Spalding University School of Social Work

09/04/2026

Congratulations to alum and former faculty member Dr. Jennifer Jewell on her promotion to Assistant Provost at Columbia College School of Arts and Sciences!

08/21/2026

We’re happy to help spread the word about an upcoming Community Table session hosted by our community partner, The Coalition for the Homeless.

Child sexual abuse is preventable—when adults are informed, empowered, and proactive. This workshop centers on Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky’s "Are They Good for Your Kids?" campaign, offering practical tools, resources, and knowledge to help adults protect children in their lives and communities.

Participants will learn how to recognize grooming behaviors, understand healthy sexual development in children, and take concrete steps to create safer environments. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or community member, this session will equip you with the insight and strategies to make a lasting difference in a child’s life.

When: Aug. 26th, 12PM - 1:30PM
Where: 1300 South 4th Street, 40208

Use the link below to Register today!

Child sexual abuse is preventable—when adults are informed, empowered, and proactive. This workshop centers on Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky’s ***Are They Good for Your Kids?*** campaign, offering practical tools, resources, and knowledge to help adults protect children in their lives and communi...

05/09/2026

2026 MSW Graduates

05/05/2026

We’re happy to help spread the word about an upcoming Community Table session hosted by our community partner, The Coalition for the Homeless.

Practical Self‑Care & De‑Escalation (IN PERSON)
Wednesday, May 27
12:00–1:30 PM
1300 S. Fourth Street (Coalition basement)

This interactive Community Table brings people together to learn practical strategies for self‑care and de‑escalation in a supportive, in‑person setting. There are still openings available, but space is limited.

Interested in attending? Register here:
https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/f2fe0789-98e9-4ae4-80fc-8a969184dc6e/select

Note: This session will also be offered again in June or July—stay tuned!
We’re grateful to The Coalition for the Homeless for the important work they continue to do in our community. Please help us amplify this opportunity by sharing with folks who may benefit!

We spend much of our time trying to help clients de-escalate, but little attention is given to keeping ourselves calm. Join us for this **in-person** session on understanding how stress works and practical things we can do throughout the day to minimize its negative impact. Our presenter is Rev. Jos...

04/27/2026

Celebrating Milestones in CW PREP!

The School of Social Work is proud to highlight a meaningful moment from the 2026 CW PREP Spring Retreat.

Claudine Umutoni (Seated), who will be graduating from the CW PREP program this year — congratulations on reaching this important milestone!

Sarah Aporta (Standing), who is just beginning her journey in the program — welcome, and we’re glad you’re here!

Dr. Tony Helm, Assistant Professor and Director of Practicum Education, who continues to support students throughout every stage of their professional growth.

We’re honored to walk alongside our students as they transition from beginnings to accomplishments and beyond.

💙 Please join us in congratulating Claudine and welcoming Sarah as they each take the next step in their professional journeys.

04/27/2026

We are pleased to share the following opportunity on behalf of our community partner, Home Away from Home Therapeutic Center.

Join Them This Summer for Family Mental Health & Wellness
Home Away from Home Therapeutic Center will be offering a series of family-focused mental health and wellness events throughout the summer, centered on healing, connection, and community support.

The upcoming schedule includes:

May 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM – Caregiver Kickoff Workshop
June 2026 – Youth Wellness Workshops
July 2026 – Family Engagement Experience
August 2026 – Community Events (two events)

These events are designed to support caregivers, youth, and families through education, engagement, and accessible mental health resources.

Vendor Opportunities
Home Away from Home Therapeutic Center will offer free vendor opportunities during the August community events. Vendors are asked to provide their own table, tent (if outdoors), and chairs. Additional details and dates will be shared directly by the host.

This summer series offers families an opportunity to invest in their well-being and connect with a broader supportive community. Caregivers interested in attending are encouraged to contact Home Away from Home Therapeutic Center directly to register themselves and their youth:

Phone: 502-653-9732
Email: [email protected]

For those seeking therapy services, Home Away from Home Therapeutic Center invites you to visit their website:

www.hahtcllc.org
www.hahtcllc.com

Your Pathway to Renewal starts now