News: School of Social Work
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Authors explore social justice efforts springing from art, techniques for helping students accept new knowledge that may threaten long-held beliefs, and more.
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A new book explores Gandhian thought and Quakerism to show us how both contribute to humanity’s quest for world peace.
Ivet Aldaba-Valera was the first in her family to graduate from college and now she’s helping other first-generation students get to the finish line, too.
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Two paws up for these grads who share their love of UNLV through the eyes of their sheepadoodles.
UNLV practicum helps social work students find the right fit and connect to future jobs.
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College of Urban Affairs partners with community groups to stop Southern Nevada crisis.
University counseling experts step up to offer emotional support after the mass shooting in Las Vegas.
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Student worker Oriana Galasso advises HOPE scholars on making the adjustment to UNLV.
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Back-to-school events to highlight UNLV campus traditions and student involvement, culminating with the president’s annual State of the University address Sept. 15.
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The featured speakers from UNLV Creates share their best advice with incoming students.
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UNLV has a commencement tradition for the president to honor a few exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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Margie Toves is among the first graduates from a program to produce social workers specializing in children’s mental health.