News: School of Social Work

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Research |

A new book explores Gandhian thought and Quakerism to show us how both contribute to humanity’s quest for world peace.

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People |

Ivet Aldaba-Valera was the first in her family to graduate from college and now she’s helping other first-generation students get to the finish line, too.

Two gray and white sheepadoodles sit on outdoor stairs. The dog on the left raises his paw.
People |

Two paws up for these grads who share their love of UNLV through the eyes of their sheepadoodles.

Allison Slaughter seated at a desk.
Business and Community |

UNLV practicum helps social work students find the right fit and connect to future jobs.

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Business and Community |

College of Urban Affairs partners with community groups to stop Southern Nevada crisis.

woman holding sign saying "grief counselor"
Campus News |

University counseling experts step up to offer emotional support after the mass shooting in Las Vegas.

Oriana Galasso
People |

Student worker Oriana Galasso advises HOPE scholars on making the adjustment to UNLV.

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Campus News |

Back-to-school events to highlight UNLV campus traditions and student involvement, culminating with the president’s annual State of the University address Sept. 15.

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Campus News |

The featured speakers from UNLV Creates share their best advice with incoming students.

commencement ceremony
Campus News |

UNLV has a commencement tradition for the president to honor a few exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

Margie Toves
People |

Margie Toves is among the first graduates from a program to produce social workers specializing in children’s mental health.

teenage male, sitting in a dark hallway, holds his head in his hands
Research |

Vulnerable youth have a friend in Ramona Denby-Brinson, the 2015 Harry Reid Silver State Research Award winner.