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MSW Master's of Social Work
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The School of Social Work stands apart for its highly diverse student body and commitment to addressing the needs of oppressed, disenfranchised and marginalized peoples and communities. Many graduates work as advocates for economic and social justice while others serve in leadership posts at San Francisco Bay Area Social service agencies.
Many students come to the School as immigrants and refugees, motivated by a
strong desire to give back to the communities that helped them start new lives
far from home. Others bring with them valuable work and volunteer experience
that enriches the learning experience for all members of the student community.
Milestones
The School experienced record growth in enrollment at both
the undergraduate and graduate levels during the past decade. Students and
faculty, meanwhile, made significant contributions to the social service
delivery system in
Now 10 years old, the Title IV-E Child Welfare Training Project trains and funds
40 master of social work students annually to become child welfare
professionals. These new graduates are making an important difference in the
lives of abused and neglected children and their families and help bring about
much-needed changes in programs, service delivery and outcomes. The successful
Looking Ahead
With a diverse and experienced group of junior faculty on board, the School anticipates adding emphases in gerontology and international social work education and practice.
Along with a major evaluation of curriculum, the school will continue to forge
partnerships with the community in keeping with the CHHS commitment to produce
scholars for the community. With shrinking state resources, the school will work
to increase grants and contracts in order to continue its community service work
and faculty scholarship.
Rita Takahashi
Professor and Director
