UH Graduate College of Social Work

Join us for the Graduate College of Social Work Annual Meeting and Scholarship Fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 14th, 10 am-12 pm. Free CEUs on the topic of “The Impact of Neuroscience Advances on the Future of Trauma Treatment" are available. Register here: https://bit.ly/3FprtoV

Intermediate/Clinical Level Exam Prep
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3AZWQrn

Date: September 12 - 13, 2024
Time: 9 AM - 4 PM CST (12 CEUs)
Course Fee: $200

In this updated course, students are taught the necessary skills to successfully prepare for the licensing exam. Helpful tips will guide students toward concentrating their preparation in areas helpful to success. Handouts include practice test questions and answers that will help students develop confidence to take the exam. Students are taught the necessary skills to prepare for the DSM-5 section of the licensing exam. There are intensive reviews of major topics with particular attention to DSM-5. Handouts and practice tests for the LMSW, LMSW-AP, and LCSW exams are included. Students develop the necessary confidence to take the exam.

👀 Take a look at the GCSW's Fall 2024 Instructor-Led Continuing Education Courses! Register, join, and learn about our new Racial Justice & Liberatory Practice new 8-course series. https://learn.uh.edu/

- MSW Students meet & greet with GCSW Interim Dean Cynthia Warrick.

🗓️ GCSW MSW STUDENTS - Meet Interim Dean, Cynthia Warrick at the GCSW (virtual) Support Space Session taking place this afternoon at 5:45 pm (via zoom). Zoom link can be found in the Social Word newsletter.

The UH Graduate College of Social Work is thrilled to announce that Dr. Juan J. Barthelemy has been promoted to Associate Professor and granted tenure.

This promotion reflects the University of Houston administration's confidence in Dr. Barthelemy’s ability to continue making positive contributions to the broader social work academic community.

Congratulations Dr. Barthelemy! The community is excited to see how your expertise and dedication will further enrich our academic environment and impact the field of social work.

The Graduate College of Social Work is pleased to announce that Dr. Chiara Acquati, a distinguished member of our faculty since 2016, has been appointed as the Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, where she will continue to elevate our research excellence and academic impact.

With her exceptional dedication, expertise, and vision, Dr. Acquati is well-positioned to drive innovative research and foster a collaborative environment at GCSW, further strengthening our commitment to academic excellence.

We look forward to all that she will accomplish in her new role.

https://uh.edu/socialwork/news/news-releases/2024-chiara-acquati-named-associate-dean-for-research/

- Before it was a federal holiday, was recognized by labor activists and individual states. Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being.

🎉 Congratulations to Quenette L. Walton, LCSW, PhD, on her appointment to Associate Dean for Doctoral Education and Tenure at the Graduate College of Social Work, effective September 1, 2024.

In her new role as Associate Dean for Doctoral Education, Dr. Walton will guide GCSW doctoral students’ research development, administering and enhancing the doctoral program. Her responsibilities will include program leadership and management, student recruitment, retention and support, faculty collaboration, and policy development.

We are enthusiastic about this transition and eagerly anticipate Dr. Walton’s continued contributions to the advancement of the Graduate College of Social Work’s doctoral program.


https://uh.edu/socialwork/news/news-releases/2024-quenette-walton-named-associate-dean-of-doctoral-education/

: 50+ face-to-face and hybrid students attended SOCW 6201 Fdns of the Social Work Profession course at yesterday. The program included a panel, “Social Justice in Action,” that included community practitioners, alumni, current faculty & adjunct faculty.

We are pleased to announce Dr. Cynthia Warrick as the new Interim Dean of the Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW). Dr. Warrick is President Emerita of Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where she served as the 7th president and 1st female leader in its 148-year history. During her 6.5-year tenure at Stillman, she received numerous awards acknowledging her expertise in community bulding and town-gown local, regional, and national community relationships. Her extensive background in Environmental Justice and recent work as Executive in Residence in the College of Health Sciences at the University of Texas Permian Basin, where she facilitated the development of a new Master of Social Work program, make her uniquely qualified to lead the GCSW.

“We are confident in Dr. Warrick’s ability to provide steadfast support as we work to identify a permanent dean,” said UH Provost Diane Z. Chase. She shared this news with the campus community on June 28th, emphasizing that the university will continue its expedited and efficient search for top candidates from across the nation to fill the role of Dean of the Graduate College of Social Work.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Cynthia Warrick to the GCSW community.

