The UIC Jane Addams College of Social Work carries forward the mission of social work pioneer Jane Addams, adapting it for today's urban communities.
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“Supporting Parents to Strengthen Families” is the theme for the 29th Karen J. Honig Memorial Lecture to be held March 19 from 4-6 p.m. at UIC’s Student Services Building. Mark your calendars and hope to see you there. bit.ly/4kkdvYH
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Asst. Prof. Kathryn Bocanegra discussed the trauma experienced by peacekeepers themselves during @wttw's new feature: Firsthand: Peacekeepers, a series aimed at understanding and reducing Chicago violence through profiles of local peacekeepers. to.pbs.org/41ozYww
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@JaneAddamsColl faculty, staff & students will exhibit their work at the @SSWRorg’s 29th annual conference in Seattle Jan. 15-19, 2025. bit.ly/3VBPJwK
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@JaneAddamsColl Asst. Prof. Daysi Diaz-Strong was named a @thisisUIC 2024-25 Teaching Recognition Program Award winner. Diaz-Strong is an expert on how exclusionary immigration policies impact the educational & developmental trajectories of undocumented Latinx immigrants.
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Giving Tuesday, a celebration of philanthropy & generosity, is Dec. 3. The #JACSW is educating the next generation of social workers whose passion is making the world a better place by assisting at-risk populations & we would love your support. bit.ly/3CEERri
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@janeaddamscoll is seeking nominations for its 2025 Pioneer Award, the college’s most prestigious honor. Submissions may come from alumni, current students, faculty and friends of the JACSW. Self-nominations are also acceptable. bit.ly/3AF1knm
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Lorrie Jones, program dir. & co-PI for the UIC Behavioral Health Crisis Hub @ the Jane Addams Center for Social Policy & Research, was quoted in a WBEZ story on a new Sangamon Co. pilot program to send clinicians to mental health crises instead of police. bit.ly/3XYcJpW
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@janeaddamscollege Asst. Prof. Sara Beeler presented her research on substance abuse patients seeking care at a mobile health van at @thisisuic SparkTalks. Beeler’s work seeks to better understand perceptions of care for people who use drugs. bit.ly/3KvIGjb
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@janeaddamscoll’s Asst. Prof. Kathryn Bocanegra discussed the impact of systemic violence on everyday life in Chicago & other public safety topics on WTTW’s A Safer City initiative, hosted by Joanna Hernandez. bit.ly/3wr83z3
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Almost 6,000 degrees will be awarded during #UIC commencement ceremonies May 1-5. Meet five inspiring UIC graduates who are ready to make an impact: today.uic.edu/meet-5-inspiri…
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New beginnings is the theme of the Spring 2024 @janeaddamscoll’s issue of Affirmations. Highlights include the 28th Honig Lecture, a 50th JACSW reunion, & a program helping formerly incarcerated individuals piece their life back together. bit.ly/44plc8g
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Thomas Morris returned to school after working 25 years in IT. On Friday, May 3, he will receive his master’s degree from the @janeaddamscoll. Read about Thomas’ journey in UIC Today. bit.ly/49ZxFAI
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Identical twins Monique & Monika Grant have been inseparable since birth, & on May 3 they will process together into Credit Union 1 Arena on the @thisisUIC campus to receive their master’s degree from @janeaddamscoll. Congratulations to all 253 graduates. bit.ly/3y0JA3Z
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@janeaddamscoll Asst. Prof. Laurenia Mangum and colleagues’ latest research published in @anacjournal delves into the vital experiences of Black mothers with HIV as they navigate the intersection of HIV care and parenthood. Read more: bit.ly/4atWtlz
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Immigration attorney Gladis Molina Alt, executive director of @theYoungCenter, discussed “Welcoming the Newcomer: Meeting Migration Trauma with Trust, Generosity, and Support" at the @janeaddamscoll’s 28th Karen J. Honig Memorial Lecture. bit.ly/4cXzSQ0
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@janeaddamscoll’s Branden McLeod talked about social policies impact on Black fathers’ roles, false portrayals on Black fathers & the tests they face, how views of Black dads have grown, & ways families benefit from involved dads on @WVON1690 “Equal Hope.” bit.ly/3TW7164
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Implementing a witness protection program would be an essential tool for detectives and families seeking justice, Kathryn Bocanegra, an assistant professor @JaneAddamsColl, tells @wttw news.wttw.com/2024/03/12/fam…
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Are you interested in joining a group that is working to successfully implement all aspects of Illinois’ community crisis response system? If so, the 988 Crisis Hub @ the @JaneAddamsColl of Social Work wants to talk to you. bit.ly/3TAvT4k
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