Community Success Stories

Celebrating the achievements, milestones, and transformative moments that define our social work education community. Here's where we honor the dedication and progress of our students and partners.

Student Achievement Highlights

Record-Breaking Certification Completions

Our December 2024 cohort achieved a remarkable 94% completion rate for diversity and inclusion certifications. This represents the highest success rate in our program's history, with 187 students earning their credentials.

Community Partnership Expansion

We're proud to announce partnerships with 12 new social service organizations across Virginia, creating additional internship and career opportunities for our graduates. These collaborations focus specifically on culturally responsive practice models.

Alumni Recognition Program Launch

Introducing our new monthly alumni spotlight series, where we celebrate graduates making significant impacts in their communities. This month features three professionals who've implemented innovative diversity programs in their organizations.

Upcoming Community Events

Join us for educational workshops, networking opportunities, and community engagement activities designed to enhance your professional development journey.

February 15, 2025

Cultural Competency Workshop Series

A comprehensive three-part workshop focusing on developing cultural awareness and inclusive practice techniques. Perfect for current students and recent graduates looking to strengthen their professional toolkit.

Virtual & In-Person 3 CE Credits Interactive Sessions
March 22, 2025

Alumni Networking Mixer

Connect with fellow graduates, share experiences, and explore collaboration opportunities. This quarterly event brings together professionals from various social work specializations to foster ongoing community connections.

Richmond Location Light Refreshments Career Resources
April 10, 2025

Research Presentation Symposium

Students and faculty will present current research on diversity, equity, and inclusion in social work practice. This event showcases innovative approaches and evidence-based strategies developed by our community.

Research Focus Poster Sessions Open to Public

Our Community Impact

These numbers represent real people making genuine differences in their communities. Each statistic tells a story of dedication, growth, and positive change in the field of social work.

342
Graduates in 2024

Students completed our diversity and inclusion programs, with 89% reporting increased confidence in culturally responsive practice.

28
Partner Organizations

Community partnerships providing internships, mentorship, and career placement opportunities for our students and graduates.

95%
Employment Rate

Of our 2024 graduates found employment in social work positions within six months of completing their certification programs.