Florida State University College of Social Work

Meet the people who work behind the scenes of FSU College of Social Work as we go ! ✨

Our first staff spotlight is Jen Altrogge. We asked Jen a few questions so you can get to know her a little better. ⤵️

- What’s your role, and how long have you worked here?
"I am the Executive Assistant to the Associate Deans and the Office Administrator at the College of Social Work. I've been in this position for a year and previously worked at the Florida Center for Reading Research at FSU."

- What do you love about working at FSU College of Social Work?
"I love the people I get to work with! They make coming into the office a joy. Additionally, I love working in administration in higher education at the College of Social Work. A combination of the things I'm passionate about and love."

- What’s something in your office that tells a story about you?
"My youngest daughter painted this watercolor for me with the following quote on the back, 'The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.'"

- What’s a hobby or activity you enjoy outside of work?
"I love the beach and the mountains and am likely to be reading and drinking a cup of coffee at either spot. I'm currently reading 'The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny' by Kiran Desai."

Alumna Sunshine Arnold (BS '02, MSW' 10) brings over two decades of experience to her role as the first licensed clinical social worker to serve on the Citrus County Fire Rescue Community Paramedicine program team.

Working alongside paramedics, Sunshine provides community-based support, including substance use support, to help residents take steps toward long-term recovery. https://bit.ly/4ed7tH3

We're delighted to share that Dr. Kirk A. Foster will be the next dean of FSU College of Social Work!

A nationally recognized scholar and leader, Dr. Foster currently serves as dean of University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work and brings more than two decades of experience committed to academic excellence, student success, and strengthening communities.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Foster this fall and stepping into the next chapter together. https://bit.ly/4oi7JZW

Alumnus Pat Garvey is honoring his mother’s legacy through the endowment of the Jean Margaret Garvey Graduate Scholarship.

“The scholarship under my mother’s name, Jean Garvey, encapsulates her vision for her children and the thousands that she assisted in her career of getting a quality education.” https://bit.ly/4ofVlts

This weekend, Kim White and her teaching assistants, Rachel Greene, Maris Young, and Paula Reiter, welcomed the Groups class for a weekend of skill-building and community.

We love giving our online MSW students the opportunity to learn together in person! 🤝

This year, we launched the Justice and Health Innovation Research Institute to address disparities between the justice system and the fields of behavioral health and substance abuse care.

Led by Founding Director Dr. Tanya Renn, JHI will focus on building pathways to recovery, disrupting cycles of justice involvement and strengthening communities. https://bit.ly/4vtjzCO

Now hiring! 📣

The Stoops Center for Communities, Families, and Children is hiring a part-time Student Assistant to support curriculum development for online behavioral health and workforce training programs (paid position, 15–20 hours/week).

To apply, send your resume to Margarita Amado-Blanco at [email protected].

Three members of our College of Social Work community were honored at The Oasis Center for Women & Girls Trailblazer Luncheon this spring.

Alumni Hannah Chronic and Graciela Marquina received Unsung Hero Awards. Our Director of Development, Paige McKay Kubik, was awarded a Trailblazer Award.

Congratulations to these outstanding Tallahassee women! 👏 https://bit.ly/4uNsP56