Social Work

Students From Across New York State Attend Youth Conference Hosted by Niagara University Ostapenko Center

March 31, 2025

Middle and high school students and their teachers from schools across New York state gathered at the Niagara Falls Convention Center on March 20 to attend the 8th Annual Youth Action Conference, hosted by Niagara University’s Ostapenko Center for Race, Equity and Mission.

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Mackenzie Forbes, Paige Hergott, and Olivia Harrington

Three Niagara University Social Work Students Receive Award at National Conference

March 18, 2025

Social work seniors Paige Hergott and Olivia Harrington and junior Mackenzie Forbes received second place honors for their poster, “The Importance of connections and relationships within the social work field displayed through SWSA” at the 42 annual conference of the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors, March 12-15, 2025, in Las Vegas.

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Simulation Gives Students Greater Knowledge of Challenges Faced by Individuals with Dementia

March 6, 2025

Students in Dr. Beth Tripi’s SWK212 class and their peers from two nursing classes shuffled around the Gallagher Center’s Multipurpose Room on March 6, attempting to complete a series of tasks in a matter of minutes.

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Social Work Department Observes National Social Work Month

February 18, 2025

In observance of National Social Work Month, the Niagara University Department of Social Work is hosting a series of events throughout March. This year's theme is "Compassion + Action."

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Niagara University Students Partner With Community Agencies to Impact the Lives of Others

December 12, 2024

As the revitalization of the City of Niagara Falls continues, the importance of human capital in that endeavor cannot be understated. Niagara University and its students consistently participate in initiatives that are fostering this transformation.

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Niagara University Students Travel to Nation’s Capital to Advocate for Mental Health Services

May 9, 2024

A student delegation from Niagara University traveled to Washington, D.C., April 14-16 to speak with elected officials and advocate for the passage of the Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2023.

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Dr. Rolanda Ward Receives Champion of Justice Award from National Association of Social Workers

March 25, 2024

Dr. Rolanda Ward, associate professor of social work at Niagara University and endowed faculty director of the university’s Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Race, Equity, and Mission, received the Champion of Justice Award from the New York state chapter of the National Association of Social Workers at a virtual ceremony on March 28.

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Keith Caldwell, ’00, Creates Connections to Strengthen Communities

March 13, 2023

Keith Caldwell, ’00, believes the impact of universities goes beyond education and research. He sees them as drivers of economically vibrant communities, as well.

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