08/12/20
Undergraduate School of Social Work Courses Open fall 2020
Posted by Tim on August 12, 2020 in Academics, Community Announcements
SW150LEC Social Media in Social Change
(3 cr. hr.) Reg. No. 22694 Remote
Tuesday/Thursday 7:05 pm-8:20pm
Instructor: S. Sacco
Description: This course will familiarize students with social media and social networking as they influence community change. Specifically, students will be introduced to the fundamental terms and concepts of social media and networking, including various interfaces, tools, and platforms that may be leveraged to promote community change and development.
An excellent example of the types of projects and skills that students develop can be viewed at:
SW220LEC Introduction to Community
Organizing and Development
(3 cr. hr.) Reg. No. 21475 Remote
Tuesday/Thursday 10am-11:20am Instructor: M. Lynch
Description: This course provides a general introduction to the history, organizations, strategies, and practice issues related to community organizing and development. Specifically, this course examines different types of community organizing and development approaches including, but not limited to workforce development, neighborhood revitalization, and arts and culture. Current trends and strategies for organizing residents and collaborating with community-based organizations are explored.
SW 225: Perspectives on Child Maltreatment and Advocacy (3 cr. hr.)
M/W, 10:20-11:40 AM (3 cr. hr.) Reg. No. 21448
Instructor: P. Logan-Greene Remote
This course provides the foundational knowledge to understand and recognize child maltreatment in diverse settings. The course covers the historical and comparative perspectives on child maltreatment, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for children and families. This course is designed for, but not limited to, students who are interested in public health, social work, human services, nursing and other health professions, sociology, psychology, law, and education.
