Study Examines Incel Terrorist with an Eye on Violence Prevention
Monday, October 04, 2021
A study recently published in the Journal of Threat Assessment and Management, a publication from the American Psychological Association, examined the case of the sole perpetrator of Incel-related violence that took place in a Tallahassee, Florida yoga studio in 2018. The perpetrator opened fire on a Tallahassee yoga studio on November 2, 2018, injuring several and fatally wounding FSU student Maura Binkley and FSU faculty member Dr. Nancy Van Vessem.
Posted Under: Alumni & Friends, Faculty & Research
FSU Partners with Local Council in Recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Florida State University, including the FSU Institute for Family Violence Studies and the College of Social Work, is partnering with the Tallahassee Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (DVCC) on local events to bring attention to the issues related to domestic violence.
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Study Explores How COVID-19 Influenced Decisions of Resource-Limited Mothers
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 pandemic has left many families feeling vulnerable. A new Florida State University study suggests single mothers have been put in a particularly tough spot when choosing childcare or schooling.
Posted Under: CSW General, Faculty & Research
Institute for Justice Research and Development Community Advisory Board Member Follows the Science While Leading Local Reentry Programs
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Three hours of drinking on an especially stressful day “was all it took” to send Dale White’s world spiraling.
What began as one drink ended with White rear-ending a Boynton Beach police officer’s car when he went out for another six-pack. He was just three days shy of finishing probation and nearly five years into recovery.
Posted Under: CSW General
Graduate Appointed to Florida Commission on Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
On August 20, 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointed six state experts to the Florida Commission on Mental Health and Substance Abuse. The commission was established in 1999 by the Florida Legislature as a way to review, evaluate and make recommendations for change to the state systems addressing mental health and substance use,
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2021-2022 Student Leaders at the College of Social Work
Friday, September 10, 2021
As Florida State University welcomed back students to campus in August, student organizations and their new leaders are faced with the fun challenge of reconnecting with their peers in person.
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FSU Symposium to Explore Substance Use Disorder Curriculum and Community Behavioral Health in Florida
Friday, September 10, 2021
A group of Florida State University researchers is bringing together experts from around the country for a one-day symposium focused on substance use disorder.
Posted Under: Alumni & Friends, CFC Center News, CSW General, Faculty & Research
Student Receives Mantra Health 2021 Scholarship for Students of Color
Thursday, August 26, 2021
Social work student Merari Flores Saldana was awarded the 2021 Scholarship for Students of Color Pursuing Degrees in Mental Health by Mantra Health, a digital mental health clinic that partners with institutes of higher education. In her second year at Florida State University, Merari will graduate with her Master of Social Work with a clinical focus in spring 2022.
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CFC Center: At A Glance, August 21
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
The Center for the Study and Promotion of Communities, Families and Children (CFC Center) has continued to develop current partnerships and initiatives, including the Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Program in the Big Bend region and the Florida Higher Education Substance Use Disorder Consortium.
Posted Under: CFC Center News, CSW General
A Welcome Message from President McCullough
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
This message to all students, faculty and staff has been approved by President Richard McCullough.
Dear Members of the Florida State University Community,
As we begin the fall semester, I want to welcome our new students, faculty and staff to Florida State University, and welcome back all of those who are returning to campus.