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About UB School of Social Work

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  • 12/22/20 COVID-19 Social Work Updates
  • 4/2/19 UB Social Work: A Better Vision of Society
  • 10/8/18 Our History
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  • 11/2/20 Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice
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  • 2/18/20 What are Trauma-Informed and Human Rights Perspectives?
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  • 11/21/16 Contact Us

SSW at a Glance

Founded: 1934

Dean: Nancy J. Smyth

Student Body: 700

Degrees and Programs:

  • PhD in social welfare
  • DSW online
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    Community Organizing & Development
  • 2/4/20 Our Rankings and Accolades
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