New dean for School of Social Work announced
Elizabeth M.Z. Farmer, who is a professor and associate dean for research at Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Social Work, will begin her deanship on Aug. 1.
Young Students Learn Leadership, Conflict Management Skills in Social Work Program
The Just Discipline Project, created by social work assistant professor James Huguley, teaches fifth- and sixth-graders strategies for defusing peer conflicts.
A graduate student organization is celebrating Latino culture and building relationships
The Latin American Graduate Organization of Students was founded by Daniel Jacobson, a PhD student in the School of Social Work, to raise the visibility of Hispanic and Latino grad students.
Dean Larry E. Davis’ contributions leave the world a ‘better, fairer place’
In his 17th year at the helm of Pitt’s School of Social Work, Davis announced he will step down amid praise for his leadership and his dedication to issues of race, social justice and community.
Jaime Booth was honored for her work with teens
She received the Deborah K. Padgett Early Career Achievement Award from the Society for Social Work and Research.