Learn more about Dr. Warrick here: https://bit.ly/3MyfWYd

Welcome Back Students! Enjoy FREE breakfast this morning in the Jewel Box!

Kicking off with the annual Faculty/Staff Assembly.

“Being named an NASW Social Work Pioneer is perhaps one of the greatest honors of my career,” Robbins said. “As an NASW member for over 45 years, this recognition from our esteemed social work organization is an exciting capstone to my career. The work that NASW does to promote professional growth, effectiveness, and standards for social work practice, improve conditions for our clients, and promote sound policies is central to our work as social workers.” - Dr. Susan Robbins

Read more about Dr. Robbins and this outstanding achievement!

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- An intimate group of Advanced Standing Students enjoy an Ice Cream Social hosted by the GCSW Admissions team!

The GCSW Alumni Association Board of Directors invites you to its 2024 Annual Meeting on Saturday, September 14th, from 10 am to 12 pm on Zoom. Please scan the QR code or click on the registration link below to register for the event which is free to attend.

Learn more and Register here: https://uh.edu/socialwork/alumni/relations/association/

Today Anna Hunter (MSW '15), Director of Recruitment, represented the GCSW at the Baylor McNair Research Conference to speak with potential undergraduate students from all academic disciplines about ways to successfully navigate a path to a Ph.D. program after completing undergraduate studies!

"I believe emotional literacy and the destigmatization of mental health is an essential step on the road towards community healing." - Nohemy Gonzalez Rojas

Congratulations to MSW Student Nohemy Gonzalez Rojas who was awarded a 2024 Ima Hogg Scholarship by The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health.

Hogg Foundation for Mental Health

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- Congratulations to GCSW Alumni Dr. Jacquelynn F. Duron on her recent appointment as the new Associate Dean of Faculty Advancement in the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky. Go Coogs!

https://socialwork.uky.edu/dean-miller-announces-appointment-of-dr-jacquelynn-f-duron-as-associate-dean-of-faculty-advancement/

Dean Jay Miller Announces Appointment of New Associate Dean - University of Kentucky College of Social Work The Discover the University of Kentucky College of Social Work announces new Associate Dean of Faculty Advancement, Dr. Jacquelynn F. Duron. With extensive expertise in child resilience and community collaboration, Dr. Duron's leadership enhances child well-being through innovative research and clin...

The GCSW is thinking about you in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. We know many of you were impacted by wind damage, possible flooding, and are without power. We have set up this form for you to check in with us to let us know how you are doing and whether you have any emergency needs. We will be checking in with you in the coming days. (Link in comments).

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Congratulations to GCSW Alumna Eva Thibaudeau-Graczyk, LCSW, on her recent appointment as Director of Supportive Housing for NHPF (National Housing Partnership Foundation).

Eva's expertise and extensive career in supportive housing bring invaluable experience and leadership to NHPF. Eva's strategic addition to the team underscores NHPF's commitment to expanding its portfolio of permanent supportive housing, which follows a Housing First model designed to support chronically and formerly homeless individuals and families.

The NHP Foundation

Eva Thibaudeau-Graczyk

The NHP Foundation (NHPF) Announces the Appointment of Eva Thibaudeau-Graczyk as Director of Supportive Housing /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NHPF, a mission-based provider of quality affordable housing, is pleased to announce the hiring of Eva Thibaudeau-Graczyk to fill the...

As Month comes to a close, we celebrate our programs and staff members who dedicate themselves to the ongoing struggle for liberation, equality, and acceptance.

During a recent interview, SUSTAIN Wellbeing COMPASS Coordinating Center team members Dr. Bec Sokha Keo and Marcus Stanley shared their thoughts on pride and advocacy, community and collaboration, and the future work of the program and the communities they serve.

The SUSTAIN Wellbeing COMPASS Coordinating Center at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work is a vital hub in the fight against HIV/AIDS in the South. As one of four COMPASS Coordinating Centers, it focuses on mental health, trauma-informed care, substance use (especially harm reduction and the opioid epidemic), telehealth, and wellness in the context of HIV/AIDS.

