LSU School of Social Work

09/04/2026

MSW program graduate Dean Sheara Jennings
comes home to the School of Social Work to visit for a lively discussion with students and faculty to discuss career and research opportunities.

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

It's not too late! Join us tomorrow and grab 2.0 Clinical hours over a long lunch. And don't forget - now you can use these hours for this year's LABSWE licensure requirements or save them for next year!

This interactive virtual CE workshop will explore practical, ACT-informed strategies that help clients develop psychological flexibility, reconnect with what matters most, and take meaningful action—even when anxiety is present.

Through clinical examples, experiential activities, and guided discussion, you'll gain practical skills you can begin applying in practice right away.

📅 8/21/2026 | 11:00am - 1:15pm
Virtual via Zoom
2.0 Clinical Hours

$50 general admission / $45 LSU SSW alums & supervisors

https://cvent.me/MAPK53
Register and add new tools to your clinical toolkit!

08/12/2026

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08/06/2026

⏰ The LABSWE continuing education deadline is almost here! Don't wait until the last minute to complete your required CE hours.

Already have all of your required hours? Good news! Louisiana social workers can now carry over up to 10 CE hours into the next licensure period, making this a great opportunity to start banking hours for next year.

Join us for two upcoming live virtual workshops:

🤖 Beyond AI Basics: Ethical Integration of AI in Social Work Practice & Client Use of AI
📅 August 7 | ⏰ 10AM - 1:15PM
✅ 3.0 Ethics CE Hours

🌿 Practical ACT Interventions for Working with Clients Experiencing Anxiety
📅 August 21 | ⏰ 11AM - 1:15PM
✅ 2.0 Clinical CE Hours

Learn more & register: https://www.lsu.edu/chse/socialwork/continuing-education/opportunities.php

Need hours before the August 31 LABSWE licensure deadline? These sessions can help you finish strong.

Register today and check your CE requirements off your list before the deadline!

07/31/2026

07/31/2026

For many clients experiencing anxiety, it's not a lack of insight or motivation. It's becoming caught in cycles of worry, avoidance, and the struggle to control difficult thoughts and emotions.

Join the LSU School of Social Work for an interactive virtual CE workshop exploring practical, ACT-informed strategies to help clients develop psychological flexibility, reconnect with what matters most, and take meaningful action—even when anxiety is present.

Through clinical examples, experiential activities, and guided discussion, you'll gain practical skills you can begin applying in practice right away.

📅 8/21/2026 | 11:00am - 1:15pm
Virtual via Zoom
2.0 Clinical Hours

$50 general admission / $45 LSU SSW alums & supervisors

https://cvent.me/MAPK53
Register today and add new tools to your clinical toolkit.

07/21/2026

Are you a social worker or agency leader looking for a meaningful way to invest in the future of our profession?

The LSU School of Social Work is seeking agencies and qualified social workers to serve as field education partners for our Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) students. Field education is the signature pedagogy of social work, providing students with hands-on learning while offering valuable benefits to agencies.

Why become a field placement site? Help shape the next generation of social workers Receive enthusiastic student support for client services, research, community resources, assessments, and program development Evaluate potential future employees Access faculty consultation and support Earn 25+ hours of FREE continuing education annually, including BACS, clinical, ethics, and general CE opportunities Join a network committed to excellence, innovation, and evidence-informed practice

About Our Programs BSW and MSW students complete 450 internship hours in an agency setting for their BSW/Generalist and Specialized internships.

BSW Supervisors must hold a RSW and two years of experience and MSW Supervisors must hold an MSW (or LCSW for clinical placements) with at least two years of experience.

If you've ever considered mentoring a future social worker, now is the perfect time. Your expertise can make a lasting impact while strengthening your agency and our profession.

Interested in becoming an approved field site or learning more? Send information to [email protected] or use QR code below:

Together, let's prepare the next generation of compassionate, competent social workers.

07/21/2026

Looking for ethics hours? Join us to discuss how AI is transforming social work! This session can also be counted towards general hours.

Join Dr. Marina Badillo-Diaz on August 7 for an engaging virtual workshop that explores the ethical integration of AI into social work practice. Through interactive discussions and real-world case scenarios, you'll examine issues such as confidentiality, informed consent, bias, professional responsibility, and the clinical implications of clients using AI tools.

This workshop goes beyond the basics, providing practical strategies and ethical decision-making frameworks grounded in the NASW Code of Ethics to help you confidently navigate today's evolving digital landscape.

📅 August 7 | 10am - 1:15pm Central
💻 Live Virtual Workshop
🎓 3.0 Ethics Hours

$75 general admission / $65 LSU SSW alums and supervisors

Learn More & Register: https://cvent.me/0z3Agx

Register today and join your colleagues for an important conversation about the future of ethical social work practice.

07/06/2026

Dr. Elaine M. Maccio and her coauthor, Dr. Kristin Ferguson (Arizona State University), blog about the myths that negatively impact LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness and how to respond to mis- and disinformation.

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