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of Social Work Articles

In our article library, you can find insights and news about our M.S.W. online option and read profiles of our expert faculty. You can also gain a deeper understanding of clinical social work, potential career paths and the myriad ways that the VCU Social Work program’s graduates are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families and communities.

Online Master
of Social Work Articles

In our article library, you can find insights and news about our M.S.W. online option and read profiles of our expert faculty. You can also gain a deeper understanding of clinical social work, potential career paths and the myriad ways that the VCU Social Work program’s graduates are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families and communities.

VCU MSW Alum, Nina Rhys.
Nina Rhys, a clinical social worker, shares her experience in VCU’s online Master of Social Work program and insights from more than 25 years in health care.
A social worker takes notes while speaking with a young girl.
In social work, behavioral health outcomes for children often depend on early treatment. Explore children’s behavioral health and the role of social workers.
VCU-branded graphic that reads "VCU SSW in the News."
An uptick in coverage of mass shootings has caused some to have crippling day-to-day anxiety. Hyojin Im, Ph.D., an associate professor in the online master of social work program at Virginia Commonwealth University explains how repeated trauma impacts the body's ability to accurately assess danger and cope with stress. Check out this article to read her insight.
A couple seated on a couch with a young child speaks to an adoption social worker.
Adoption social workers play a vital role in matching children with prospective families. Explore this profession and the necessary steps to enter the field.
A group of social workers have a discussion.
How is interdisciplinary collaboration in social work empowering? Discover how a Master of Social Work prepares social workers to build valuable partnerships.
A social worker and a child sit facing each other at a table while the child draws on a clipboard.
What social work specialization should you choose? Learn more about the main social work specializations and how to choose a career path in social work.
Four people wearing matching blue T-shirts sort donations of food and clothing.
What are social work field placements in social work education? Explore the benefits of social work field placements and how they advance your career.