Increase Well-being of Individuals and Communities
Social work is a dynamic profession concerned with the well-being of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and society. Social workers are people employed by community mental health agencies, hospitals, schools, employee assistance programs, family service agencies, and community service agencies. Our committed and dedicated faculty help facilitate student success, both in our undergraduate and master’s in social work programs, and as professional social work practitioners in whatever arena you may choose to practice. Our faculty challenge and inspire, guide and assist throughout your student career.
Department of Social Work Mission Statement
The mission of the Social Work Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is to promote social and economic justice and enhance social well-being through the preparation of capable and committed social work practitioners, excellence in scholarship and collaboration in community service.
News and Announcements
8/24/2026: Where Passion Meets the Podium: SIUE's 2026 Teaching Award Recipients Redefine What It Means to Teach (feat. Dr. Jennifer Erwin, Associate Professor/Interim Chair/BSW Director)
08/17/2026: In it to Win It: SIUE’s Venessa Brown, PhD, Receives National Distinguished Service Award (feat. Dr. Venessa A. Brown, Emerita Professor)
6/25/2026: SIUE’s Recovery Support Professional Training Program to Host Graduation of its Seventh Cohort (feat. Dr. Jayme Swanke, Associate Professor and MSW Director)
BSW students at Lobby Day, April 16, 2026
BSW students at Lobby Day, April 16, 2026
