Social Work University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Overview

With knowledge grounded in the liberal arts, undergraduate students learn to examine social problems in cultural, historical and current political contexts. They learn to see elements of social problems from multiple perspectives and how to understand social problems in a changing world through a systematic framework.

The mission of our program is to prepare generalist social work practitioners who can promote positive change through social work practice, advocacy, education and leadership.

The goals of the Social Work degree at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee  are to prepare:

• Highly skilled generalist practitioners to work in a variety of ecological levels, including with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities and governments

• Ethical practitioners guided by the principles and values of the social work profession, including dignity and worth of the person, and importance of human relationships

• Culturally competent social workers who promote and advocate for social justice and human rights

• Social workers who engage in critical thinking and actively apply research evidence to practice, policy, advocacy, education and leadership

• Social workers who competently address the human service needs in the state of Wisconsin and the region

Encourage Change

We train students to encourage change among individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.

The Social Work Department partners with hundreds of sites in Wisconsin to provide hands-on experience. Students use this experience to integrate their classroom knowledge with social work practice.

By the time they graduate, students are prepared for a range of meaningful careers at local, state and national levels.