Social Work Grad Finds Purpose Serving Immigrants
Social work master’s graduate Jonah Freed combined his interests in mental health and helping immigrants to make a lasting difference.
Researchers map heat inequities in Knoxville
UT researchers will team up with community members to map urban heat islands and collect the data necessary to protect disproportionately affected communities.
Recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month
UT is hosting a variety of events created to raise public awareness about sexual violence and educate communities on how to prevent it.
Celebrating Black History Month on Rocky Top
UT is recognizing Black History Month throughout February with a series of virtual and in-person events.
$3.4 Million Grant to Expand AlignCare’s National Reach
The Program for Pet Health Equity in the College of Social receives a $3.4 million expansion grant from Maddie’s Fund to help the national reach of their AlignCare program.
Do We Breathe the Same Air? Research Aims to Uncover Disparities in Indoor Pollution
A multidisciplinary study is developing a tool to track indoor pollutant exposure.
Social Work Coalition Offers Mentoring, Support for Black Students
The Coalition of Black Social Workers provides students in Knoxville, Nashville, or enrolled online with mentorship and community support. Its model is now expanding across the region.
UT Helps Launch Recovery High School Program
For the past year, faculty and students have been helping with the launch of Knox County’s first recovery high school program.
Social Work Graduate Serves Students
First-generation graduate Daijah Nabors found her calling in social work and hopes to invest in students like her in the future.
UT Hosts Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and UT is recognizing the month through a series of in-person and virtual events dedicated to raising awareness about sexual assault and prevention.
The Conversation: Living with a Disability Is Expensive, Even with Government Assistance
Experts discuss the estimated amount of extra costs Americans with disabilities pay per year.
Alumnae Share Passion for Helping Nashville Youth
Two College of Social Work alumnae partner to help Nashville youth.