Spring 2024

• Benefits

Taking introduction to sociology has provided an understanding to me od the broader social structures and systems that influence individuals and communities. This will be beneficial to me as a social worker in the future by allowing me to better identify the root causes of social issues and develop more effective interventions in my practice.

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Introduction to American politics provided me with a better understanding od how policies are created and implemented and allows me to better see how these policies effect different groups in our population. Because of this, I feel better preparred to advocate for my clients in terms of navigating political landscapes.

• Benefits

By taking a statistical analysis and reasoning course, I feel better prepared to interpret and analyze research data. This is critical for understanding social issues, and making informed decisions based on evidence-based practices within the social work field.

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Nutrition for health opened an entirely new realm of knowledge that I did not know about previously. This class provides a valuable understanding of how diet impacts ones physical and mental health which will in turn allow me to better assess and address client needs related to food insecurity, chronic diseases linked to poor nutrition, and overall wellbeing.

• Benefits

Taking a social welfare policy course as a social work student has been very moving for me. It offers a relevant understanding of the larger systemic factors impacting clients, which allows me to advocate for them effectively by navigating existing policies, identifying weak areas in policy, and overall working toward a more equitable social system for vulnerable populations.