Student Social Work Organization

The Student Social Work Organization is a student organization for anyone with an interest in social work.  SSWO was re-established in September 1993 at MTSU under the initiation of Flip Leonard, a social work student, who served as president until 1994. Currently, Dr. Ariana Postlethwait serves as the SSWO faculty advisor.

Motto

Students reaching out to make a difference

Colors

Blue and Yellow

Mission

The mission of SSWO is to (a) advance excellence in social work practice, (b) encourage members, (c) provide an opportunity for members to socialize with peers and colleagues, and (d) provide opportunities for students to participate in various learning experiences. Former projects have included hosting parties for children, providing meals for people experiencing homelessness, food drives, voter registration drives, donating money to the Honduras Project, book drives, hosting distinguished lectures events, and making bows for Child Abuse Awareness month. SSWO also sponsors events for members such as guest speakers, seminars, social gatherings, and fundraisers. A newsletter is produced each semester as well.

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