USC College of Social Work

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@UofSC Change Makers.

Columbia, SC

Joined October 2009

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USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 4

Some veterans and military might not think tonight's #FourthofJuly fireworks are a blast - the explosions can cause PTSD and trigger memories. Watch @USArmy vet and professor @NikkiWooten20 as she discusses tips on coping with the holiday. bit.ly/4luXaAR @wis10

uofsccosw's tweet card. Fourth of July fireworks can bring on painful PTSD attacks for many veterans. U.S. Army veteran and professor at the University of South Carolina, Nikki Wooten, sheds some valuable insights about...

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · 7 h

Our #COSW crew continues their #socialwork teaching and outreach in Africa this week - working with children, families and community organizations in Kenya and Tanzania. #changemakers

uofsccosw's tweet image. Our #COSW crew continues their #socialwork teaching and outreach in Africa this week - working with children, families and community organizations in Kenya and Tanzania. #changemakers

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USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 25

We serve #SC proudly! 83% of our incoming #BSW students and 79% of our #MSW students hail from #SC.📚 Here's more good news: #SouthCarolinians are enrolling and graduating from @UofSC more than any time in its history: ⬇️ bit.ly/4lMhD47 #SCImpact #socialworkGamecocks

uofsccosw's tweet card. The University of South Carolina is admitting, enrolling and awarding degrees to more South Carolinians than ever in its 224-year history.

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 24

After a promising swimming career was cut short by injury, McCay Mathis faced a tough question: who am I without my sport? That journey of self-discovery led her to #socialwork and back to athletics in a new way. More on this graduate uses her degree: bit.ly/3UxUTbS

uofsccosw's tweet image. After a promising swimming career was cut short by injury, McCay Mathis faced a tough question: who am I without my sport? That journey of self-discovery led her to #socialwork and back to athletics in a new way. More on this graduate uses her degree: bit.ly/3UxUTbS

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 23

Gamecock #socialwork alumni in Charleston - don't forget to register for our summer social next week! 🌴Come kick back and meet up with fellow alumni. Tell us you're coming here: bit.ly/43WwvFq. 🕶️ #socialworkgamecocks #CharlestonSocialWork

uofsccosw's tweet image. Gamecock #socialwork alumni in Charleston - don't forget to register for our summer social next week! 🌴Come kick back and meet up with fellow alumni. Tell us you're coming here: bit.ly/43WwvFq. 🕶️ #socialworkgamecocks #CharlestonSocialWork

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 22

A joyful day of #socialwork training in Tanzania - playing, dancing and creating with children at local care points. Students Grace Brown and Megan Mazoue are with professor Patrice Penney as they connect with organizations supporting vulnerable youth. 🌍#Gamecocksocialwork

uofsccosw's tweet image. A joyful day of #socialwork training in Tanzania - playing, dancing and creating with children at local care points. Students Grace Brown and Megan Mazoue are with professor Patrice Penney as they connect with organizations supporting vulnerable youth. 🌍#Gamecocksocialwork

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USC Health Sciences@UofSCHealth · Jul 22

🔬USC Health Sciences researchers are tackling today’s toughest challenges head-on. From environmental and social issues to public health, @USCArnoldSchool, @UofSCCOSW, and @UofSC_CEC are making an impact in South Carolina and beyond. Learn more: sc.edu/uofsc/posts/20…

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 21

Congratulations to Avril Lail, selected as for @UofSC's 2025-2026 Emerging Leaders Program! Another #COSW #changemaker! 🎉

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 20

Faculty member Patrice Penney, 2025 graduate Grace Brown and student Megan Mazoue are in Tanzania training organizations that serve vulnerable children. Through Penney’s NGO, they’re sharing her curriculum with programs in Mwanza and Moshi. 🌍More photos coming. 🇹🇿 #LakeVictoria

uofsccosw's tweet image. Faculty member Patrice Penney, 2025 graduate Grace Brown and student Megan Mazoue are in Tanzania training organizations that serve vulnerable children. Through Penney’s NGO, they’re sharing her curriculum with programs in Mwanza and Moshi. 🌍More photos coming. 🇹🇿 #LakeVictoria

