Rutgers University School of Social Work

09/10/2026

The combined MSW/MPP program offers students the opportunity to develop advanced policy practice skills with a focus on social justice and social welfare policy beyond the MSW curriculum. Learn more: https://socialwork.rutgers.edu/academics/master-social-work-msw/msw-dual-degrees

09/10/2026

The Alumni Council invites you to “Therapy Across the Party Lines: Navigating Sociopolitical Differences in Social Work Practice” on Wednesday, October 28, from 12–1 p.m.

Presented by Jeremy Brinsdon, DSW, this conversation will explore political polarization, sociopolitical identity, and evidence-based approaches for navigating differences in clinical practice, all with an eye toward building stronger, cross-partisan therapeutic alliances.

Attendees will receive 1 free Social/Cultural Competence CE.

📅 October 28 | 12–1 p.m.
💻 Online via Zoom

Learn more and register: socialwork.rutgers.edu/event/alumni-conversation-therapy-across-party-lines-navigating-sociopolitical-differences-social

09/09/2026

The team at the New Jersey Rural Health Resource Center (NJ-RHRC), including founder and director Jamey Lister (a associate professor), invites you attend its second educational event, "Tailoring Evidence-Based Practice Delivery for Rural Communities: Fidelity, Fit, and Feasibility" to be presented by interim co-director Nick Szubiak, MSW, LCSW. Learn more about determining the best practices for your organization while balancing evidence-based fidelity with the needs of rural populations. The event is free to attend and will be held on Zoom on Tuesday, September 15th, from 1:00-2:30pm ET.

Register: https://rutgers.zoom.us/meeting/register/x2NCQ-uWS2W4yjTCklzrdA

09/09/2026

09/08/2026

Sometimes the last person a social worker nourishes is themselves. Check out a variety of self-care resources put together for social work students and practitioners: https://socialwork.rutgers.edu/about/community-resources/self-care-toolkit

09/06/2026

The Office of Continuing Education is hosting a LSW/LCSW Examination Preparation Course on September 11. Learn test-taking strategies, practice with sample questions, and identify areas for content improvement. Register: https://socialwork-ce.rutgers.edu/index.php/product/2417?v=6803

09/05/2026

Dushawn A. Powell, MSW, ACSW, DSW-C shares his experiences ethically practicing culturally responsive school social work in the New Social Worker. Check it out: https://www.socialworker.com/feature-articles/ethics-articles/ethical-practice-culturally-responsive-school-social-work/

09/04/2026

🎓 Welcome, new MSW students!

is proud to welcome our newest Master of Social Work students, an accomplished and diverse group bringing a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and aspirations, to our community.

From across New Jersey and around the world, these students are beginning their journey to become the next generation of social work leaders, advocates, and changemakers. We can’t wait to see all they’ll accomplish!

Learn more about our new students: https://socialwork.rutgers.edu/news/rutgers-school-social-work-welcomes-new-msw-class-1

09/04/2026

The MSW Certificate in Aging and Health teaches students about the aging experience, how to care for older adults, and practice within healthcare settings. Learn more: https://socialwork.rutgers.edu/academics/master-social-work-msw/msw-certificates/certificate-aging-health