Department of Sociology and Social Work
IMPROVE LIVES, ADVOCATE FOR CHANGE, AND IMPACT YOUR COMMUNITY
Our department aims to prepare students to understand how people, groups and institutions interact within and between societies. Students in both sociology and social work majors gain practical experience through internship that align with their interests, working under the supervision of social service professionals in a variety of agencies and organizations.
Sociology students prepare for careers in community and human services, law enforcement and criminal justice, public service, general business and management, and other careers that build on analytical skills and global and multicultural competencies.
As a professional program, our social work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The program prepares students to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a variety of situations and across many practice settings. Many social work students go on to pursue a Master’s degree in Social Work.
Supporting Your Career Journey
Intern Partnerships
The department has established relationships with numerous community agencies to give students practical career experiences.
Department Scholarships
Scholarships in the Department of Sociology and Social Work are determined by faculty nomination.
Research Projects
Develop your passion and skills through meaningful student research with a sociology and social work mentor. Get involved in research in the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences in 3 steps!
Student Learning Outcomes
All Council on Social Work Education programs measure and report student learning outcomes. Students are assessed on their mastery of the competencies that comprise the accreditation standards of the Council on Social Work Education.
In the News
Meeting Diverse Community Needs
Connect with Faculty
Our faculty have extensive experience and are committed to providing individual attention in small classes.
Social Justice Immersion
Students work first-hand with environmental justice organizations, advocacy groups, and community revitalization projects they would not otherwise experience. Multi-day trips immerse students in the work of social justice nonprofit agencies to help them prepare themselves as future professionals.
Field Education Program
Community professionals are instrumental in providing field education supervision for the UW-Stevens Point Social Work Program. Learn more about the roles and responsibilities of site supervisors and students.
Social Justice and Equity
Now Enrolling!
Earn your 12-credit certificate in Social Justice and Equity. Our program examines the principles of social justice theory and practice, social activism, and cultivates professional proficiencies that address equity, diversity and inclusion – with a particular focus in the United States.
Substance Use and Addiction Studies
Now Enrolling!
The Substance Use and Addiction Studies Minor will prepare you to engage, assess, and intervene with individuals, families, groups, and communities impacted by substance use. When paired with a major in social work or psychology: human services, the minor is approved as a pre-certification education program to earn certification as a substance abuse counselor.
Child Advocacy Studies
Starting Fall 2024!
The nationally-certified CAST curriculum trains students to recognize, react, and respond effectively to child maltreatment. The 3-course, 9-credit certificate provides students realistic scenarios to practice essential skills and develop competency needed to effectively address and prevent child abuse.
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