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Every year on the third Tuesday in March, the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) leads the celebration of World Social Work Day, when social workers worldwide stand together to advance a common message for social justice, human rights and social development globally, all through the p...

The Mandel School is pleased to announce Scott D. Ryan (GRS ‘01) as its 2025 diploma ceremony speaker. Ryan is a distinguished social work professional with an extensive academic and clinical background who has dedicated his career to child welfare, clinical social work and social justice. He serve...

Alumnus credits social work education for his success in business

These three core values drive the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. Read on to learn how faculty, students and alumni from the Mandel School are demonstrating these ideals through their impactful work. Equity Shaping the lives of the chronically homeless ...

Aspiring social workers follow in the footsteps of civil rights leader and former professor

How the Center on Trauma and Adversity is pioneering new approaches that nurture healing and resilience—in classrooms, on campus and in communities across the country By Daniel Robison Ruth Bieber-Stanley understands the power of a steady, supportive presence. Growing up in New Mexico, and durin...

cleveland.com: Richard L. Jones (SAS '75; GRS '81, social welfare), Mandel School Visiting Committee member and social work pioneer, wrote an op-ed on the importance of social workers. Social workers are on the front lines, helping communities navigate the real-life impact of shifting policies on h...

Associate Professor Emerita Kathleen Farkas and Lecturer Richard Romaniuk participated in an international conference via Zoom on Feb. 20, titled "Ukraine: Towards the West. Culture, Values and Language." Adam Mickiewicz University sponsored the peer-reviewed conference which drew scholars from Ukr...

One hundred years ago on this day, Louis Stokes (CLC ’49) was born. He dedicated his life to serving others, making a profound impact in Cleveland and across the nation. As Ohio’s first Black congressman, he spent 30 years in the U.S. House of Representatives, passionately advocating for civil right...

Celebrate Social Work Month with the Mandel School at our 2025 Impact Series! Join us as we recognize the field of social work and all the incredible things social workers do. All events will be held on campus and via livestream. See a full listing of Mandel School events. ...