AUM - Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Last week, we had the chance to travel to Denver, Colorado, for the 2026 Title IV‑E Roundtable: Growing Hope Rooted in Community, and it was such a meaningful experience. The conference offered a wonderful space to learn more about child welfare and the support available to both undergraduate and graduate students.

We were also able to bring one of our students, LaKeisha Lark, along, and she soaked up so much knowledge to share with AUM. Seeing her excitement and growth was honestly one of the best parts of the trip. The conference even included a fun reception at the Denver Broncos stadium, which gave us a little time to relax and connect with others in the field.

I really love moments like this, when we get to learn, grow, and show our Social Work students just how many doors a social work degree can open.

We couldn’t let the month end without celebrating our incredible senior graduates in the Social Work program. Congratulations on finishing strong and stepping confidently into your next chapter. We are all so proud of you and the impact you’re destined to make.
(A few graduates are not pictured.)

The Department of Social Work and Anthropology was delighted to celebrate our students at the Spring 2026 Student Recognition Ceremony. We are especially proud to welcome new members into the Phi Alpha Honor Society and the Lambda Alpha Society. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement!

To our graduating social work seniors: congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone! As you prepare to cross the stage this Saturday, we celebrate not only your accomplishments but also the exciting paths ahead, whether you’re continuing your education, beginning your professional journey, or taking a well-earned pause to reflect and recharge.

We are so proud of each and every one of you. Remember, once a mentor, always a mentor. You will always be part of our community. Wishing you all the very best in the journey ahead!

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to celebrate some of our students in the Social Work program. At the Celebration of Research and Creative Activity and Community Engagement Recognition, Tanjankia Haynes was awarded the Community Engagement Recognition. Students Jennifer Grant, Shannon King-Jackson, and Jamesha Bennett had the opportunity to present their poster presentation on "Am I Enough? Confronting Imposter Syndrome in the BSW Experience. We ended the day with the Honors Day celebration, recognizing one of our seniors, Shannon King-Jackson, as the Outstanding Student for the Department of Social Work and Anthropology. Beyond pleased to see these accomplishments.

Today's the day! Please consider a donation to our department or AUM in general.

Tomorrow, April 22nd, is AUM's 10th Annual Day of Giving. Please consider a donation to the Department of Social Work and Anthropology. Funds raised are used to provide our students with experiences beyond the classroom, such as attending local and regional conferences, including the Alabama Conference of Social Work, and participating in events such as Advocacy Day at the Alabama State Capital.

To donate specifically to our department, go to https://give.aum.edu/campaigns/aum-department-of-social-work-and-anthropology

To learn more about how AUM's Day of Giving helps AUM students in general, click on https://give.aum.edu/pages/aum-day-of-giving

Tomorrow, April 22nd, is AUM's 10th Annual Day of Giving. Please consider a donation to the Department of Social Work and Anthropology. Funds raised are used to provide our students with experiences beyond the classroom, such as attending local and regional conferences, including the Alabama Conference of Social Work, and participating in events such as Advocacy Day at the Alabama State Capital.

To donate specifically to our department, go to https://give.aum.edu/campaigns/aum-department-of-social-work-and-anthropology

To learn more about how AUM's Day of Giving helps AUM students in general, click on https://give.aum.edu/pages/aum-day-of-giving

TBRI- 4th training in the series (VIRTUAL)

$25

Free for AUM faculty, staff, students and alumni and DHR workers.

Thank you to Student Social Work Association (SSWA) President Brandie Greathouse, panel moderator Zaria Moss, and all the SSWA members who helped put together another successful annual social work panel discussion. An even bigger "thank you" goes to our panelists who took time out of their busy schedules to speak to our students. They learned alot from your presentations and we appreciate you. Social workers rock! 🎉

AUM Student Social Work Association presents:

Ethics & Self Care Training

3 hours, in-person - Montgomery Alabama $25

Free for AUM faculty, alum, students and DHR employees.