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March 4, 2019

Robert Ortega and Charles Garvin Coauthor New Book, “Socially Just Practice in Groups”

Associate Professor Robert Ortega and Professor Emeritus Charles Garvin’s new book,“Socially Just Practice in Groups” provides a comprehensive exploration of group practice through the lens of social work.  The authors cover all stages of developing a group practice: getting started; establishing...

February 28, 2019

Diane Kaplan Vinokur Coauthors New Book, “Shared Space and the New Nonprofit Workplace”

Emeritus Professor Diane Kaplan Vinokur is a coauthor of a new book, “Shared Space and the New Nonprofit Workplace”. The book presents a comprehensive overview of shared space as an innovative model and effective long-term solution for nonprofit organizations' need for stable and affordable office...

February 18, 2019

Shanna Kattari Discusses Accessibility with the Cleveland Jewish News

Assistant Professor Shanna Kattari discusses accessibility and inclusion with the Cleveland Jewish News.

February 18, 2019

How do you Weather a Short-Term Financial Crisis?

Professor William Elliott III essay “How Do You Weather a Short-Term Financial Crisis?” is published in New America.

February 15, 2019

Roland Zullo's Analysis of MDOT Contracts is Featured in Detroit Free Press

Associate Research Scientist Roland Zullo's Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) analysis is featured in the Detroit Free Press. Zullo reviewed MDOT contracts and determined the State of Michigan spent $90 million more to hire private contractors for engineering and design work than it would...

February 15, 2019

Andrew Grogan-Kaylor and Shawna Lee Co-author Article of the Year

Associate Professors Andrew Grogan-Kaylor and Shawna Lee are co-authors of the 2017 Article of the Year by the journal Child Abuse and Neglect. “Spanking and adult mental health impairment: The case for the designation of spanking as an adverse childhood experience” demonstrated outstanding...

February 15, 2019

Michelle Woods Selected to the 2019 Path to Licensure

Michelle Wood’s, MSW Student Career Services Director has been selected to the 2019 Path to Licensure. The Path to Licensure is an initiative of the Association of Social Work Boards to support collaboration among educators, practitioners and regulators in preparing students for their professional...

February 11, 2019

William Vanderwill Recognized by Detroit City Council

Field Educator William Vanderwill was recognized by the Detroit City Council for his outstanding leadership in the field of social work in sports.

February 8, 2019

Terri Friedline Writes Op-Ed Supporting Green New Deal for The American Prospect

Associate Professor Terri Friedline wrote an op-ed "Want a Green New Deal? Then Challenge Global Capitalism" for The American Prospect. Friedline supports addressing inequities and rising global temperatures with the Green New Deal which challenges global capitalist activities that amplify racial...