Tag Archives: social work
UM-Flint launches innovative School Social Work pathway in MSW program
The University of Michigan-Flint's College of Health Sciences has launched a new School Social Work certificate pathway within its Master of Social Work program, providing students with the opportunity to become credentialed school social workers and make a lasting impact in their communities. "It's an extension of our MSW program," said Erin Johnson, clinical assistant[…]
Homes. Hope. Healing. (Video)
From military family member to veteran housing advocate, MaryJo Barnes is changing lives across mid-Michigan. As Mid Michigan Community Action's veteran coordinator and a UM-Flint social work student, she's helped countless families find stability and hope. In this candid interview, Barnes shares what drives her, the barriers many don't see and the moments that make[…]
Horsing Around (video)
A mother-daughter duo, both of whom are UM-Flint grads, is opening new doors for Flint students through horses. Riley and Molly O'Dell launched the Richfield Riders equestrian club at Richfield Public School Academy in 2022, giving middle schoolers hands-on experience in riding and horse care. Meeting several times a week, the club is building confidence, breaking down[…]
Bridging compassion and community: UM-Flint welcomes first co-responder social worker
As part of a bold, evolving approach to public safety, the University of Michigan-Flint Department of Public Safety has welcomed its inaugural co-responder social worker and community engagement manager. Martez Warren, a longtime Flint-area social worker and community advocate, began in the new full-time role this week, reflecting a campus-level commitment to holistic, compassionate problem-solving[…]
UM-Flint's MSW program granted Pre-Candidacy status on the path to accreditation
The University of Michigan-Flint College of Health Sciences has announced that its Master of Social Work program has been granted Pre-Candidacy status by the Council on Social Work Education, marking a significant milestone toward achieving full accreditation. The MSW program, which welcomed 15 students this fall, is on its path for a full accreditation review[…]
UM-Flint to take educational training lead as part of historic Flint Water Crisis settlement
Today, Sept. 26, the ACLU of Michigan, Education Law Center and pro bono counsel White & Case LLP have reached what is being called a groundbreaking agreement in the federal class action lawsuit brought on behalf of Flint children to address the systemic failure to provide adequate special education and related services in the wake[…]
UM-Flint student Edmonds elected to NASW-MI board of directors
Advocating for others is a family legacy for Cami Edmonds. Her parents were active members of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, marching and protesting against injustice. Many members of Edmonds' family are educators who work hard to provide their students the best opportunities for success. That kind of upbringing undoubtedly had an impact[…]
UM-Flint's Bachelor of Social Work lauded by Forbes as one of the nation's best
The University of Michigan-Flint's Bachelor of Social Work program has been ranked as one of the country's best for 2024 by Forbes Advisor. Forbes ranked 40 accredited, nonprofit colleges offering an online Bachelor of Social Work degree using 17 data points in the categories of credibility, affordability, student outcomes, student experience and application process, using[…]
UM-Flint's College of Health Sciences adds online Master of Social Work
The University of Michigan-Flint welcomes a new graduate program in Social Work! Find out more through our College of Health Sciences
UM-Flint police officers receive social work instruction for handling mental health situations
Courtesy of an initiative to foster stronger connections between law enforcement and the community, the University of Michigan-Flint Department of Public Safety has partnered with Genesee Health System to receive specialized training in mental health de-escalation techniques. The innovative program will equip DPS police officers with the skills and knowledge to effectively address complex social[…]