FSU Film Event Addresses the Concerns of Domestic Violence
Wednesday, February 08, 2023
Florida State University will present the 2019 film, No Ordinary Love on Wednesday, February 21, 2023, to raise awareness about the dynamics and impact of domestic violence. The Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (DVCC) led the collaborative event in partnership with the Institute for Family Violence Studies at the FSU College of Social Work.
Posted Under: Alumni & Friends
Graduate Becomes School Social Work Association of America President
Monday, February 06, 2023
Dr. Terriyln Rivers-Cannon stepped into the role of President of the School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) on January 1, 2023. She is the first African American President of the organization in its history. She is well-known for her dedication to the social work profession, particularly in the school setting.
Posted Under: Alumni & Friends, CSW General
The Importance of Involving Libraries in Opioid Epidemic Response
Monday, February 06, 2023
In September of 2022, the Center for the Study and Promotion of Communities, Families, and Children (CFC Center) at the FSU College of Social Work was awarded a two-year U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant funding the Southeast Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center (ROTA-RC).
Posted Under: CFC Center News, CSW General
Recent Graduate Makes a Difference with Local Crisis Intervention Organization
Friday, February 03, 2023
Even as a freshman at Florida State, Dylan McMahon was interested in being a counselor and working with adolescents on suicide prevention. Initially, a psychology major, a class presentation on volunteer opportunities with 2-1-1 Big Bend (2-1-1), a local crisis intervention and prevention organization, sparked his interest.
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Graduate Reappointed as Secretary of Florida Department of Children and Families
Thursday, February 02, 2023
Shevaun Harris (MSW, 2004) is reappointed for a second term as Secretary of the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) by Governor Ron DeSantis. As Secretary, Harris has focused on holistic care for families by working to integrate several systems and services.
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Celebrating Black History Month
Wednesday, February 01, 2023
In February 1926, Dr. Carter G. Woodson instituted the first weeklong celebration to educate and raise awareness about Black/African Americans’ contributions to American history. Prior to this time, very little information could be found regarding Black/African American history and important achievements were left out of history books.
Posted Under: CSW General
Florida Institute for Child Welfare Director Search: Candidate Colloqiums
Monday, January 23, 2023
Join the Florida Institute for Child Welfare (Institute) for Candidate Colloquiums. The Director Search Committee invited two candidates to participate in further interview activities and meet with staff, faculty and stakeholders.
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Graduate Receives One of Central Connecticut State University’s Highest Honors
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Dr. Evelyn Newman Phillips, a faculty member and chair of the Anthropology Department at Central Connecticut State University (CCSA), received the 2022 Distinguished Service Award, one of the university’s highest honors.
The Distinguished Service Award recognizes members of CCSA’s university community who provide exemplary service to the university over an extended period.
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Simply Healthcare is First to Earn Florida State University's Organizational Certification in Trauma Awareness
Friday, January 13, 2023
Florida State University proudly announced this week that Simply Healthcare Plans is the first organization to complete FSU’s new “Trauma Aware” organizational certification program. The program is the first of its kind in the US and will build a more resilient and trauma educated workforce.
Posted Under: CSW General
Social Work Graduate Appointed to Federal Veterans’ Rural Health Advisory Committee
Friday, January 13, 2023
The Secretary of Veterans Affairs has appointed Dr. David L. Albright to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans’ Rural Health Advisory Committee. Dr.