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University of Wisconsin-Madison

School of social work.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Ph.D. Program in Social Welfare strives to develop scholars, leaders, and social work educators who will advance knowledge about social work, social welfare policy, and intervention strategies from a behavioral and social science perspective to improve the quality of life of individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. The program has a strong reputation of academic excellence. Students have a wide selection of courses in world-renowned social and behavioral science departments such as sociology, economics, educational psychology, human development and family studies, the La Follette School of Public Affairs, psychology, women’s studies, population health sciences, and nursing. The Ph.D. program provides an interdisciplinary plan of study in basic and applied social research. In their programs doctoral students build and integrate knowledge in:

• a substantive or social problem area (e.g., child welfare, aging, developmental disabilities, end-of-life care, health, mental health, poverty)
• social science theory (e.g., theories of the life course, economic theory, psychopathology, organizational theory, stress process theories)
• research designs and statistical methodologies (e.g., program evaluation, policy analysis, longitudinal analysis).

• Where: Madison, Wisconsin
• Type: Public
• Degree Offered: PhD in Social Welfare
• Program Type: In-Person Program Only
• Students: Full-time Enrollment Only
• Average Enrolled Students Yearly: 3-5 Students
• GRE Requirement: Yes
• TOEFL Requirement: Yes, with a cut-off score
• MSW Requirement: No
• Two Years Post-MSW Experience Required: No
• Joint MSW/PhD Program: Yes

Substantive Research Areas of Faculty

• Adolescent and Youth Development
• Aging/Gerontology
• Child Welfare
• Children & Families
• Family Violence
• Housing/Homelessness
• Mental Health
• Military/Veterans' Issues
• Poverty/Disadvantaged Populations
• Social/Economic Justice
• Social Welfare Policy
• Work/Family/Family Policy

For more information visit University of Wisconsin-Madison .

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• Social Welfare, Doctoral Minor

All Graduate School students must utilize the Graduate Student Portal in MyUW to add, change, or discontinue any doctoral minor. To apply to this minor, log in to MyUW, click on Graduate Student Portal, and then click on Add/Change Programs. Select the information for the doctoral minor for which you are applying.

Doctoral students outside the school are invited to consider the minor in social welfare. The 9-credit minor requires three doctoral-level courses from the School of Social Work. One must be a Social Policy Seminar ( SOC WORK 950 PhD Proseminar ), one must be an Applied Theory Seminar ( SOC WORK 951 PhD Proseminar ), and the third can be a 3-credit social work doctoral course of the student's choosing (which could be another SOC WORK 950 PhD Proseminar or SOC WORK 951 PhD Proseminar seminar).

Professors : Lawrence M. Berger, MSW, Ph.D.; Marah H. Curtis, MSW, Ph.D.; Katherine Magnuson, Ph.D.; Stephanie A. Robert, MSW, Ph.D. (School director); Tracy Schroepfer, MSW, Ph.D., Kristen Slack, A.M., Ph.D.

Associate Professors : Lauren Bishop, MSW, Ph.D.; Tally Moses, MSW, Ph.D.; Marci Ybarra, MSW, Ph.D.

Assistant Professors : Pajarita Charles, MPA, MSW, Ph.D.; Lara Gerassi, MSW, Ph.D.; LB Klein, MSW, Ph.D.; Jooyoung Kong, MSW, Ph.D.; Jessica Pac, MPA, Ph.D.; Alejandra Ros Pilarz, MA, Ph.D.; Tawandra Rowell-Cunsolo, MA, Ph.D.;  Tova Walsh, MSW, Ph.D.; Yang Sao Xiong, MA, Ph.D.

Faculty Affiliates: Judi Bartfeld, BS, Ph.D; John Eason, M.P.P, Ph.D.

A complete list of all faculty and staff in the school is available on the School of Social Work Directory .

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Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work College of Letters & Science socwork.wisc.edu

Social Work Admissions Office [email protected] 608-263-3660 School of Social Work Building, 1350 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706-1510

Emmy Roper, Graduate Coordinator [email protected]

Pajarita Charles, Ph.D. Program Chair [email protected]

Stephanie Robert, Director of the School of Social Work [email protected]

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UW-Whitewater graduate one of 15 family members to attend the university

W HITEWATER, Wis. (WMTV) - Saturday was a special day for seniors at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, with hundreds of students graduating from several programs.

Ty Jahnke, one of this year’s student speakers, is one of 15 family members to go to UW-Whitewater.

“You know what, it was probably kindergarten when my mom first brought me to this campus,” he said. “Ever since then, this is the only place I was going to apply and it’s the only school I did apply.”

The Watertown native says the family tradition is in place for good reason.

“I’ve truly enjoyed the experience. I was a part of multiple things on campus. I was an athlete, I was an RA and those things really shaped who I am now.”

Julie Zaborowski earned a B.A. in Social Work and has already secured a position in Madison.

“I’ll be an adoption coordinator and so I’ll be setting up for families who unfortunately don’t want the child and setting them up with a potential foster family who do want children,” she said. “If you’re still in college, don’t wish your life away, don’t try and grow up too fast because I promise you it’s coming, it’s coming fast.”

Each student’s college journey is different.

“Growing up, everyone was always saying they wanted to be a teacher, firefighter, policeman. I just didn’t know what I wanted to do until after I had kids,” Katrina Badertscher said. “I was content where I was. And then some things happened that made me want to get a better degree so to open up more opportunities. I’m very happy with that decision.”

Badertscher graduated with a B.A. in Early Childhood Education with a dual license in Early Childhood, Regular Education, and Special Education.

Jahnke, graduating with an M.A. in Applied Kinesiology, says it is up to each student to make the most out of their college career.

“Get involved, you know, do things on campus, don’t just sit in your room. Play a sport, be an RA, do a clever organization, do something, meet people. You know, this is the time to grow, to get connections for life,” he said.

All three students are a part of UW-Whitewater’s ‘ Hired Before Graduation’ campaign. The tradition showcases students who have already decided what their next step is, whether it is a full-time job, graduate school, or starting their own business.

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Social Worker – Geriatrics – UW Health

Be part of something remarkable

Come make a difference in the lives of patients.

Our team is growing and we are seeking a  Social Worker – Geriatrics  to:

• Collaboratively develop patient goals, monitor progress, address barriers to goal achievement and evaluate outcomes of individualized care plans.
• Consider barriers including coping with chronic illness, mental health history/symptoms, cognitive development, adverse developmental events, resistance to treatment, health system impediments, lack of social support and vulnerability.
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of State rules and Federal regulations that ensure safety, quality of life, and protection of patient rights.
• Engage patient/family in the treatment and decision-making process with respect to patient rights, principles of confidentiality, respect for patient privacy, and right to self-determination.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility – UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Work Schedule : 

This is a part-time, 70% FTE day shift position. Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm, no weekends, holidays or on call. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Education :

Minimum – Masters of Social Work

Work Experience :

Preferred – Two (2) years prior hospital based social work experience

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum – Licensed in the state of Wisconsin with one of the following within 90 days of hire:

• Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker (CAPSW)
• Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

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UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.  EOE, including disability/veterans.

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