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School of Social Work

The University of Southern Maine’s School of Social Work is committed to educating culturally competent social work practitioners for multi-level, strengths-based practice that values social justice, in order to enhance the well-being of diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

School of Social Work Diversity Statement

Commitment to diversity is an integral part of the School of Social Work’s mission.  The School of Social Work faculty and staff are committed to preparing culturally competent social work practitioners.  We welcome and honor people of all ages, abilities, creeds, cultures, genders, races, sexual orientations, and socio-economic statuses.  We value intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, academic freedom, and integrity, and vigorously promote a safe atmosphere where ideas can be presented and challenged in a mutually respectful manner. We promote values of social justice and social change, and strive to end discrimination, oppression, poverty, and other forms of social injustice through partnership with the community and in our teaching, scholarship, and service endeavors.

(Revised April 18, 2012)

BSW Assessment Outcomes 2011

MSW Assessment Outcomes 2011

News & Events

Roya Hejabian
Posted May 11, 2013
Roya Hejabian, who graduated this year from the USM Master of Social Work program and served as a 2013 commencement speaker, was featured in the Portland Press Herald article "USM graduate celebrates freedom to learn."
Posted April 28, 2013
School of Social Work students and Professor David Wagner were featured in the Portland Daily Sun for their efforts to raise awareness of the homeless and the need for affordable housing in downtown Portland.
Posted April 22, 2013
Thinking Matters is a student research, scholarship, and creativity symposium at USM.
June 19, 2013
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Room 102, Wishcamper Center, USM Portland Campus

MSW Admissions Process

Applicant Deadline Information: Application reviews for Fall 2014 will begin on 10/15/13. This is a firm deadline and no applications will be accepted after 10/15/13.

USM Graduate Student Guide to Financial Support

Tips for a strong application to the MSW program

*Information for Non-Matriculated Students*

Frequently Asked Questions

School of Social Work Community Awards

On Friday, November 2nd, 2012 at the 1st Annual USM School of Social Work Community Celebration we were proud to present this years:

2012 Social Work Community Award Recipients <please click on link

 

 

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