Advances in Social Work is an open-access, online, peer-reviewed journal published by the Indiana University School of Social Work that addresses current issues, challenges, and responses facing social work research, practice, and education. Access the current issue or archived articles of Advances in Social Work here. While there, you can also register (free) to submit manuscripts, receive… Read more »
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SOCIALites: Terri Gee Passion for Helping Others and Improving the Community Set Her Up In a Career of Social Work
Terri Gee graduated from the IU School of Social in 2010 with Phi Alpha Honors. Terri says by being able to apply herself and applying critical concepts and theories, aided in her future career in social work. She has worked for New Hope of Indiana (NHI), Inc. for eight years and before that, she worked… Read more »
Community Partner Spotlight: Brooke’s Place
Brooke’s Place for Grieving Young People. Brooke’s Place provides support groups, therapy services, and community education to empower children, teens, young adults, and their families to thrive during grief. Brooke’s Place serves Central Indiana (Marion & surrounding counties). Partnering with IUSSW is mutually beneficial for our organization and for practicum students. The Brooke’s Place… Read more »
Advances in Social Work Summer 2021: Special Double Issue on Dismantling Racism in Social Work Education
Advances in Social Work is an open-access, online, peer-reviewed journal published by the Indiana University School of Social Work that addresses current issues, challenges, and responses facing social work research, practice, and education. Access the current issue or archived articles of Advances in Social Work here. While there, you can also register (free) to submit… Read more »
Update for Licensed Clinical Social Workers: SEA 82 Mental Health Diagnosis
SEA 82, Mental Health Diagnosis, permits masters level licensed professionals (LCSW, LCAC, LMHC, LMFT) to diagnose mental health disorders. SEA 82 requires certain mental health professionals who are making a mental health diagnosis and who determine that the patient may have a physical condition that requires medical attention or has not been examined by a… Read more »
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Thirteen IU School of Social Work students selected for 2021 Journey Fellowship for Students Program
The IU School of Social Work is proud to announce that 13 of its students were selected to be a part of the 2021 Journey Fellowship for Students Program. The Journey Fellowship Program is a unique opportunity for students to explore careers working with youth while becoming more grounded and confident in who they are…. Read more »
Alumni All-Star: Allie Medellin, MSW and BSW
Allie Medellin, MSW and BSW graduate from IU Bloomington in May 2014 and MSW graduate at IUPUI in 2015. I am the Assistant Director of Employer & Career Services with the School of Science at IUPUI. I have been working as an advisor in higher education for almost three years. Previously, I was a community-based… Read more »
Community Partner Spotlight: Oaklawn
Oaklawn provides mental health and addiction treatment for children, adolescents and adults in Elkhart and St. Joseph counties. Our specialized services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care. Our mission is to join with others on the journey toward health and wholeness – and journey is a key word…. Read more »
SOCIALite: Cynthia G. Veyna, A Passion for People and Social Change
Indiana University – Bloomington Bachelor of Social Work student Cynthia Veyna, selected social work as her career of choice because of her strong dedication to creating change, breaking generational curses, and helping individuals heal from trauma. Cynthia enjoys setting goals with others and being there to see them succeed and have the opportunity to work… Read more »