Thank you to our amazing community for supporting our Social Work programs! The Day of Giving has been a blast so far 🎉🥳 Now we're entering the home stretch! You can support Social Work by #GivingPack directly here: go.ncsu.edu/sw-dog2025

Earn your CE hours for free with the return of the Big IDEAS Speaker Series! Sit down with Prof. Christina Peoples, a passionate expert for age inclusion, as we discuss aging trends and the impact they have in social work. RSVP via QR Code or here: go.ncsu.edu/ferzhmd

Join us on-campus for a brief seminar featuring Dr. Intae Yoon, as he presents insights from his Fulbright-sponsored research project in South Korea! Participants will be eligible for one hour of CE. Seating is limited, so reserve your seat today: go.ncsu.edu/yimrrjx

Today, our MSW students presented their Capstone Presentations in Talley Student Union on NC State's campus! We are proud of our soon-to-be Wolfpack graduates! 🐺

Last month at the BPD Conference, our undergraduate students made outstanding accomplishments! Drake Gomez won "Best Student Presentation" and Emily Falconer was selected as a distinguished BPD Fellow. We are so proud of our Wolfpack scholars! 🐺🥳

Don't miss our upcoming free CE opportunity! The Big IDEAS speaker series invites insightful guests to discuss their areas of social work expertise. This time, we welcome Prof. Peoples to discuss how aging trends impact the field of SW. Register here: go.ncsu.edu/ferzhmd

Last call to register for this iteration of the Big IDEAS Speaker Series and earn your free CE! Sit down with Prof. Christina Peoples, a passionate expert for age inclusion, as we discuss aging trends and the impact they have in social work. RSVP here: go.ncsu.edu/ferzhmd

Dr. Dyson, the executive director and head of the School of Social Work, is stepping down. Dr. Alan Ellis, associate professor and associate head in the SSW, will serve as interim executive director and department head of the school, effective May 16. go.ncsu.edu/eooj6lb

Congratulations to NC State SSW alumna Heather Palmateer on receiving a meritorious conduct award from the Chapel Hill Police Department! Read more about Heather's dedicated work supporting those affected by Hurricane Helene: go.ncsu.edu/swnews-riashp

Dr. Maura Nsonwu, and co-authors, received the TAA's Textbook Excellence Award for their recent work titled "Human Trafficking: Applying Research, Theory, and Case Studies for Social Workers and the Helping Professions". Read more here: go.ncsu.edu/whojank

This summer our students are studying abroad in The Gambia and Senegal! Led by Dr. Kim Stansbury, these students will learn about these respective cultures, their responses to global trends, and explore social justice issues.

Last week our school sponsored the 2025 NASW National Conference in Chicago, IL! Thank you to everyone who visited our booth. We look forward to sponsoring again next year!

We are excited to welcome Dr. Alan Ellis into his new position as Interim Head of the School of Social Work! Read more about his background and goals for his new role: go.ncsu.edu/swnews-aeinter…

Dedicated, creative, and insightful. These are only a few adjectives to describe NC State University BSW student Kianna Redetzke. Learn more about how Kianna is enacting local change here: go.ncsu.edu/mabpngp

Do you work as a School Social Worker in a rural county in NC? Join us for Project ADS! It provides $5K in funding to school social work students employed or completing their practicum in a school setting in eligible counties. More info here: go.ncsu.edu/bqpcpod

Take the next step in your academic journey by registering for a Master of Social Work Information Session today! Virtual sessions are available throughout the fall. Reserve your seat using the QR code below or by clicking here: forms.gle/pafuN7imBHeNVB…

Dr. Intae Yoon, Associate Professor at the NC State SSW, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Teacher Award! Find out about the award, Dr. Yoon's teaching style, and the term "edutainer" here: go.ncsu.edu/wi9domu

The SSW welcomes two new full-time faculty members this fall! Dr. Antonio Garcia, Professor, and Dr. Ebony Perez, Assistant Professor and Director of Graduate Programs. Learn more about their backgrounds here: go.ncsu.edu/dklx3xp

Professor Crystal Campbell has been appointed as Co-Chair to the CSWE Women's Council! Read more about this role and her appointment here: go.ncsu.edu/4dtwfk5

Prof. Deric Boston has been selected to be a speaker at the upcoming North Carolina Head Start Male Engagement Conference! As part of this event, he will contribute to their purpose of providing a dynamic experience dedicated to the engagement, learning, and equipping of men and fathers.