Celebrating Pride, Advocacy, and Community Celebrating our programs and staff members who dedicate themselves to the ongoing struggle for liberation, equality, and acceptance.

Dear GCSW Community,

The GCSW is pleased to announce that there is a new faculty opening for a Clinical Assistant Professor. Applications will be accepted through TALEO for a full-time non-tenure track faculty member to teach and engage in academic service focused on Macro Social Work. At the GCSW, our vision is to achieve social, racial, economic, and political justice, local to global.

We invite applicants whose teaching and community engagement will inspire student growth and contribute to achieving this vision. We are particularly interested in applicants with demonstrated experience in macro-related practice and macro social work education through course teaching and/or practicum instruction. Appointments will begin on or around September 1, 2024.

We invite you view the posting and to submit an application online at https://uhs.taleo.net/careersection/ex2_uhf/jobdetail.ftl?job=FAC003431&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago.

Please feel free to share this information with your networks.

Celebrating , a historic and significant symbol of global liberation.

EXCITING NEWS!

Congratulations to COMPASS Initiative team member and UH SUSTAIN collaborator Masonia Traylor! Masonia, Ciarra Ci Ci Coven, and the extraordinary Sheryl Lee Ralph received TWO Daytime Emmy nominations for 'Unexpected'!

The documentary short 'Unexpected' tells the story of two activists and heroes, Masonia Traylor and Ciarra Ci Ci Covin, as they create an underground network helping women cope with and survive an HIV diagnosis in the rural South. It is a story of hope, perseverance, and the power of a shared connection. 'Unexpected' highlights a critical issue facing women all over the country: HIV and explores why Black women are disproportionately affected by the disease.

The documentary was produced by Sheryl Lee Ralph and director Zeberiah Newman.

Annual GCSW Alumni, Faculty and Staff Happy Hour
SEE YOU THERE!

Join the GCSW Office of Alumni, Career & Professional Development & the GCSW Alumni Association Board of Directors for an evening of locally crafted wines and bistro bites at our Annual GCSW Alumni, Faculty and Staff Happy Hour.

June 27, 2024 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm Sable Gate Winery
2600 Travis Street, #104 Houston, TX 77006

Charcuterie & Pizza will be provided | Beverages available for purchase

Email [email protected] if you'll be joining us no later than Monday, June 24.

Parking is available in the garage directly across the street if spaces are filled at the winery.

https://uh.edu/socialwork/alumni/relations/association/

Celebrating HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day with Elton John AIDS Foundation

Today, as we celebrate HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day, we reflect on our recent visit to Texas, where we met Nathan, who has been living with HIV for over 20 years. As a member of the Collective for Community Action Advocacy Group, Nathan is passionate about empowering others who are also living with HIV. He plays an important role in developing a trauma-informed care curriculum with the University of Houston (UH Graduate College of Social Work), a partner of Elton John AIDS Foundation.

This work aims to give organizations the vital tools, language, and knowledge so that they can provide more compassionate care. “When you’re talking about trauma-informed care, everyone can relate to it, everyone can connect to it,” Nathan explained. “At the age of 20, my nephew found out that he is HIV positive. I need to make sure he understands, and the people in my community understand, what HIV looks like today and what support is out there. He can look at life in a new way. It’s totally different now.”



Photo credit: Sean Black

GCSW Alum Marie Arcos (MSW '96) received a proclamation today from the City of Houston at the Houston City Council meeting recognizing her work in the community and 30 years of service to the YMCA OF GREATER HOUSTON. The proclamation declared today Marie Arcos Day in Houston.
Congratulations Marie!

Deeply saddened by the passing of Rev. Dr. William A. Lawson. As a leader, visionary, and relentless advocate for social justice, his legacy will forever inspire us at the Graduate College of Social Work. Rest in power, Dr. Lawson. 🕊️ "

It is with both inexpressible sorrow and overwhelming gratitude that we announce the passing of our Founding Pastor, Reverend William A. Lawson on May 14, 2024. He has completed his time of service here on earth and is now enjoying eternal rest.

In his nearly 96 years, Reverend Lawson has served as husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, as well as preacher, professor, and civil rights leader. But whatever title you may have used to describe him, it has been said many times that Reverend Bill Lawson was “Houston’s Pastor.”