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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 5h

Kudos to Dean @teribrowne.bsky.social - the keynote speaker for the 2025 Annual Conference for the Society for Transplant Social Workers. More on this organization here: bit.ly/46P6QkK. #GamecockChangeMaker #kidneytransplantscholarship

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 1d

Kicking off fall break 🍁 the right way at #COSW with @uswsa.uofsc and s'mores! 🍫 @UofSC #wellness

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 2d

Quick lunch for #COSW at the @SCstatefair - and another terrific #CarolinaDay on campus and off. 😎 🎡#SCWeatherRocks

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 3d

Our leadership and scholars at the 2025 Aging and Alzheimer's Disease Research Symposium at @UofSC - building stronger communities in #SouthCarolina and beyond. @USCArnoldSchool #changemakers

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 3d

Don't forget to register for our free CEU! ⬇️ Join us for our Oct. 24 webinar on suicide risk assessment and ethics for rural & underserved areas with professors Aidyn Iachini and Candice Morgan. This is free, virtual and open to anyone. Register here: https://bit.ly/4o7lBox

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 4d

Congratulations to professor Aidyn Iachini, named as a fellow to the #SEC Academic Leadership Development Program! Here's her 2025 cohort: bit.ly/46IiNZq @uofscprovost.bsky.social #socialworkGamecocks #highereducation

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 4d

Know a sc.edu #socialwork graduate making a real difference? Nominate them for the 2026 Alumni Awards! Nominations are open until Jan 5. We'll celebrate our winners on Mar 20 during Social Work Month. 🎉More info here: bit.ly/4mQt7Dj #Gamecockalumni

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 5d

From public defender to #MSW student, Kathryn McGrady’s work with juvenile clients inspired her shift to trauma-informed #socialwork. She's pursuing her degree at @sc.edu to support youth and bridge the gap between justice and care. Here's more: bit.ly/3VT9SOt #changemaker

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 6d

COSW professor Terry Wolfer turned his yard into a thriving habitat with 70 species of native plants, prompting Columbia, SC to change its ordinance to invite “naturalistic gardens” to Columbia landscapes. Here's more on his local impact: bit.ly/3IVaNLj%F0%9... #changemaker

Growing Native - Columbia Metropolitan Magazine

The front yard of Terry Wolfer’s Cottontown home does not resemble the typical suburban landscape, one of well-manicured lawns with…

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 7d

Calling all #Gamecock social work graduates from 2000 - 2005! We want you at our class reunion! Join us Oct. 31 for a fun and complimentary class reunion lunch. Please rsvp by Oct. 15: bit.ly/3IAWADf. We can't wait to welcome you home! 🏠#socialworkgamecocks #USCAlumni

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

It was a terrific moment as our generous donors met our #COSW scholars today! We're proud of these future #changemakers and profoundly grateful for the support that makes their dreams possible.💙More photos coming! #Gamecocksocialwork

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

It was a phenomenal day at the @NASWSC Chapter Conference! 🤩 Not only was it great to see so many of our terrific alumni and site leaders but we were also proud to see #COSW professor Stephanie Hunter present! #NASW #SocialWorkGamecocks

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

Proud moment for #COSW🎉 Our students were shining at the NASW-SC Chapter conference - forging new connections that will be invaluable for their #socialwork careers. We're excited to see them representing #COSW so well. 🤩 #SocialWorkGamecocks

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

It's a treat for #SouthCarolina to host NASW CEO Anthony Estreet with the NASW-SC board including faculty member Scott Fairweather. Welcome to #SC! 🎇 #socialwork #Gamecockchangemakers

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

Walking around our @UofSC campus today? Come check out our pollinator garden in front of Hamilton - you'll probably see a 🦋 or two...or three! #Wellness #CarolinaDay #GamecockExperience

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

Faculty member Rhonda DiNovo presents on the LEADS program, a #socialwork and law enforcement partnership at @LexingtonHealthSC's 2025 Social Work Conference. #SW2025 #LEADS #CommunityPartnerships

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 9d

Faculty member Rhonda DiNovo presents tomorrow on the LEADS program, a #socialwork – law enforcement partnership at @LexingtonHealth's 2025 Social Work Conference. @WestColumbiaPD

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 10d

Close proximity to the #SC Statehouse makes #COSW a great place for our students to advocate - here's a crew of #changemakers turning their passion into action. #socialworkchangemakers

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 11d

Welcome Alexis Scurry! As our new Interim Associate Director of Field Education for the online #MSW, her experience in child welfare, prevention and advocacy will help shape the next generation of #SouthCarolinasocialworkers. 🌱 bit.ly/42g0JmQ#Game...

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 12d

Head over to the SC State House tomorrow, Oct. 1 and support our #BSW student advocacy team! Junior Meg Matheson will speak on SC Bill SB323 and reproductive rights around 9:30 a.m. Be there at 9 to get a seat! #socialworkchangemaker #advocacy

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 12d

Attending the @NASW-SC conference this week? Don't miss #COSW faculty expert Stephanie Hunter as she presents Friday afternoon on forensic social work! 🤩 #changemaker

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 13d

Thinking about an #MSW? Join us at one of our virtual info sessions in October to meet our enrollment team! With 3️⃣ campuses, online learning and flexible degree pathways, you’ll find the right fit to transform lives - and your future. 💡Please register here: bit.ly/46HIAQd #SocialWork #Gamecocks

USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 14d

It was a powerful day at the Carolinas Food Insecurity Summit. Our crew of students Ana Grypp and Kathryn McGrady and staff member Kim Crawford brought back insights and a drive to support our community. ➡️ #EndHunger #StudentLeadership #GamecockImpact

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 14d

Community in action! 🌟 The Undergraduate Social Work Student Association volunteers each month - this time at the Harvest Hope Food Bank in Columbia. 💙 Putting #socialwork values into action - these are our #changemakers! #Gamecocksocialwork

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USC Social Work @uofsccosw.bsky.social · 15d

Congrats to our #MSW leadership for 2025-2026! 🤩 #socialworkGamecocks #COSWChangeMakers