Social Work Undergraduate

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The Bachelor of Social Work program (BSW) prepares students for entry-level generalist social work practice in Arizona's ethnically diverse population. Through small classes, students acquire the knowledge and skills to work effectively with individuals, families, organizations, and communities. Students will start by taking classes in foundational classes, including introductory social work classes, then take courses in the social work major during the junior and senior years. In the senior year, students will put their studies to practice by taking part in a field practicum. In addition to assessment and intervention skills, students learn about ethical practice and culturally sensitive practice. The department of Social Work focuses on generalist practice, an approach to problem solving and practice that recognizes:

social problems and their historical, social, political, economic, and cultural contexts;
strengths within individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations that each bring to their own solutions of those problems.

Alumni Profile

Elizabeth Kottoor

'99 B.S.W., '02 M.S.W

Director of Operations and Co-owner

Sunshine Residential Homes, Inc.

As a child in India, Elizabeth Kottoor studied with Mother Teresa, whose first school was housed at Kottoor's family home.

"Seeing the work of Mother Teresa at the school reinforced the importance of my parents' efforts and what my efforts should be."