Education is widely recognized as a strong predictor of cognitive health in aging. However, a recent study published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences explores how occupational experiences before age 60 mediate the relationship between education and cognitive function in adults aged 65 and older.
Jessica Greil-Burkhart, an assistant teaching professor with the FSU College of Social Work, was awarded a 2024-25 University Teaching Award for Innovation in Teaching from the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. The award honors faculty who invest considerable time and effort into transforming the learning experiences they provide for their students.
Claire Sciandra, a senior and BSW student, was the College of Social Work's Undergraduate Humanitarian of the Year. The honor is awarded annually and emphasizes Florida State's responsibility to contribute meaningfully to the public good.
During the 14th annual FSU’s Great Give on March 5th, the College of Social Work raised more than $23,500, including over $16,800 dedicated to International Program scholarships for social work students.
The 92 generous donors and their contributions were further boosted by a $5,000 dollar-for-dollar donation match provided by College of Social Work alumni and supporters John and Meg Paschal.
The National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has named four Florida State University faculty members as 2025 NAI Senior Members. FSU’s 2025 inductees are Hoyong Chung, Yaacov Petscher, Prashant Singh and Branko Stefanovic. The university now has five Senior Members among its faculty.
The month of March is Social Work Month! The National Association of Social Workers’ theme in 2025 is “Compassion + Action.”
Child welfare professionals and Florida State University College of Social Work students often face challenges in developing the necessary skills for effective observation and interviewing in real-world settings.
This year Dr. Shalay Jackson, an associate teaching professor at the College of Social Work, was named the new chair of the Association for Community Organizing and Social Action (ACOSA). Elected by ACOSA’s board, she will hold the position for two years through December 2026.
The College of Social Work has had a special international partnership with Jönköping University in Sweden since 2012, offering an exchange opportunity for both universities’ undergraduate students. Students participating in the exchange can take a full-time course load for a full semester at their host university.
The College of Social Work recently named Dr. Lisa Schelbe its Jeanene M. Janes Professor in Child Welfare. The professorship is awarded to a faculty member whose scholarly and educational pursuits demonstrate dedication and focus on child welfare issues.
