The critical role of social workers was recently highlighted on public radio show All IN. All IN is a live, statewide talk show about interesting things happening in Indiana, hosted by Mariam Sobh. The episode explores the crucial role social workers play in society, and a program that aims to grow their presence in public libraries…. Read more »
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John Keesler received 2021 Steven Reiss Research Award
It is my great honor to tell you John Keesler received NADD’s 2021 Steven Reiss Research Award! NADD is the National Association for the Dually Diagnosed whose mission is to “promote leadership in the expansion of knowledge, training, policy, and advocacy for mental health practices that promote a quality life for individuals with dual diagnosis… Read more »
IUB MSW Students Serve the Community of Washington County
IUB MSW students from Dr. Keesler’s section of S683: Community-based Practice participated in the Washington County Wellness Fair held on Saturday, November 13 in Salem, IN. Coordinated by the Center for Rural Engagement, this event helped to bridge the gap in health care for rural citizens and provided students inter-professional practice experience alongside students from… Read more »
SOCIALite: IU School of Social Work Alumna Supports Those with Mental Health Conditions as a Unit Therapist
Master of Social Work alumna, Angela Whereatt, was initially drawn to social work because of her desire to help veterans and those who are experiencing life struggles. Angela’s husband has been deployed with the United States Marine Corps and Angela was able to see firsthand how friends and fellow marines were struggling to adjust back… Read more »
SOICALite: IU School of Social Work Alumna Fights to Make Indianapolis Safe for All Communities
IU School of Social Work BSW (‘16) and MSW (‘17) graduate, Rosie Bryant, initially pursued a bachelor’s degree in nursing because her mother, along with others, felt that her willingness to help people would make her a good nurse. However, Rosie was not sure if it was the right profession for her. When Rosie began… Read more »
SOCIALite: Shanelle Brown Best’s Positive Encounter with a Social Worker Inspired Her to Pursue a Career in Social Work
IU South Bend Master of Social Work 2016 Direct Program graduate, Shanelle L. Brown Best, started her journey with social work at an early age. As a daughter of two parents who struggled with mental health and addictions, Shanelle encountered a social worker who stepped into her life while she was a young girl. That… Read more »
SOICALite: Amy Kirby’s Unique Graduate School Experience Sets her up for a Career in Social Work
Master of Social Work 2020 graduate, Amy Kirby, had a unique graduate school experience completing her degree over 6,000 miles away on a military base in Japan. Amy’s spouse serves in the US Marine Corps, causing Kirby to relocate to Japan and complete her degree from her laptop. Amy’s experience completing her Master of Social… Read more »
SOCIALite: Elizabeth Horton’s Unique Graduate Student Experience Set Her Up for Success as a Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker
2018 Master of Social Work graduate, Elizabeth Horton, had a very different experience compared to most graduate students. Elizabeth played semi-professional basketball in Germany, while also completing her Master of Social Work degree from her laptop. Thanks to Elizabeth’s ability to complete her degree online, it allowed for her to be immersed into unique practicum… Read more »
SOCIALite: Kelly Griffin’s Family Experiences Fuel her Passion to Advocate for Social and Criminal Justice Reform
Kelly Griffin, a Master of Social Work student at IU South Bend, was initially inspired to pursue a career in the social work field early in her life due to the experiences of her family. Before Kelly was born, her mother chose to leave her home in Louisiana due to the racism and hate towards marginalized… Read more »
SOCIALite: Jodie Kay Gaines’ Experience with Military Combat Veterans Motivates her to Help Disabled Veterans and their Families
Indiana University-South Bend Master of Social Work student, Jodie Kay Gaines, always had a passion for helping people but did not find her way to the field of social work until she met her husband. Gaines’ husband is a disabled combat veteran who endured many service-connected injuries, including the effects from both Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder… Read more »