CSUSB School of Social Work

06/02/2026

A huge shout-out to our BASW juniors at the Palm Desert Campus for the outstanding advocacy work they're doing in the community. Keep inspiring us all!

Featured below are Mariah, Ashley, Angelbert, and Antonia.
Morongo Unified School District

05/13/2026

We were honored to welcome Dr. Corey A. Jackson, Assemblymember for California’s 60th District and proud CSUSB alumnus, to campus earlier this month for a conversation with social work students.

Drawing from his journey in public service,
Assemblymember Corey Jackson discussed the vital role community organizing plays in shaping legislative priorities and advancing public policy. He also reflected on how his background in social work continues to inform his approach to leadership, advocacy, and decision-making.

Dr. Jackson's insights offered valuable inspiration and guidance for students interested in careers in policy, advocacy, and public leadership. Thank you, Dr. Jackson, for investing in changemakers.

05/12/2026

Professor Yawen Li of the CSUSB School of Social Work led a group of students, including social work students, on an immersive study abroad experience in China.

Students explored major institutions and cultural landmarks while gaining firsthand insight into healthcare systems, community practices, and everyday life. The program provided a meaningful opportunity to examine how care and well-being vary across different cultural contexts.

Reflecting on the experience, Professor Li shared: “When students engage directly with different healthcare systems and cultural approaches to well-being, their perspectives expand and become more complete in meaningful ways—especially in how they understand care across cultures.” https://www.csusb.edu/inside/article/596026/csusb-students-explore-chinas-healthcare-culture-immersive-study-abroad

05/05/2026

CSUSB School of Social Work faculty and students participated in the 2026 NASW-CA Legislative Lobby Days in Sacramento on April 12–13.
This annual event brought together more than 1,200 social workers, students, and educators from across California to engage in policy education, connect with legislators, and advocate for meaningful change. We are honored to contribute to advancing social justice and strengthening our communities through collective action.
NASW-CA Chapter California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus

04/06/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our Title IV-E alum and faculty member, Shirley “Kippi” Begay, for this well-deserved feature.

The CSUSB School of Social Work recognizes and deeply appreciates Kippi’s impactful work and ongoing contributions to Native American children and their families. Such dedication continues to inspire our community and advance meaningful change. California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus

As a child welfare social worker with Napa County’s Department of Children and Family Services and Title IV-E alumnus, Shirley “Kippi” Begay wakes up every day knowing that she has found work with purpose. A former Care Coordinator with the Native American Health Center in Oakland, Kippi, who ...

01/30/2026

The School of Social Work was pleased to participate in CSUSB’s Direct Admission Day this past December. MSW alumna Melinda Corral, part of the School of Social Work’s Outreach and Admissions team, led a discussion with high school students at the Palm Desert campus. Participating schools included Coachella High School, San Jacinto Middle College High School, Palm Springs High School, and Cathedral City High School.
Ms. Corral shared, “Students presented themselves professionally and actively participated in discussions about the many roles and career opportunities within social work.” She added, “I love that CSUSB offers high school students valuable opportunities to experience college life and explore future career pathways.”
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01/22/2026

CSUSB School of Social Work Assistant Professors Emily Loveland, Jamal Appiah-Kubi, and Priyanjali Chakraborty presented at the 2026 Society for Social Work and Research Annual Conference in Washington, DC.

Held January 14–18, the conference—“Leading for Transformative Change: Aligning Social Work Science with Policy and Practice”—brought together scholars and practitioners dedicated to advancing impactful, evidence-based social work research. CSUSB Society for Social Work and Research

01/09/2026

✨ Join Our Team! ✨
The School of Social Work is hiring for multiple Full-Time Lecturers. Job Summaries include:
✔️ Director of Practicum
✔️ Practicum Coordinator
✔️ Title IV-E Project Coordinator
✔️ Title IV-E Practicum Coordinator
✔️ Title IV-E Practicum Support

Make a meaningful impact in social work education and practice.
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.csusb.edu/social-work/employment

The School of Social Work offers CSWE accredited BASW and MSW degrees on both San Bernardino and Palm Desert campuses and an online distance education MSW program. We seek applicants who are eager to serve our diverse students, many of whom are first-generation college students, through innovative a...

12/15/2025

Nine BASW students from the Palm Desert Campus (PDC) joined PDC Social Work Coordinator Frank McAlphin, along with PDC Social Work Business Manager Jake Vargas, in volunteering at The LGBTQ+ Center of the Desert’s food distribution event. Together, they helped provide food to more than 450 families across the Coachella Valley.
Reflecting on the experience, Frank McAlphin shared, “It was awesome to be out helping the community and a great way to end their first semester in the BSW program.” The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus

12/15/2025

Well-deserved recognition for Kurt Manio, who also brings his expertise to our Public Child Welfare Title IV-E Stipend Program through the School of Social Work.

https://www.csusb.edu/inside/article/593307/csusb-administrator-earns-first-star-brilliance-award-25th-anniversary First Star Cal-SOAP San Bernardino County Consortium

Alan Llavore | Office of Marketing and Communications | (909) 537-5007 | [email protected] CSUSB administrator earns First Star Brilliance Award at 25th anniversary celebration Kurt Manio, director of CSUSB’s First Star Academy and associate director of Cal-SOAP, was recognized with the First S.....