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Wayne State University School of Social Work is a professional school within Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. The school is ranked No. 34 nationally in the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking.[1] For its bachelor's degree program, it has been ranked No. 17 nationally by The Best Schools.[2] Its on-line social work degree program has been ranked No. 2 nationally behind Boston University.[3]

In February 2018, Sheryl Kubiak was named the dean of Wayne's School of Social Work, effective June 30, 2018.[4] She replaces interim dean Jerrold Brandell.[5] Joanne Sobeck is the director of the school's Center for Social Work Research.[6]

Wayne State University School of Social Work
Location
Detroit
,
Michigan
,
United States
Websitesocialwork.wayne.edu

History

Early history

The school's history dates to an undergraduate courses in social work that was begun at Detroit City College in the 1920s.[7] In 1931, the school's social work curriculum was formalized to include case work.[8] In 1936, Wayne University established a School of Public Affairs and Social Work.[9] The school's founding was approved the the university's Board of Governors in 1935.[10] The school's early curriculum included courses in assessments, governmental correspondence, municipal sanitation, personnel administration, abnormal psychology, government accounting, and municipal law.[11]

Brink years

In 1950, the public affairs program was moved to a new Department of Public Administration within the College of Liberal Arts, and the current School of Social Work emerged as a stand-alone school focused on social work.[9][7] In November 1950, Charles B. Brink was appointed as the first dean of the new school.[12] Brink remained the dean from 1950 to 1963.[13]

The school was initially housed at the Williams House, where Gov. G. Mennen Williams was born. The Williams House was demolished in 1956.[14]

Dillick years

Sidney Dillick was appointed as the school's second dean in October 1963.[15] He served as dean from 1964 to 1981.[13]

In 1971, the school's black students and faculty requested a separate program for black students. The faculty approved the request, triggering protests from a white faculty member who argued that the separate program "amounts to the use of public money for segregated facilities."[16]

Wayne State University has maintained accreditation from the Accreditation Commission of Social Work Education since 1975.[17]

Chestang years

In March 1981, the School celebrated the golden jubilee of social work education at Wayne State.[8] That same year, Leon Chestang was appointed as the school's third dean.[18] Chestang served as dean from 1981 to 1999.[13]

In 1990, the School of Social Work purchased the Thompson Home for Old Ladies, a landmark building located at the corner of Cass and Hancock in Detroit. The Italio-Victorian building, completed in 1884, was renovated by the school and has housed the school since 1991.[13][19]

Vroom years

Phyllis Vroom served as the school's fourth dean from 2000 to 2011. After stepping down as dean, she remained at the school as dean emerita.[20][21]

Programs offered

Bachelors of Social Work (BSW)

The BSW program at Wayne State University provides an introduction to social work and professional practice.[22][23]

Masters of Social Work (MSW)

The MSW program allows for students to gain professional experience and education in the field of social work.[22][24]

Doctoral Program (Ph.D.)

The social work first awarded doctoral degrees in 1949; this program prepares students for careers in education, academic research, social welfare policy planning and administration.[22][25]

Dual-title, joint-degree programs, certificates and continuing education

Dual-title, joint degree programs, certificates & various continuing education credits are offered through the Wayne State University School of Social Work. [22][26][27][28]

References

  1. ^ "Best Social Work Programs". U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  2. ^ "The 30 Best Bachelor in Social Work Degree Programs". The Best Schools. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  3. ^ "Top 10 Online Social Work Degree Programs 2018". Social Work Degree Guide. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  4. ^ "Appointments, Resignations, Deaths". The Chronicle of Higher Education. February 23, 2018.
  5. ^ "Jerrold Brandell". Wayne State University. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  6. ^ "Joanne Sobeck". Wayne State University. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  7. ^ a b Wayne State University, 1965-1966; Profiles: A Report for the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. 1966. pp. ii and 209.
  8. ^ a b Henry V. Bohm, Paul J. Pentecost, ed. (2000). Reminiscences of Wayne: Memoirs of Some Faculty and Staff Members of Wayne State University. Wayne State University Press. p. 286.
  9. ^ a b "Wayne State University Has Long, Rich History". The Holland Evening Sentinel. May 15, 1968. p. 34.
  10. ^ Wayne State University Official Proceedings Board of Governors Vol. 8 1963-1964. 1964. p. 1071.
  11. ^ "Variety Bills". Chicago Tribune. November 21, 1937. p. 7-3 – via Newspapers.com.
  12. ^ "Charles B. Brink Is Named Wayne U. Social Work Dean". St. Louis Post-Dispatch. November 13, 1950. p. 3.
  13. ^ a b c d "History of School of the School of Social Work". Wayne State University. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  14. ^ Evelyn Aschenbrenner (2009). A History of Wayne State University in Photographs. Wayne State University Press. p. 145. ISBN 081433282X.
  15. ^ "Two Picked As Deans At WSU". Detroit Free Press. October 18, 1963. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
  16. ^ "WSU Teacher Protests Separatism". Detroit Free Press. June 3, 1971. p. 5C – via Newspapers.com.
  17. ^ Wayne State University Official Proceedings Board of Governors Vol. 19 1974-1975. p. 2574.
  18. ^ "WSU names interim provost". Detroit Free Press. July 22, 1981. p. 16B.
  19. ^ Michele V. Ronnick, Marlise Beaudoen (2005). Detroit and Rome: Building on the Past. The Regents of the University of Michigan. pp. 100–101. ISBN 0933691092.
  20. ^ "Phyllis Vroom". Wayne State University. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  21. ^ "Recovering from cancer, WSU president gets help to run school". Detroit Free Press. October 4, 2012. p. A5.
  22. ^ a b c d "Wayne State University School of Social Work". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  23. ^ "Wayne State University Bachelor of Social Work". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  24. ^ "Wayne State University Master of Social Work". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  25. ^ "Wayne State University School of Social Work Doctoral Program". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  26. ^ "Dual-Title & Joint-Degrees". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  27. ^ "Wayne State University School of Social Work Graduate Certificates". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  28. ^ "Wayne State University School of Social Work Continuing Education". {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
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