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Texas Social Work Workforce Study

At the request of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, SHS and the University of Texas prepared for the State of Texas a study on the workforce needs of social workers in the Lone Star State.  The study revealed a significant unmet demand for social workers in Texas, with the gap expected to increase through the next several years.

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November 1, 2024
In support of the new partnership with the Steve Hicks School of Social Work (SHS) and the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health, Stacey…
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November 1, 2024
Several members of the SHS community presented or taught at the CSWE Annual Program Meeting in Kansas City, Missouri, from October 24-26,…
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October 25, 2024
The new Steve Hicks School of Social Work Alumni Association Board includes nine distinguished alumni that bring a depth of…
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Why the Steve Hicks School?

Ranked among the best ten schools of social work in the nation and located in the vibrant city of Austin, we offer a caring, small-sized community in a top-tier research university.

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Directed by social work faculty, these institutes focus on interdisciplinary, scientifically rigorous social and behavioral research.

Partnering with hundreds of agencies and professional social workers to provide structured, experiential learning opportunities, build capacity in the community, and advance social justice.

The DiNitto Career Center (DCC) is a one-stop shop for career advising serving social work students and alumni.

Explore online and in-person continuing education opportunities from our Office of Professional Development.

Meet Our Dean: Allan Cole, Ph.D.

Appointed as Dean in 2022, Dr. Allan Cole is passionate about promoting social and economic justice, alleviating critical social problems, and enhancing human well-being.

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We educate social workers with a passion for social justice and making a difference in the world.