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Transform the world at the top-ranked Pitt School of Social Work! Here, you will learn the skills, knowledge and values to become an outstanding social work practitioner, educator or researcher.
Research @ Pitt Social Work
The faculty in Pitt’s School of Social work are conducting critical, rigorous, and boundary-pushing research that is grounded in community and lived experience and seeks to challenge oppressive systems, advance just policies and practice and contribute to collective well-being.
Signature Student Practicum
Our over 600 practicum sites create a strong foundation for valuable social work skills through opportunities like specialized and paid fellowships and unique placements in community organizations, healthcare settings, nonprofits, and more!
Child Welfare
The Child Welfare Education and Research Programs provide a continuum of professional development programs designed to prepare, strengthen and enhance the child welfare workforce.



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Human Flourishing Symposium scheduled for March 24th
On behalf of the Flourishing Research Collaboratives, I am excited to invite you and your school community to the inaugural Human Flourishing Symposium, a day-long gathering dedicated to exploring and advancing the concept of human flour
Conner talks about Black Pittsburgh Satisfaction and Retention Survey on WPXI-TV
Appearing on WPXI-TV, Center on Race and Social Problems Director Kyaien Conner encouraged local Black residents, and former residents, to take the Black Pittsburgh Satisfaction and Retention Survey.
ICYMI: Alumni Speaker Series with Kyle Crawford
Pitt School of Social Work alumnus Kyle Crawford (MSW ’12) goes into details about how he defines ambiguity and historical examples of unique moments of change from his new book, “Ambiguity is the Answer: Timeless Strategies for Cr