Social work researchers examine the health impacts of U.S. immigration policy
Deporting immigrants to countries where they never lived is causing mental and physical health disparities for individuals and families.
Cross-disciplinary approach seeks to revolutionize addiction treatment
A curriculum partnership among USC’s pharmacy, social work and medical schools drives the new Master of Addiction Science program. It’s the first of its kind at a major university.
Native American doctoral candidate focuses on policy to improve understanding of tribal sovereignty
Social work doctoral candidate Erika Salinas keeps the connection to her Native community at the forefront of her work. As National Native American Heritage Month continues through Wednesday.
First-of-its kind regional study explores the new face of veteran needs
USC social work study will survey approximately 3,600 veterans across three counties in Southern California with a goal of improving services.
Alumnus and veteran turns personal struggle into meaningful career
Charles Stafford found a brotherhood in the U.S. Marines, but also a major interruption to his sobriety. Today, the USC social work graduate is helping others find their way to recovery.
New USC center provides crime victims with free mental health services, support
The Trauma Recovery Center at the USC Suzanne-Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is the first comprehensive victim recovery behavioral health clinic at the university.
Kids’ return to classrooms brings unique challenges for school social workers
Their work is markedly different from that of counselors or psychologists — and more important than ever, experts at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work note.
Social work grad uses personal history to advocate for domestic violence legislation
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Inspired by her policy classes, Yvonne Elliott lobbied for the recent reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act.
Master in Social Work graduate dedicated to helping children experiencing homelessness
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Jennifer Weck was named School Social Work Intern of the Year by the San Diego Department of Education.
New Unchained Scholars leaders look to carry on their predecessor’s message of hope
They weren’t seeking leadership roles, but Tangela “Tangie” Griffin and Myra Waters stepped up when the president of the group — which supports formerly incarcerated master’s and doctoral social work students — died unexpectedly.
Her father’s mistakes don’t define this Trojan
With help from the student support group Unchained Scholars, Monique Bingham writes a narrative that’s very different from that of her father: He spent much of his life behind bars.
Social workers produce first study investigating forgotten HIV population
The first generation of people with hemophilia to live past 50 are aging in a world that doesn’t know what to do with them.
Formerly incarcerated Trojan works to dispel the stigma that afflicts others like her
The USC student support group Unchained Scholars helped Genevieve “Genna” Rimer on her path to a doctorate in social work.
Veteran and Firefighter Who Saved Countless Lives Struggled to Save His Own
Burdened by tragedy and pain, USC alumnus Michael Washington almost gave up on life. Now he helps other first responders find hope and healing.
USC social work researcher breaking new ground in suicide prevention
John Blosnich proposes a paradigm shift in suicide research by prioritizing social solutions and developing partnerships with industries outside of mental health and health care.
USC’s dentistry and social work schools provide mobile dental clinic for veterans
The mobile clinic collaboration offers comprehensive care for homeless and at-risk veterans, ensuring that they are cavity-free, infection-free and pain-free.
Master’s students help L.A. County with COVID contact tracing and vaccine surveys
A group of 24 public health and social work grad students are assisting the county with its pandemic-centric needs and gaining real-world experience in the process.
Sitcom taps experience of social work student and veteran
CBS’ United States of Al is about a vet adjusting to civilian life and the interpreter who served with his unit in Afghanistan. To one USC student, it’s a familiar story.
Social work professor reflects family legacy in criminal justice research
Robynn Cox believes her family’s history with social justice and her desire for fairness laid the groundwork for her research career at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work.
She fights hunger one USC student at a time
USC social work master’s student MaryAnn Samson helps other students apply for CalFresh benefits with a smile — and no judgment.
Kathleen Ell, 81, USC professor and social work pioneer
Ell dedicated 37 years to USC, where she held the Ernst P. Larson Professorship of Health, Ethnicity and Poverty.
Social work professor and alum appointed to L.A. County Crime Victims Advisory Board
Susan Hess, clinical associate professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, and alumna Patricia Ramirez were named two of the board’s six founding members.
Social work research expands on behavioral health effects of COVID-19
Professors at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work are investigating how the pandemic is affecting our mental well-being and working to develop strategies for recovery.
Social work grads make a career out of assisting veterans
Graduates from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work have found not only jobs but personal satisfaction working with service members and their families.