Kent School of Social Work and Family Science - University of Louisville

“Researchers at UofL lead data-driven su***de prevention initiative in Louisville.”
Read about the research partnership with the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness and Dr. Laura Frey, professor and director of the Couple and Family Therapy Program.
https://research.louisville.edu/news/researchers-uofl-lead-data-driven-su***de-prevention-initiative-louisville

We’ve launched the Kent Alumni Corner Podcast. Join us as we engage with our Kent alumni who share their stories, news and experiences, and the impact they make in the communities they service and in the professional fields of social work and family therapy.

The inaugural episode features guest Ruby Jo Walker ’85. During the one-on-one conversation with our associate director of alumni engagement, Ruby Jo reflects on her journey as a social worker, clinician, author and Kent alum. She discusses her latest book “Applied Polyvagal Theory for Resilience and Post Traumatic Growth: A Clinician's Guide.”
First episode: https://socialwork.louisville.edu/alumni-friends/kent-alumni-corner-podcast

This multidisciplinary CEU conference is approve for. . .
- 5 KY MFT & KY Psych CEUs
- 6 KY Social Work & IN BHHS CEUs
- 6.5 KY Nursing CEUs

Don't miss out! Register today! https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0015-fe3a1a3cf0ec4f3088b4a8846e232404

Kent School of Social Work and Family Science - University of Louisville

Our reach goes beyond the classroom and into the community— working with community partners and supporting the mission to make the world a better place for all.

So enjoyed providing Youth Mental Health First Aid training for Louisville Metro Department of Health and Wellness in collaboration with Kent School of Social Work and Family Science - University of Louisville.

Moving passion in to action, “social work allows me to turn my experiences, education and leadership into meaningful action.”
Ka’Lynn Johnson, ‘26 alumna and BSW program graduate shares her personal story and reflects on her educational journey at the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and Family Science.

Congratulations, Ka’Lynn! As you continue to forge your pathway, let the Kent School mission guide you in making the world a better place for all.

UofL social work graduate finds purpose in path of service June 2, 2026 | As the eldest of seven children, Louisville native Ka’Lynn Johnson has always been her family’s de facto leader, coordinating all the family events, serving as emergency contacts for family members, marshalling needed resources for food and transportation. She didn’t know it gro...

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Live workshops are the perfect opportunity to connect and learn from other social workers - especially regarding ethical dilemmas! And our presenter, Claude Drouet, is one of the best to learn from! He provides excellent guidance during the workshop, and offers to be a support for future dilemmas or questions! Don't miss it!

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Our very own Dr. Jen Middleton was pleased to join Beatriz Vides & Keira Levit Sorrells with the NICUnity Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about what happens after trauma — and how lived experience can shape healing, advocacy, and peer support for NICU and loss families.

In this episode, we explore the powerful pull many parents feel toward helping others after their own NICU or loss journey, and the meaningful — yet sometimes complicated — relationship between trauma, purpose, and service.

Together, we discuss how lived experience can evolve into leadership, the importance of boundaries and sustainability in peer support, and the many ways families create connection and community after the NICU.

This conversation is a reminder that peer support is about more than being understood — it’s about helping families feel less alone while creating spaces for healing, connection, and hope.



Tune in to the latest episode of the NICUnity Podcast 🎧

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-from-wholeness-not-survival/id1843108397?i=1000770010530

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3tAzW94LtNXAmsV7DAYALw?si=0aa5459035314470

Kent School of Social Work and Family Science - University of Louisville
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Join Dr. Anna Stewart to explore her research on how Black women graduate students experience and cultivate joy in higher education - Centering Black joy as a source of healing and wellness, the findings emphasize community, identity, and the need for supportive academic environments.

Register today - https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0015-625a509af1b14ab5be68b131c90b7a00