The School of Social Work at The University of Georgia

Jeff Yarvis: The Good Fight - Georgia Magazine Jeff Yarvis served 34 years in the Army, retiring as a colonel. He earned a PhD at UGA and his work focuses on PTSD in active-duty service members and vets.

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A UGA MSW degree is closer than you think! Register for our MSW Gwinnett Info Session: https://forms.office.com/r/Y3ETP1zGTd March 19, 2026 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm EST at the UGA Gwinnett Campus: 2530 Sever Rd., Lawrenceville, GA 30043.

Join us for our next CEU event on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in person at the School of Social Work building and on Zoom. $25 and $4 for parking. PCOS, Trauma, and Child Safety. Enter $25 at the link to register: https://estore.uga.edu/C27063_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=654&SINGLESTORE=true

Fall 2026 MSW Applications are still open! The MSW Standard Application Deadline is March 20, 2026, for Athens, Gwinnett, and Online programs. Apply today: https://ssw.uga.edu/degrees-programs/msw/admissions/

On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a message from Dr. Llewellyn Cornelius, Donald L. Hollowell Distinguished Professor of Social Justice and Civil Rights, and Director of our Center for Social Justice, Human and Civil Rights.

At #SSWR2026 this week, we're joined by Jennifer Noel, a third-year student at the University of Georgia majoring in Psychology, who is presenting alongside Assistant Professor Gaurav Sinha. University of Georgia Society for Social Work and Research

UGA honored with national Carnegie classification for community engagement - UGA Today The prestigious recognition spotlights the University of Georgia's service partnerships and statewide impact.

"The Clarke Middle Health Center offers an innovative service-learning and practicum clinic site for medical, law and social work students working collectively to close gaps in health care for school district students, families and staff." https://ow.ly/qH3850XW7eU

The UGA School of Social Work will be at the Society for Social Work and Research Annual Conference this week, January 14-18, in Washington, D.C.! Click this link to view a full guide of all of our faculty and student presenters: https://ow.ly/sZiC50XVBmu

Nearly half of college students have tried CBD products, according to new research from Jennie Pless, a doctoral student in the UGA School of Social Work.

https://news.uga.edu/1-in-4-college-students-use-cbd-monthly/

The faculty, staff, and students of the University of Georgia School of Social Work wish you a warm and festive holiday season!

We’re excited to bring a full, 5-day EMDR Basic Training to campus in collaboration with EMDR Consulting! January 5–9, 2026, at the UGA School of Social Work building in Athens, GA. Registration closes December 25 at 11:59 PM. https://linktr.ee/ugasocialwork

Meet the hard workers, risk-takers, and culture-shapers of this year's social work Bulldog 100 — the top 100 fastest-growing organizations owned or led by UGA alumni. Betsy Mejias, MSW'09, is the owner of The Abundant Life Institute, which provides mental health counseling in Winder, Georgia.

Meet the hard workers, risk-takers, and culture-shapers of this year's social work Bulldog 100 — the top 100 fastest-growing organizations owned or led by UGA alumni. Jamie Lackey, MSW '02, is the owner/CEO of Helping Mamas Inc., which provides essential baby items and period products to families.

We’re excited to bring a full, 5-day EMDR Basic Training to campus in collaboration with EMDR Consulting! January 5–9, 2026, at the UGA School of Social Work building in Athens, GA. Registration closes December 25 at 11:59 PM. https://linktr.ee/ugasocialwork

Congratulations to Hee Yun Lee, Professor and Director of the Institute for Nonprofit Organizations at the University of Georgia School of Social Work, who has been selected for the 2026 class of fellows of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (AASWSW). https://ow.ly/vz7g50XFRJk

Debt stress can ruin the holidays, especially for young adults. How to handle it A researcher at University of Georgia says managing debt and setting financial boundaries can reduce gift-giving stress and lead to a happier holiday season.

Gaurav Sinha, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia’s School of Social Work, says there exists an intricate connection between mental health and financial well-being, particularly in young adults.

