The University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, located in Overland Park, KS, offers a range of academic programs including a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Master of Social Work (MSW), Doctor of Social Work (DSW), and Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD). Their strategic plan focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion, innovation and quality education, research advancement, and community engagement. With a strengths perspective approach, the school emphasizes the application of strengths in social work practice and acknowledges the importance of land acknowledgment.
They provide various opportunities for students, such as practicum education, added value opportunities, and student research. The school is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through the Toni Johnson Center for Racial and Social Justice. Additionally, they have research centers dedicated to community engagement, LGBTQ research and advocacy, and research on aging and disability. Their research initiatives aim to transform systems for family, community, and social justice, with a focus on children and families in Kansas.
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