University of Michigan School of Social Work
@UMSocialWork
The University of Michigan School of Social Work has the passion, intelligence and drive to change the world.
Rogério Pinto spoke with @Michigan_Public Radio’s “Stateside” about gender-affirming health care for minors. “We have a vast amount of research that demonstrates that those procedures are safe, they are life-saving for a lot of young people.” myumi.ch/z9EN2

“Michigan, in my estimation, is the best and greatest university, not in America, but in the world.” From presidential priorities to favorite spots on campus, and how he met his wife in a @UMengineering class, get to know @UMichPresGrasso. Full video: myumi.ch/9p4GW
University of Michigan professors @UMSocialWork, Todd Herrenkohl, Kathryn Maguire-Jack, and Rebeccah Sokol discuss budget cuts that threaten safety net programs beneficial to children's health, education, and safety. via @ConversationUS: theconversation.com/us-safety-net-…
Domenico Grasso will serve as the university's interim president, effective immediately. Admired for his visionary work leading @UM_Dearborn as chancellor since 2018, President Grasso will provide steady leadership during this critical time of transition. myumi.ch/3RR3E
For Interprofessional Healthcare Month, we’re spotlighting Erin Khang. From ICU to pediatric dialysis, she’s championed creative, team-based solutions that center patients and families. Read the full spotlight: interprofessional.umich.edu/news-events/ne… #IPHCMonth @ekhangMSW
Faculty Director William Elliott, Professor, @UMSocialWork & Director, Center on Assets, Education & Inclusion, keynotes today's CA Early Wealth Account System Summit hosted by the UCLA CalKIDS Institute, @CalTreasurer's Office, & CA CSA Coalition. More: seis.ucla.edu/event/cewas-pa…
Jessica Yost is a graduate student at @UMSocialWork & @umichsph strengthening her skill set for designing solutions-driven programs. Most recently, she traveled to South Africa to support the implementation of interpersonal violence prevention initiatives. bit.ly/4i0j1gO
Essence L. Uke returned to school after a 16-year hiatus to pursue a Master of Social Work degree at @UMSocialWork. While raising four children and working at the Wayne County Public Health Department, she has maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA. cew.umich.edu/story/essence-…
“I embody Compassion + Action by having genuine concern and providing the guidance or resources necessary for people to overcome obstacles. It’s about pairing kindness with proactive help to empower others.” – Samira Kimo, MSW Student #CompassionPlusAction #SWMonth2025

“I try to walk alongside others and recognize that we are all at different phases with compassion and accountability.” – Daicia Price, Clinical Associate Professor of Social Work #CompassionPlusAction #SWMonth2025

Giving Blueday is a wrap! In just 24 hours, 84 SSW alumni and friends gave $13,583 to support the SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund! If you made a donation during Giving Blueday, on behalf of the entire SSW, thank you for your support and generosity!
It is our top priority to ensure all students have access to the highest quality of social work education, especially when emergencies arise. Please consider making a gift to the SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund today to make this lofty goal possible. myumi.ch/D8k5y

Emergencies happen, and it's our goal to ensure they don’t get in the way of a transformative social work education. Please consider making a gift to the SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund by midnight to continue making social work education more affordable. myumi.ch/D8k5y

The SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund provides financial assistance to students during emergency situations. Please consider making a gift by midnight tonight (EST) to help make social work education dreams become a reality. myumi.ch/D8k5y

Today is Giving Blueday! Join us as we fundraise for the Student Emergency Aid Support Fund for the next 24 hours. This fund provides emergency financial assistance to social work students for unforeseen emergencies that could hinder their education. myumi.ch/D8k5y

Join us tomorrow, March 19, for Giving Blueday as we work toward raising $15,000 in 24 hours for the Student Emergency Aid Fund, which helps ensure all SSW students have resources needed in case of an emergency. myumi.ch/D8k5y

Charles Wiliams was featured in a @WashingtonPost article about consumer boycotts as companies roll back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Williams helped coordinate a “good-buy” at a Detroit-area Target. myumi.ch/jJ4VP

Professor Matthew Smith spoke with 517 about fair chance hiring, which aims to create equitable employment opportunities for individuals with criminal records.

How do you embody compassion + action? “Embrace differences with understanding” – Georgia Crawford-Cambell, MSW’01 #CompassionPlusAction #SWMonth2025

“I embody compassion and action by allowing myself to rest gracefully so that I can, in turn, leave this world a better place than I found it.” – Brittney Barros, MSW’22 #CompassionPlusAction #SWMonth2025
