Beth Skinner has spent more than 25 years in corrections, drawing on her Iowa education to bring research, rehabilitation, and a social work perspective to her leadership.

Jeong was selected for the Center for Social Science Innovation's Summer Researcher-in-Residence program, which provides dedicated time, space and resources to advance high-impact social science research, such as Jeong's research on suicide loss survivors.

The article highlights three reasons students choose the University of Iowa for social work: its top-ranked program and experienced faculty, its extensive alumni network and career connections, and its preparation for Iowa’s growing mental health workforce needs.

Jennifer Skolaski's journey demonstrates how a bachelor's degree in social work can lead to a career creating lasting community impact. Learn how the 2005 Iowa graduate has transformed her passion for helping others into a leadership role focused on solving complex challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Amanda Hebel has spent 15 years connecting patients and families with the resources they need most. The 2010 social work graduate shares how her Iowa education helped prepare her for a career rooted in compassion, advocacy, and human connection.

School of Social Work alumni Sara Kintzle MSW reflects on mentorship, trauma-informed care, and building a career in military social work.

Ariel Sanders leads youth outreach efforts with the Crittenton Center in Sioux City as a part of her practicum placement in Iowa's MSW program.

May Guo, associate professor for the School of Social Work, expands upon current understandings of aging in her new academic textbook. The textbook, "Aging and Diversity", analyzes aging from an intersectional perspective, taking into account the impact that race, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and religion have on one's aging experience.

To support the continued growth of the School of Social Work and the success of its students, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is investing in an expanded practicum education structure for the Social Work program.

Aislinn Conrad, an associate professor of Social Work at the University of Iowa research focuses on child abuse prevention and the ethical integration of artificial intelligence.