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@ugasocialwork.bsky.social is hiring 2 open-rank tenure-track faculty w/joint appointments in our new School of Medicine in: (1) digital mental health, & (2) digital behavioral health for substance use disorders. Learn more about these positions & apply here: www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/460...

As Caitlin Grdinich nears the end of her final semester in the dual MPH/MSW program at the University of Georgia School of Social Work, she will also soon finish nearly half a decade of service to the Athens area with Campus Kitchen at UGA.
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UGA’s unified approach to economic development drives Georgia forward - UGA Today Innovation, outreach and workforce development anchor the University of Georgia's statewide economic impact.

In 2024, UGA generated $8.4 billion in economic activity statewide. The university’s economic development work has led to thousands of jobs created or retained, millions in capital investment and business growth, stronger communities and more resilient local economies!
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Congratulations to Professor Kristina Jaskyte and Thomas P. Holland Distinguished Professor Hee Yun Lee, who are included in the 2025 Stanford University–Elsevier World’s Top 2% Scientists List. https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/8

Technology use may keep older adults healthier Older adults who use smartphones and computers are more socially engaged than their less tech-savvy peers, according to new UGA research.

Older adults face a high risk of isolation, especially after they retire. A recent study from the University of Georgia suggests smartphones, computers and tablets may help older adults stay connected. https://news.uga.edu/tech-use-linked-to-better-social-health/

UGA research discovers new directions for rural healthcare access for immigrants Research shows that residents of rural America face more challenges when trying to access healthcare than urban dwelling people.

Dr. Yingying Zeng recently published a review of existing studies on healthcare access for immigrant people living in rural America.
https://www.wuga.org/local-news/2025-10-25/uga-research-discovers-new-directions-for-rural-healthcare-access-for-immigrants

This past year has been marked by extraordinary growth, impactful achievements, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. Thanks to the support of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni and friends, we continue to ascend to new heights in teaching, research, and service. https://t.uga.edu/4qoMpCP

Congratulations to Dr. Maurice C. Daniels, Dean Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of the UGA School of Social Work, who has been selected for the 2025 class of NASW Social Work Pioneers. NASW https://ow.ly/nYNN50XaIw8

New Master’s Degree Offerings Combine Business and Social Work - School of Social Work The University of Georgia’s School of Social Work and the Terry College of Business have launched two programs centered on social innovation: an MBA-MSW and an MBA-Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management & Leadership.

Two new “stackable” degree programs — an MBA-MSW and an MBA-Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management & Leadership (MA NML) — combine the expertise of two of the nation’s leading schools in their fields. University of Georgia Terry College of Business University of Georgia
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On May 17th, unite to honor those struggling mentally, remember lost lives to suicide, and promote healing in our community. Let’s join in solidarity— because suicide is a preventable death. We can break the silence together, spark hope, and save lives.

Behind the Scenes at UGA’s School of Social Work: Virtual Tour YouTube video by UGA SocialWork

Come along as we take you on a tour of the UGA Social Work building, one of the most unique and historic locations on campus, from its accessible facilities and cozy common areas to its scenic classrooms and river deck.

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Being born into poverty negatively affects children’s behavior Children born into poor families are more likely to act out. But children from well off families misbehave when raised in poor neighborhoods.

"When children are very young, children and their families are highly affected by the lack of safety and resources, such as access to daycare, quality education, and stable jobs, in poor neighborhoods." -Soobin Kim, UGA's School of Social Work postdoctoral researcher.

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Engage Magazine - 2024: The UGA School of Social Work Magazine of Transformative Action The UGA School of Social Work magazine dedicated to how we are turning the principles of social justice into action.

The latest edition of our yearly magazine, Engage, is now available for free online! Engage is about how we put the principles of social work into action, and create positive change in our local community, our state, and our world. #socialwork

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I’m going to try to pull together a starter pack for schools of social work this afternoon.

I’ve got a very short list at the moment, so if you have any leads please point me in their direction (or just tag them in a reply). Thanks!