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 17

To public servant, leader and motivational speaker @AntonJGunn, no one succeeds alone. He believes every action has a ripple effect - and he’s committed to making sure his impact is a positive one. Read more about this inspiring #Gamecock alumnus. bit.ly/4kJHnwu

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 16

Just about a month until kickoff - and yes, we’re ready. 🏈 Until then, soaking up the #dogdaysofsummer in full #Gamecock style. 🐾 ☀️ #SpursUp #DogsofSocialWork #GamecockNation

uofsccosw's tweet image. Just about a month until kickoff - and yes, we’re ready. 🏈
Until then, soaking up the #dogdaysofsummer in full #Gamecock style. 🐾 ☀️
#SpursUp #DogsofSocialWork #GamecockNation

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 15

We love hearing from our alumni!📣 Share your career news, life milestones and achievements with us - your story could inspire the next generation. 💬 Tell us here: bit.ly/3GN8mJI #SocialWorkGamecocks #changemakers

uofsccosw's tweet image. We love hearing from our alumni!📣 Share your career news, life milestones and achievements with us - your story could inspire the next generation. 💬 Tell us here: bit.ly/3GN8mJI #SocialWorkGamecocks #changemakers

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 14

When parents can’t provide care, relatives and close friends often step in. Professor Yanfeng Xu's KinCarolina study explores how better support can improve outcomes for these kinship families. More here: bit.ly/40gpZrY @USCResearch #socialwork

uofsccosw's tweet card. As the state’s flagship public university, the University of South Carolina seeks solutions to a range of modern challenges. And our researchers are lighting the way.

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USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 13

Come see us in Florence for our first Pee Dee-Coastal social and connect with fellow alumni! We'll have light refreshments, casual conversation and good company - Sept. 16 at @HopeHealthCo's Streater Community Center. Save the date - registration is here: bit.ly/40gsDOw

uofsccosw's tweet image. Come see us in Florence for our first Pee Dee-Coastal social and connect with fellow alumni! We'll have light refreshments, casual conversation and good company - Sept. 16 at @HopeHealthCo's Streater Community Center. Save the date - registration is here: bit.ly/40gsDOw

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 11

Congratulations to faculty member Lana Hart Elkins - a successful dissertation defense and new title of "Dr."! 🥳 #socialwork

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 10

We're delighted to see #BSW student Kat Davis as a #GamecockEducationAbroad standout! She's the winner of @IAUFrance's award for academic excellence! Congrats to this global #changemaker. 🤩 #socialwork

uofsccosw's tweet image. We're delighted to see #BSW student Kat Davis as a #GamecockEducationAbroad standout! She's the winner of @IAUFrance's award for academic excellence! Congrats to this global #changemaker. 🤩 #socialwork

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 9

Kudos to #COSW's Betty Wilson, an honoree of @ClaflinUniv1869's Outstanding Leaders 40 under 40! 🙌 #changemaker #SocialWorkAlumni #GamecockAlumni

uofsccosw's tweet image. Kudos to #COSW's Betty Wilson, an honoree of @ClaflinUniv1869's Outstanding Leaders 40 under 40! 🙌 #changemaker #SocialWorkAlumni #GamecockAlumni

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 8

Best wished to #PhD student Sarah Ayovi-Pace on the successful defense of her dissertation! 🥳 #COSWPhD #changemaker #highereducation #socialworkPhD

uofsccosw's tweet image. Best wished to #PhD student Sarah Ayovi-Pace on the successful defense of her dissertation! 🥳 #COSWPhD #changemaker #highereducation #socialworkPhD

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 7

It's Monday....and starting the week with gratitude for our amazing alumni. Wherever their paths have taken them - their compassion continues to shape communities. 🐔 #GamecockSocialWork #ChangeMakers #MondayMotivation

uofsccosw's tweet image. It's Monday....and starting the week with gratitude for our amazing alumni. Wherever their paths have taken them - their compassion continues to shape communities. 🐔 #GamecockSocialWork #ChangeMakers #MondayMotivation

USC College of Social Work@uofsccosw · Jul 3

Our newest #MSW Advanced Standing class is here! Another talented cohort ready to make an impact! ⚡#socialworkGamecocks #changemakers

uofsccosw's tweet image. Our newest #MSW Advanced Standing class is here! Another talented cohort ready to make an impact! ⚡#socialworkGamecocks #changemakers