For continuation in the major, a student must earn a grade of C or better in courses requiring mastery of principles, methodology, and practice and demonstration of professional values and ethics considered necessary for satisfactory performance in the profession (SWK 335, 337, 436, 482, 484, 486, and 494). A GPA of 2.5 or above is required to be accepted into the major. Students must also maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 to remain in the major. Internships may be repeated only with permission of the department. In major courses, students must also demonstrate English language skills commensurate with professional requirements.
In major courses, students must also demonstrate English language skills commensurate with professional requirements. Students are encouraged to have completed ENG 102/GSR 102 or the equivalent before beginning the major.
Prepare students for practice according to the principles, values, ethics, and skills that guide the social work profession.
Design and implement a current and updated social work foundation curriculum grounded in the liberal arts.
Prepare students as critical thinkers and change agents.
Prepare students for practice from a social justice perspective, that is, as advocates who work toward the elimination of economic, political, and social inequality of those with the greatest needs.
Motivate students to value diversity as a priority and to practice antiracism and cultural humility with respect.
Promote ongoing professional development with current trend.
Prepare students as competent entry level generalist social workers with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.