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Welcome to the BSW Program!
We’re excited to have you as part of our social work community! By choosing this path, you’ve taken an important step toward a rewarding career dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of others.
Over the next few years, you’ll gain the values, knowledge, and hands-on skills needed for generalist social work practice. This journey will challenge and inspire you—and you won’t be doing it alone.
Take full advantage of the resources available to you: connect with your academic advisor, reach out to the BSW Program Director, engage with our dedicated faculty and staff, and get involved with the Student Social Work Organization. These connections will support your growth and help you make the most of your time in the program.
We’re here to support you every step of the way—let’s make it a great journey together!
Scholarships
Student Handbook
The BSW Student Handbook and the Undergraduate Catalog are essential resources designed to guide you through your academic program and support your continued progress. Click the buttons below to access each resource and stay informed throughout your journey.
Students Organizations
Social Work Student Association (SWSA)
Both pre-social work students and social work majors are encouraged to join the Social Work Student Association (SWSA). The guiding principle of the SWSA is “Making a Difference in People’s Lives”. Its purpose is to promote awareness about the profession of social work in the community, as well as on campus, and to foster unity among social work students through mutual support and advocacy. The organization offers students opportunities to enhance personal growth through sharing and working together and to learn about organizational dynamics and leadership.
The student organization operates through a committee structure that offers social work students many opportunities to participate in community service activities, fundraising, student support, student recruitment, and community and university events. (See SWSA By-laws, Appendix 43). Its Executive Committee includes the Officers of the organization, as well as the Chairperson of its six standing committees, ensuring broad-based decision-making and information sharing. Elections are held each semester.
Students may join the organization at any time during the year by contacting SWSA’s Recruitment Committee Chair or Treasurer. A small membership fee is required. The combination of membership dues and special fundraising projects helps finance lunch meetings, as well as student trips to NASW conferences or Social Work Legislative Day activities in Austin and/or other functions.
- Ms. Sonja Arredondo
Advisor
(956) 665-2421
Sonja.arredondo@utrgv.edu