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Strategic Plan

UT Social Work is committed to supporting our community members who come from across the state and around the world and who bring a variety of perspectives and experiences. Since its inception, social work education and practice have advanced the values and ethical principles of social justice and human flourishing. These opportunities, values, and ethical principles drive our work.

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Texas Social Work Workforce Study

Understanding The Social Work Workforce

At the request of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, UT Social Work and The University of Texas at Austin 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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Dr. Rebecca Gomez announced as inaugural fellow for David Johnson Professorship in Social Work
June 27, 2025

Dr. Rebecca Gomez announced as inaugural fellow for David Johnson Professorship in Social Work

Rebecca Gomez, Ph.D., will serve as the inaugural fellow for the newly established David Johnson Professorship in Social Work, effective this…
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Dr. Danielle Parrish announced as Steve Hicks Professor in Addictions and Substance Abuse Services
June 26, 2025

Dr. Danielle Parrish announced as Steve Hicks Professor in Addictions and Substance Abuse Services

Danielle Parrish, Ph.D., has been appointed as Texas Social Work’s Steve Hicks Professor in Addictions and Substance Abuse Services, effective this…
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Dr. Fiona Conway announced as fellow for Ruby Lee Piester Centennial Professorship in Services to Children and Families
June 25, 2025

Dr. Fiona Conway announced as fellow for Ruby Lee Piester Centennial Professorship in Services to Children and Families

Fiona Conway, Ph.D., will serve as the newest fellow for Texas Social Work’s Ruby Lee Piester Centennial Professorship in Services to…
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Texas Social Work announces LCSW Scholarship Program for graduates 
June 17, 2025

Texas Social Work announces LCSW Scholarship Program for graduates 

Substantial funding from a private foundation is removing one of the biggest barriers keeping talented social workers from reaching their…
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Why UT Social Work?

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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Our Academic Programs

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Research Institutes

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

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Practicum Education

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

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DiNitto Career Center

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

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Office of Professional Development

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

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Meet Our Dean: Allan Cole, Ph.D.

Appointed as dean in 2022, Dr. Allan Cole is passionate about teaching, service, practice, and leadership.

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