A social work major studies social welfare systems, those public or private assistance programs aimed at helping people who might be vulnerable or disadvantaged. Through the curriculum, students ...

Social work is a field of study and profession aimed at addressing problems in society—from educational inequality to health disparities to child and family welfare. Whether they practice directly ...

Saint Louis University's social work programs prepare students to excel as social work leaders who engage on the frontlines addressing today’s most critical issues. Students in SLU's social work ...

The social work minor is for students who want their education to connect to real people and real issues. In just 18 credit hours, students gain insight into how social systems affect individuals and ...

Social workers help people cope with various problems in their lives, including mental, behavioral and emotional issues. Some social workers specialize in different areas of their field. Licensed ...

In May 1997, I was privileged to receive a Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of New Hampshire. While my career since that point has gone in various directions, I definitely consider ...

The mission of the MSW program is to prepare ethical, competent advanced generalist social work leaders who are able to practice reflectively and autonomously in complex environments across system ...

Much work in social psychology focuses on prosocial behavior or behavior that has the effect of helping others. Understanding the roots of prosocial behavior, often framed as altruism, can help shed ...