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The '''Columbia University School of Social Work''' ('''CUSSW''') is the [[graduate school]] of [[social work]] at [[Columbia University]]. It is located in [[New York City]] and is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools of social work in the [[United States]]. The school offers [[Master of Social Work]] (MSW) and [[Doctor of Philosophy|PhD]] degrees in social work.
The '''Columbia University School of Social Work''' (CUSSW) is a graduate school of [[Columbia University]] in [[New York City]]. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools of social work in the United States, having been established in 1898. The school offers a range of programs leading to the [[Master of Social Work]] (MSW) and [[Doctor of Philosophy|Ph.D.]] degrees.


== History ==
== History ==
The Columbia University School of Social Work was established in 1898 as the New York School of Philanthropy, making it the first institution of its kind in the United States. It was later renamed the New York School of Social Work and became affiliated with Columbia University in 1940. The school was officially renamed the Columbia University School of Social Work in 1963.
The Columbia University School of Social Work was founded in 1898 as the New York School of Philanthropy, making it the first institution of its kind in the United States. It was established to provide professional training for social workers, a field that was emerging in response to the social challenges of the time, such as poverty, immigration, and urbanization.


== Academics ==
In 1940, the school became part of Columbia University and was renamed the Columbia University School of Social Work. Since then, it has been at the forefront of social work education, research, and practice.
The school offers a variety of programs leading to the [[Master of Social Work]] (MSW) and [[Doctor of Philosophy|PhD]] degrees. The MSW program is designed to prepare students for advanced social work practice in a variety of settings, including [[clinical social work]], [[social policy]], and [[administration]]. The PhD program is focused on preparing students for careers in [[social work research]] and academia.
 
== Academic Programs ==
The Columbia University School of Social Work offers several academic programs:
 
=== Master of Social Work (MSW) ===
The MSW program at CUSSW is designed to prepare students for advanced social work practice. The program offers several concentrations, including:


=== MSW Program ===
The MSW program at CUSSW offers several concentrations, including:
* Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice
* Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice
* Social Enterprise Administration
* Social Enterprise Administration
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* Contemporary Social Issues
* Contemporary Social Issues


=== PhD Program ===
Students can choose from a variety of field placements in diverse settings, such as hospitals, schools, and community organizations.
The PhD program is designed to develop scholars who will contribute to the knowledge base of the social work profession through research and teaching. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research and offers opportunities for students to collaborate with faculty from other departments within Columbia University.


== Research ==
=== Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) ===
The Columbia University School of Social Work is home to several research centers and institutes, including:
The Ph.D. program at CUSSW is designed for students interested in research and academic careers in social work. The program emphasizes rigorous research training and the development of theoretical and methodological skills.
* The Center for Complicated Grief
 
== Research and Centers ==
The Columbia University School of Social Work is home to several research centers and initiatives, including:
 
* The Center for Poverty and Social Policy
* The Social Intervention Group
* The Social Intervention Group
* The Columbia Population Research Center
* The Global Health Research Center of Central Asia


These centers focus on a wide range of social issues, including [[mental health]], [[substance abuse]], [[poverty]], and [[social justice]].
These centers conduct cutting-edge research on issues such as poverty, health disparities, and social justice.


== Notable Faculty ==
== Notable Alumni ==
The school has a distinguished faculty that includes leading scholars and practitioners in the field of social work. Some notable faculty members include:
The school has a long list of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of social work and beyond. Some notable alumni include:
* [[Irwin Garfinkel]]
* [[Jane Waldfogel]]
* [[Ronald Mincy]]


== Alumni ==
* [[Frances Perkins]], the first woman appointed to the U.S. Cabinet, who served as Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
The school has a large and active alumni network that includes many prominent social workers, policymakers, and academics. Notable alumni include:
* [[Edith Abbott]], a pioneer in social work education and a co-founder of the School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago.
* [[Frances Perkins]], the first woman to serve in the U.S. Cabinet
* [[Edith Abbott]], a pioneer in the field of social work education


== See Also ==
== Also see ==
* [[Social work]]
* [[Columbia University]]
* [[Columbia University]]
* [[Social work]]
* [[Master of Social Work]]
* [[Master of Social Work]]
* [[Doctor of Philosophy]]
* [[Doctor of Philosophy]]
* [[Clinical social work]]
* [[Social policy]]


== References ==
{{Columbia University}}
{{Reflist}}
{{Social work}}
 
== External Links ==
* [https://socialwork.columbia.edu/ Official website]


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The Columbia University School of Social Work (CUSSW) is a graduate school of Columbia University in New York City. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools of social work in the United States, having been established in 1898. The school offers a range of programs leading to the Master of Social Work (MSW) and Ph.D. degrees.

History[edit]

The Columbia University School of Social Work was founded in 1898 as the New York School of Philanthropy, making it the first institution of its kind in the United States. It was established to provide professional training for social workers, a field that was emerging in response to the social challenges of the time, such as poverty, immigration, and urbanization.

In 1940, the school became part of Columbia University and was renamed the Columbia University School of Social Work. Since then, it has been at the forefront of social work education, research, and practice.

Academic Programs[edit]

The Columbia University School of Social Work offers several academic programs:

Master of Social Work (MSW)[edit]

The MSW program at CUSSW is designed to prepare students for advanced social work practice. The program offers several concentrations, including:

  • Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice
  • Social Enterprise Administration
  • Policy Practice
  • Contemporary Social Issues

Students can choose from a variety of field placements in diverse settings, such as hospitals, schools, and community organizations.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)[edit]

The Ph.D. program at CUSSW is designed for students interested in research and academic careers in social work. The program emphasizes rigorous research training and the development of theoretical and methodological skills.

Research and Centers[edit]

The Columbia University School of Social Work is home to several research centers and initiatives, including:

  • The Center for Poverty and Social Policy
  • The Social Intervention Group
  • The Global Health Research Center of Central Asia

These centers conduct cutting-edge research on issues such as poverty, health disparities, and social justice.

Notable Alumni[edit]

The school has a long list of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of social work and beyond. Some notable alumni include:

  • Frances Perkins, the first woman appointed to the U.S. Cabinet, who served as Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
  • Edith Abbott, a pioneer in social work education and a co-founder of the School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago.

Also see[edit]