Andrew Grogan-Kaylor Writes Book on Multilevel Thinking
Professor Andrew Grogan-Kaylor’s new book, “Multilevel Thinking: Discovering Variation, Universals, and Particulars in Cross-Cultural Research,” has been published by Oxford University Press.
Sean de Four’s Op-Ed on Philanthropy Published in Bridge Michigan
Lecturer Sean de Four’s op-ed “How Philanthropy Can Help Nonprofits Meet the Moment,” was published in Bridge Michigan.
Announcing the Annmarie Hawkins Research Professorship in Disability Justice
On June 12, 2025, the Regents of the University of Michigan named Professor Connie Sung the inaugural Annmarie Hawkins Research Professor in Disability Justice.
Robert Ortega Appointed to the Council on Social Work Education Board of Accreditation
Associate Dean Robert Ortega has been appointed as a member of the Council on Social Work Education Board of Accreditation. Ortega will start his three-year term on July 1.
Brittani Parham Successfully Defends Dissertation
Brittani Parham, Joint Doctoral Program in Social Work and Psychology, has successfully defended her dissertation entitled "Compounded Disadvantage: Exploring the Intersection of Race, Sex, and Child Welfare in Juvenile Justice." Her committee included Matthew Smith (co-chair), Joseph Ryan and Ca
So’Phelia Morrow Successfully Defends Dissertation
So’Phelia Morrow, Joint Doctoral Program in Social Work and Sociology, has successfully defended her dissertation entitled has successfully defended "Killing Us Softly: Intimate Partner Violence and The Forced Martyrdom of Black Women." Her committee included Terri Friedline (co-chair) and
Ayesha Ghazi Edwin Talks About the Local Effects of Federal Cuts
Clinical Assistant Professor Ayesha Ghazi Edwin spoke with MLive about the effects federal cuts will have on Food Gatherers, the lead agency for hunger relief in Washtenaw County.
Katie Edwards Speaks with CNN About the Heartbreak of Shutting Down Clinical Studies
Last month, Professor Katie Edwards was featured on CNN’s “One Thing” to discuss the effects of federal cuts to health research.
Todd Herrenkohl, Katie Maguire-Jack and Rebeccah Sokol Write in The Conversation About Proposed Cuts to Vital Services
Professor Todd Herrenkohl, Associate Professor Katie Maguire-Jack and Assistant Professor Rebeccah Sokol published an article in The Conversation on how the current proposed cuts to the 2026 federal budget would slash vital services to an array of programs that support low-income families and kee
2025 Colleen Karim Award Recipients
This award honors staff who go above and beyond in their roles—championing others, contributing creative and collaborative solutions, and embodying the values that make our School stronger.