Community Engaged Scholars
Community engagement is foundational to the student learning experience within the Department of Social Work.
BSW applications are due March 15 at 11:59 p.m
Mission Statement
The BSW program’s mission is to prepare social workers for generalist practice in a diverse society and to equip students with the knowledge and skills essential to the enhancement of the quality of life for all persons.
Overview
Students studying Social Work at USU will learn to become advocates committed to the resolution of contemporary social problems. The program, which is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, prepares students to intervene with individuals, families, groups and communities while developing administrative skills to promote social change.
Career Application
Graduates of this program will leave ready to be licensed as social workers after passing the National Basic Social Work exam and the State of Utah Law and Ethics exam. After certification, graduates can seek employment in public and child welfare, healthcare, community organization or gerontology.
BSW Program & Field Manual
Get Involved
NASW
Learn the benefits of joining the NASW in conjunction with USU's Social Work Student Association.
Social Work Student Association (SWSA)
Social Work Student Association, an opportunity available to Social Work students on the Logan Campus.
Transforming Communities Institute
The TCI is a community-based research institute in the Department of Social Work at Utah State University that brings together faculty, students, and communities.
Alumni Insights
Careers In Banking
Hear from different viewpoints within the field of banking as CHaSS alumni talk through questions student have about building their careers after college.
Annalisa Blackham
Watch Annalisa Blackham speak to USU students about using her degrees in Social Work to help young men in the Philippines during her service in the Peace Corps.
USU’s Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and consequently meet licensure requirements in all 50 states. States differ in their licensing processes and students are encouraged to become familiar with these processes when pursuing licensure in a particular state.
Program Advisors
Jen Evers
Clinical Associate Professor | BSW Program Coordinator for Statewide Campus
(435) 797-5104
Moab Campus, 128B
jenifer.evers@usu.edu
Jayme Walters
Assistant Professor | BSW Program Director | Director of the Transforming Communities Institute
435-797-7693
Old Main 240B
jayme.walters@usu.edu
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Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Utah State University offers many options for financial aid, including university level scholarships and aid available to specific colleges and majors.