We encourage you to stay connected with the College of Social Work alumni community. Even if you live far from campus, you can stay involved by following us on social media, participating in professional development workshops streamed online and more.
Our more than 9,000 alumni contribute to the social work landscape worldwide through service and leadership. They are committed to public service in a variety of career opportunities, including health, migration, education, military and substance use disorders. We are also strengthened by alumni who serve as field instructors and workshop presenters for our continuing education programs.
The College of Social Work is dedicated to maintaining life-long relationships with our alumni. Whether mentoring future social work professionals or participating in our events, you are essential to the continued progress and success of our college community.
LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Deflection), a new partnership between the West Columbia Police Department and the S.C. Department of Mental Health, is a community-based alternative to prosecution.
Alumna Averie Douglass rekindled her passion for horses during her graduate work at USC. After a break from riding, she discovered equine-assisted therapy, blending her love for horses with her social work studies.
Building and understanding community has motivated Jackie Whitmore since he was captivated by his grandmother’s family stories during his childhood in Columbia, South Carolina. It led him to a career in social work and fueled a passion for African American history in his home state.
Black Girls In Social Work Founder Bodequia Simon was awarded Social Work’s Pioneer Award during her first BGISW conference. More on this influential alumna.
Damron often worked with people who had serious and persistent mental illnesses. She began writing fiction while she was still working.
Social workers often help people resolve complicated issues involving health insurance, housing and the complicated landscape of Medicaid. They also meet people where they are — to help resolve problems big and small.
As a Captain in the Army Adjutant General Corps, Amirah Ambekisye-Cotton has met a lot of soldiers. She’s processed their paperwork, celebrated promotions and awards, advised them on progressing their careers and helped guide them through challenges.