USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
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Setting a New Standard for Health Sciences Education and Practice
The latest study by the Interprofessional Education and Collaboration for Geriatrics (IECG) brings together professors from all five health sciences schools at USC, and demonstrates the impact of a multidisciplinary approach to service delivery for older adults.
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Seth Pickens, New Managing Director for HPRI
The Homlessness Policy Research Institute (HPRI), a joint venture of USC Social Work and USC Price, is pleased to welcome Seth Pickens as managing director.
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New Course Combines Social Work and Sports
Focused on positively impacting the mental health development of athletes, The Transforming Power of Social Work and Sports (SOWK 603) is open to all USC students, regardless of discipline, beginning spring 2025.
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Former Foster Youth Inspired By Their Own Social Workers
Serena Mangino and Ashley Dixson, MSW '24 graduates and members of the Trojan Guardian Scholars, had similar childhood experiences that led to their career choice to work with children.
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The A-Team
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Events Spotlight
Join us for the new Social Justice Research Seminar Series, every Tuesday at Noon in MRF 102 or via Zoom. Hosted by Eric Rice, associate dean for research, and featuring our expert faculty presenting their cutting-edge scholarship and interventions. On September 10, Professor Yuri Jang will present and lead a discussion on an evidence-based dementia caregiver intervention.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The school is dedicated to eliminating racial injustice and promoting an ongoing process of healing and reconciliation to dismantle racism.
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Who is Suzanne Dworak-Peck?
Learn about the life and career of the woman affectionately known as the “social worker’s social worker.”
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Our Heroes In Social Work
Christina Munguia, MSW '21, one of the first openly transgender graduates at USC, is a behavioral health counselor for Casa de Zulma, the first ever publicly funded Enhanced Bridge Housing project for transgender women in Los Angeles County. Munguia helps to provide safe sanctuary and supportive services for its residents.
USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
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