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Pushing Limits, Fueling Hope

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U of U Master of Social Work student Erica Gebbia reflects on endurance sports and championing community needs ahead of her philanthropic solo ultramarathon and the NYC Marathon.

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"Repowering" Indigenous Perspectives Through Mentorship

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Utah's Dr. Dena Ned and UT Arlington social work PhD student Stephen Silva-Brave reflect on their experiences in CSWE's Minority Fellowship Program and how culturally-aligned mentorship can transform social work scholarship, broaden our perspectives on professional practice, and better support Native communities.

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A Legacy of Giving Back: Social Work Volunteers Serve Older Adults in the Salt Lake County Meals on Wheels Program

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College of Social Work staff and faculty have been volunteering with the Meals on Wheels program for over a decade. Recently, Salt Lake County honored the team with an award for outstanding volunteer service. In this story, longtime volunteers reflect on their service to older adults in the Avenues.

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A Conversation with Dr. Carrie Pettus

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Ahead of her keynote at the 2025 Utah Criminal Justice Conference (May 19 & 20), social worker Dr. Pettus shares insights from her career dedicated to advancing justice through data-informed approaches—and why investing in wellbeing over punishment is more urgent than ever.

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Last Updated: 12/12/23