Field education is an integral part of each student's journey. Rutgers School of Social Work's field education program is based upon educational policies and standards established by the Council on Social Work Education and provides practical learning opportunities that serve as a foundation for students to become successful practitioners. MSW students spend 1,125 hours in the field working alongside professional social workers while being supervised by experienced field instructors.
The Social Work Policy Network sends weekly resources regarding national & local legislature, events, as well as media.
Associate Professor of Professional Practice Rebecca Davis, Ph. D., MSW, LCSW is a Representative to the UN for the International Association of Schools of Social Work and Board Member for the Working Group on Girls (UN/NGO). She explains the importance of observing Human Rights Day and what social workers can do to support this year's emphasis on honoring girls' rights as human rights.
Living with HIV is a unique experience for every person; having this infection cannot be categorized in a single story. One’s journey living with HIV is remarkable; therefore, telling their story from a single story lens would be a disservice to them.
The Social Work Policy Network sends weekly resources regarding national & local legislature, events, as well as media.
In this edition you'll read about our most recent class of graduates, the exciting new editions to our faculty, and learn about some of the amazing work of social workers across New Jersey and beyond.