Announcing Poet-in-Residence: Nicholas Mazza
As poet-in-residence, Dr. Mazza will facilitate opportunities with the FSU CSW community to benefit from the arts to enhance social work education and practice.
Alumna Shines as Social Work Leader at Florida A&M University
Katisa Donaldson serves as social work leader as the chairperson and director of the FAMU School of Social Work.
Understanding Racism and Resistance in the Digital Age: September 17
Guest speaker, Dr. Rob Eschmann will lead a discussion on the impact of digital racism on September 17th at 12 pm.
Doctoral Program Information Sessions
Learn about the Doctoral Program at four Fall 2024 information sessions.
Faculty Member Appointed to Lead National NASW Governance Review Task Force
Dr. Carol Edwards was appointed chair of the National Association of Social Worker’s Governance Review Task Force,
FSU Researchers Expand Trauma-based Services for Youth Incarcerated in Adult Correctional Settings
Dr. Stephen Tripodi and Dr. Tanya Renn with funding from the Florida Institute for Child Welfare will implement a mental and behavioral health programming to local youth incarcerated in adult correctional facilities.
Faculty Member’s New Book Shares Insights and Ideas for Reimagining Child Welfare
Dr. Jessica Pryce recently published her book BROKEN: Transforming Child Protective Services…Notes of a Former Caseworker.
Spring Graduation and FSU CSW Awards
The College of Social Work celebrated its spring graduates and FSU CSW Award recipients this May.
Social Work Faculty Receives Excellence in Online Teaching Award
Brenda Legaspi was awarded a 2023-2024 FSU Excellence in Online Teaching Award.
Social Work Graduate Supporting Fellow Alumni as FSU Career Liaison
Alexis Fraites serves as the Assistant Director of Experiential Learning at the FSU Career Center and is the career liaison for College of Social Work alumni and students.
Recent News
Dean Springer’s Welcome to a New Academic Year
Monday, August 26, 2024
Dean Springer kicked off the new academic year this month with an off-site faculty and staff college retreat, highlighting important milestones and successes in his State of the College address. He showcased his Vision for the College and the promising season ahead for our entire community. “In alignment with our core values,” reflected Dean Springer, “our college has a critical role to play in promoting a civil society through our collective action.”
Announcing Poet-in-Residence: Nicholas Mazza
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The FSU College of Social Work is introducing a new role to the college – poet-in-residence. Dean David Springer has assigned this role to Dr. Nicholas Mazza, emeritus dean and professor.
In this voluntary role, Dr. Mazza will facilitate opportunities with the FSU CSW community to benefit from the arts, particularly the written word, to enhance social work education and practice.
Alumna Shines as Social Work Leader at Florida A&M University
Friday, August 16, 2024
Katisa Donaldson (MSW 2000, BSW 1999) is in her fifth year as chairperson and director of the MSW Program at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's (FAMU) Department of Social Work.
"I enjoy being able to help our BSW and MSW students," she shared, "along with supporting FAMU's College of Social Sciences, Art and Humanities (CSSAH) and our local and surrounding communities. But I wouldn't be this successful without the support of my colleagues and Dr. Valencia E. Matthews, dean of CSSAH."
FSU Multidisciplinary Center Welcomes New Leadership During a Time of Growth
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
The FSU Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Consulting Center (MDC), welcomed Dr. Shannon Bennett as the new director and Ms. Alicia Nohle as the new assistant director. The MDC offers diagnostic and consultation services for children with complex medical, educational, emotional, and behavioral problems, as well as support for families, educators, and school personnel.
Faculty Member Appointed to Lead National NASW Governance Review Task Force
Thursday, August 01, 2024
Dr. Carol Campbell Edwards, an associate teaching professor and director of the BSW and Professional Development Programs at the College of Social Work, serves as the National Association of Social Workers Board Director for Region VII, serving Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.