NC State School of Social Work

10/19/2026

Join us for a special film screening of "Beyond the Athlete", a story that offers a powerful and unfiltered look at the realities of mental health in competitive sports.

This event invites students, athletes, educators, families, healthcare professionals, and community members to engage in a meaningful dialogue about well-being, connection, and the importance of seeing people as more than their accomplishments.

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10/12/2026

Our school is proud to present the Interprofessional Behavioral Health Speaker Series, a free monthly virtual webinar for behavioral health providers in the community. This series will cover a variety of topics, with the first session being held on October 28, 2026 from 12:00-1:30 PM.

Register using the QR code below or the link here: https://go.ncsu.edu/xss7epa

09/28/2026

For BSW student Whitney Fitzpatrick, one conversation with a fellow Wolfpack student led to a volunteer opportunity at SAFEchild, a Wake County organization dedicated to eliminating child abuse and empowering families, and ultimately a clearer vision of the social worker she hopes to become.

Read Whitney's story here:

Whitney Fitzpatrick, a Bachelor of Social Work student at NC State, puts her education into action and discovers a new passion.

09/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Sung-Ju Kim on receiving the Best Chapter President Award at the 2026 US-Korea Conference on Science, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (UKC 2026) in Orlando, Florida!

Under Dr. Kim's leadership, the KSEA North Carolina Chapter also earned the Best Chapter Award among more than 40 regional chapters nationwide, growing to become the largest KSEA local chapter in the country with 281 active members.

Read more here:

The Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) showcased major accomplishments and awards at UKC 2026. Dr. Sung-Ju Kim had the honor of receiving...

08/18/2026

Join the FREE Hip Hop is Higher Ed Symposium on September 3, 2026 in Durham, NC at the American To***co Campus! See more details on their official website here: https://go.ncsu.edu/vzccusu

08/17/2026

Earlier this month, the NC State School of Social Work hosted a federal roundtable at NC State's James B. Hunt Jr. Library alongside Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Administrator Thomas Engels and North Carolina health care leaders to discuss how federally funded programs are expanding behavioral health access for children and families across the state.

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On August 3, 2026, local and national health care leaders gathered at NC State's James B. Hunt Jr. Library to discuss ongoing federally funded behavioral health programs in North Carolina.

07/14/2026

We are proud to share that Professor Michelle H. Guarino has been appointed to North Carolina's Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force, where she will serve as Chair of the Intervention Work Group!

Established by Governor Josh Stein in August 2025, the task force brings together law enforcement, education leaders, mental health professionals, and community members to reduce the presence and impact of gang activity across the state, with a particular focus on keeping young people out of gangs.

Professor Guarino brings more than two decades of experience working alongside gang-involved youth, families, and communities to this role. We are incredibly proud to see her expertise shaping statewide solutions!

Read more about her appointment here:

Professor Michelle Hodges Guarino has been appointed to North Carolina's Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force, where she will serve as Chair of the Intervention Work Group.

07/07/2026

The School of Social Work is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alan Ellis as Executive Director and Department Head, following his successful year of leadership in the interim position.

He brings 30 years of professional experience to his new role, as well as a commitment to rigorous research and a visionary approach to social work education. Read more about his accomplishments and vision here:

The School of Social Work is pleased to announce Dr. Alan Ellis as the permanent Executive Director and Department Head, following his successful year of leadership in the interim position.

05/04/2026

We are so proud to share that two of our students have been named 2026 NASW-NC Equity and Inclusion Student Award recipients!

Congratulations to Juhi Dattani (MSW) and Alejandra Guerrero (BSW) for this well-deserved recognition. This award highlights students who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their communities, high academic achievement, and leadership in their social work practice.

Read the full press release here: https://go.ncsu.edu/l4abmju

04/20/2026

Earlier this month, four of our MSW students presented their research at the NC State Graduate Student Research Symposium!

Congratulations to April Davidson, Jenny Elander, Jaida Ellis, and Elle Thigpen for representing our school among nearly 200 graduate student presenters from across the university. We are proud of the scholarship these students bring to our program and to the field! 🐺