School of Social Work News

The School of Social Work is now advertising to hire 3 tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, all for an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

Complete details can be found on the Faculty Recruitment website at Faculty Postings Available | Faculty Recruitment . The deadline to apply is Monday, December 16^th, 2024.

Please direct any questions to Dr. Wayne Ambrose-Miller, Director, School of Social Work to nstonge@uwindsor.ca 

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This story is from the UWindsor Daily News, Friday, October 4th

Advisors to provide support to students | DailyNews (uwindsor.ca)

New support advisors will help provide counsel to students experiencing trauma as a result of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, says Provost and Vice-President Academic, Robert Aguirre.

“We have recognized that the current humanitarian crisis is challenging for many of us on campus, particularly for those members of groups who have been most directly impacted,” Dr. Aguirre says. “We are pleased to announce that two members of our faculty have stepped forward in this critical time to act as supports for students.”

Riham Al-Saadi, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, will serve as the Palestinian Student Support Advisor. She completed all her studies at the University of Windsor: a bachelor of science in behaviour, cognition, and neuroscience; and master’s and PhD degrees in social work. A Palestinian-Canadian whose family sought refuge in Lebanon in 1948, Dr. Al-Saadi focused her doctoral dissertation on immigrant and refugees’ acculturation process and her positionality as a Palestinian with immigrant and refuge milestones.

Ira Lawrence Cohen serves as the Jewish Student Support Advisor. He is a sessional lecturer in the Odette School of Business, teaching courses in the Master of Management program, including international business and strategy management. Dr. Cohen holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in communication arts, a postgraduate diploma in international business management, an MBA, and a PhD with a dissertation focus on solving the business challenges and developing the competencies of entrepreneurs through the application of action learning.

“I encourage students to reach out to either of these advisors for support in dealing with the impact of global conflict,” says Aguirre.

Contact details for the advisors:

Meet and greets for students to get to know the advisors are being organized for the coming weeks.

 

A second "Ask an Academic" Session for Students session has been added! Wednesday, October 23rd, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm EST

Online via Teams. Please email abbasi61@uwindsor.ca for the link

Join the School of Social Work at the University of Windsor's new initiative. Participate in workshops, covering grant writing, publishing, and career planning. Engage with faculty and PhD students through "Ask an Academic Scholar and Educator" sessions and the "School of Social Work's Cafe."

Open to PhD, MSW (On Campus), MSWwp, and BSW students, this project aims to increase research engagement, reduce anxiety, and foster mentorship. Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your academic and professional skills!

Learn about faculty research and research opportunities. Engage and ask questions to your faculty! Faculty that will be at these events:

Dr. Connie Kvarfordt, Dr. Festus Moasun, Dr. Riham Al-Saadi, Dr. Kristen Lwin, and Dr. Wansoo Park!

Please see attached flyer for further information.

Submit your questions to abbasi61@uwindsor.ca or scan the qr code in the flyer!

 

 

 

Dr. Betty Barrett, Teaching Award Recipient 

Congratulations to Dr. Betty Barrett who will be recognized at this year’s 18th Annual Celebration of Teaching Excellence on Wednesday, October 9^th. Dr. Barrett will receive the Alumni Association Award for Distinguished Contributions to University Teaching.

Dr. Barrett along with faculty across the university will be recognized at the annual event hosted jointly by the Office of the Provost and the Centre for Teaching and Learning. This event will celebrate faculty who have received recognition for teaching, mentoring, and educational leadership from March 2023 to March 2024 (view list of award winners).

Congratulations Dr. Barrett on this well deserved recognition!

Fall 2024 Open House

Join us for our upcoming UWindsor Fall Open House 2024 on Saturday October 26th from 10am – 3pm! Social Work will have a booth in the Toldo Lancer Centre and we will also be in the School of Social Work in Windsor Hall. We will be providing tours of our beautiful building. You can also speak to current students, faculty and staff! Please reach out to socwork@uwindsor.ca if you have any questions. We look forward to meeting you. Further information can be found at UWindsor Fall Open House 2024 (swoogo.com)

Dr. Debra Hernandez-Jozefowicz

 "Debbie (Dr. H-J) was one of the kindest souls, so motivating, inspiring, and continued to be a beautiful connection and support to me. I will never forget the impact she has on my academic journey".  Dr. Riham Al-Saadi

"I remember your big smile! You were so full of life even in difficult times. You were spirited and lively. Sometimes, you would change your hair color to blue or pink; I found it so amusing. You will be dearly missed Debra. You are somewhere we just don’t see you.  Rest in Peace."  Dr. Jayashree Mohanty

"Dr. H.J. was the faculty co-advisor for the Student Accessibility Committee that I served on when I was an MSW student.  Her passion for accessibility in school, society, and policy was a major inspiration in my career path.  Without her encouragement, I wouldn’t have had the courage to pursue policy as my area of practice and I wouldn’t be where I am today.  Her passion and warmth have stayed with me all these years and I will always remember her." Dr. Kristina Nikolova

Stefan Stevic, School of Social Work Alumni needs our support

Our BSW graduate (2020) and MSWwp graduate (Jan 2023) Stefan Stevic needs your support. Stefan, whom many of you know became diagnosed with cancer in his final BSW year. Despite being critically ill during a global pandemic Stefan completed his BSW requirements and was able to graduate on time with his cohort. Stefan completed his MSW in 2023 and has been successfully working in the social work field. Unfortunately, Stefan is currently experiencing additional serious medical challenges. His family has reached out for support. Please see their message below in the hope that you will consider supporting this brave, resilient graduate.

Fundraiser by Kelly-Anne Larade : Post Open Heart Surgery Recovery and Rehab for Stefan Stevic (gofundme.com)

Dr. Riham Al-Saadi reflects on her successful event!

New Faculty!

Effective July 1st, 2024 the School of Social Work welcomed two new faculty, Dr. Michael Bennett and Dr. Siham Elkassem. For further information on their research and teaching, please visit their faculty webpages at Dr. Michael Bennett | School of Social Work (uwindsor.ca) and Dr. Siham Elkassem | School of Social Work (uwindsor.ca)

June Convocation & School of Social Work Convocation Social 2024

We are proud to highlight our list of award recipients for 2024:

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