Does Prison Cause Mental Illness?
When the words “prison” and “mental illness” appear together, we often hear them in one kind of debate. That is,…
Nabila El-Bassel: Slowness of Death Certifications Hampers Opioid Battle
Death certifications in New York State must be handled more promptly and efficiently, says Columbia University Professor Nabila El-Bassel, in…
Students Amanda Spishak-Thomas and Jasmine Awad to Speak at Graduation
The Columbia School of Social Work is excited to announce this year’s PhD and MSW student speakers. Among their other…
What Does Social Work Mean to You? (Video)
Social workers can be therapists, clinicians, economists, program directors, cabinet members, and school counselors. They can be educators, researchers, and…
Dr. Karen Bullock (MSW ‘92) Announced as 2023 Graduation Speaker
The Columbia School of Social Work is excited to announce that alumna Dr. Karen Bullock will give the keynote address…
Why New York City’s Economy Always Needs More Immigrants
Does an influx of immigrants strain New York City’s economy, as some people believe? Or does it make the economy…
Meet the Dean: Melissa Begg
Melissa Begg, who became Dean of the Columbia School of Social Work on September 1st, 2019, is a population health…
Celebrate Social Work Month with Us
Dear Friends, March is both Social Work Month and Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate and reflect on the…
When a Leader Burns Out
On January 19, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she was stepping down from the top job. She’d…
Meet Kamaria Gye Nyame Excell
February is National Black History Month. Here at CSSW, we reflect on the multitude of achievements, contributions to culture, and…
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Monkeypox Outbreak Could Be Fueled by Similar Misinformation, Stigma and Inequities to COVID-19, HIV
Time continues to be of the essence to combat the spread of monkeypox, despite the many challenges presented by misinformation…
