VCU School of Social Work presents the “Making a Difference” Ph.D. Alumni Award
At Virginia Commonwealth University School of Social Work, we have a strong sense of community among our Ph.D. students as well with our alumni. Our Ph.D. program places emphasis on developing and nurturing social work scholars and leaders who strive to make a difference in the lives of people served by social workers. In continuing […]
School of Social Work alumnus recognized in Top 40 Under 40
An alumnus of the VCU School of Social Work is recognized in Style Weekly’s 2013 Top 40 Under 40. Michael Gasper (M.S.W.’03/SW), 34 Executive director, Extra Special Parents After graduating from college with a degree in criminal justice, Massachusetts native Mike Gasper was working at a psychiatric hospital when he realized he wanted to help children before they reached that […]
Peer mentor program
The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Social Work reinforces their dedication to student success and expands their peer mentor program. The program now has 4 B.S.W. mentors and the 7 M.S.W. mentors and has matched almost 300 prospective and current students with mentors since August of 2012. The program connects students in search of mentorship […]
Alumna’s book helps readers discover themselves
VCU alumna and Richmond entrepreneur Sheena Lyle, L.C.S.W. (M.S.W.’96/SW) asks the question, “Who Told You that You Couldn’t Be You?” in her new book, released in October. Lyle’s first book is designed to help people discover who they truly are and help them take charge of the present. “You have permission to be who you truly are,” she said. “I was […]
School of Social Work Alumni Star nomination
The career of Stephen W. Harms (M.S.W.’82/SW) exemplifies the limitless possibilities for macro-level social work. Beginning with the first master’s-level position with the Virginia General Assembly’s Joint Audit and Legislative Review Commission, to deputy positions for two state governors and a deputy chief administrative officer position for the city of Richmond, Va., his successes affect change through social […]
Uncovering and celebrating the accomplishments of our alumni, students, staff and faculty
Imagine if Jane Addams had access to the internet. Would she have posted or tweeted about her struggles, ideas or successes? Would Janie Porter Barrett have used Facebook or blogs to capture her social reform efforts in the African American community in Virginia? Like these pioneers, today’s social work professionals share a passion for creating […]