Social Work in the News – Sept 29, 2008

Sep 29, 2008

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Americans gloomier, for now
USA Today
Her husband is making 5% to 10% more than last year and her new degree in social work should have meant a job soon, but hasn’t.

Social worker creates travel matching site
Reading Eagle – Reading, PA
By Jenee Osterheldt They share their secrets, the ups and downs of their days. And over the years, she has heard a recurring sentiment from some of her

The great circus workout
KING5.com – Seattle, WA
You’re turning your body upside down in space, and you’re having to engage your core,” said Carrie Heller, MSW,Director of the Circus Arts Institute.

Message on the move: MSU students take out
Indian Express – New Delhi, India
In an attempt to create awareness on social issues in the slum areas of the city, more than 100 students from MS University (MSU) Faculty of Social Work

Bethany Student Obtains $5000 Social Work Grant
KSAL, KS
A grant obtained by a student at Bethany College will help the school’s Social Work Department. According to the school, senior social work student Kelsey

Fla. social workers dig into own pockets for needy clients
Scripps News, DC
The National Society of Social Workers has a strict code of ethics that discourages workers from giving personal money to clients. ..

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