Department of Social Work

Guided by an overarching framework of social and economic justice, our mission is to promote the well-being of individuals, families, groups and communities. Our programs assist students in developing competencies for ethically and culturally competent social work practice within the distinct Appalachian culture of the region and across national and international contexts.

Hands-on, experiential learning is a signature component of Social Work curriculum. Students in both programs complete field placements in the region in order to integrate their coursework with experiences in social service and human service agencies.