Daphne Watkins Quoted in Forbes on Changing Narratives in Mental Health
Professor Daphne Watkins spoke with Forbes about how “Invisible Game,” a new video series of in-depth conversations with celebrated athletes, is helping to create new narratives about mental health, particularly among Black boys and men.
“Not only has this experience been healing for the athletes...
Fernanda Cross Receives Career Development Grant
Assistant Professor Fernanda Cross received a K01 Career Development grant from the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities for her project entitled “Enlace Familiar: Combating Mental Health Stigma, Improving Mental Health Literacy, Supporting Mental Health Discussions at Home...
Robert Joseph Taylor Interviewed by WEMU About African American Friendships
Professor Robert Joseph Taylor spoke with WEMU about how unmarried African Americans form family-like relationships with their close friends to fulfill each other’s needs. “In general, women are closer to their friends than men and there are some differences in terms of friendship contact.”
Lexx Brown-James Speaks with SELF Magazine About Temperature Play
Lexx Brown-James, director of the School’s Sexual Health Certificate Program, spoke with SELF magazine about how to incorporate temperature play into your sex life.
Terri Friedline’s Research on the Connection Between Race and Financial Services Featured in DBusiness
Professor Terri Friedline’s research on how financial institution locations are influenced by a neighborhood’s racial composition is featured in DBusiness. Friedline’s study analyzed the placement of banks, credit unions and alternative financial services — such as payday lenders — in six Detroit...
Ayesha Ghazi Edwin Receives 2024 James T. Neubacher Award
Clinical Assistant Professor Ayesha Ghazi Edwin is the recipient of the 2024 James T. Neubacher Award. The annual U-M award is presented to a student, alumn, faculty or staff member who has exhibited leadership and service in support of the disability community.
“I am deeply honored to receive the...
Roland Zullo Discusses the Impact of Unions on Elections
Associate Research Scientist Roland Zullo spoke with The American Prospect on the historical impact of unions on presidential elections.
Unions “help working-class people get out the vote,” he said, because unions “underscore the importance of voting and educate members on why it’s important...
Social Work Essential Certificate
Beginning in January 2025, the MasterTrack Certificate (MTC) program, currently available on Coursera, will change its name and platform. The same great content and curriculum will be available as the Social Work Essentials Certificate (SWEC) and will replace the MTC as our School’s certificate...
Fatima Salman Appointed Vice President of the National Association of Social Workers
ENGAGE Program Manager Fatima Salman, MSW ’15, has been appointed Vice President of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Previously, Salman was president of the NASW Michigan Chapter and chair of the NASW Council of Chapter Presidents.
“I am excited to step into the role of vice...
Anao Zhang and Rachel Brandon Receive Children’s Cancer Research Fund Grant
Associate Professor Anao Zhang and PhD student Rachel Brandon are part of a team that recently received a grant from the Children's Cancer Research Fund. Their project evaluates the virtual delivery of a strength-based psychological treatment to young adults with cancer.
“We are excited to...