Diana R. Garland School of Social Work

Diana R. Garland School of Social Work The Garland School at Baylor University—Valuing humanity. Engaging spirituality. Promoting equity.

Join us in celebrating Jessie Carver, our 2026 MSW Outstanding Student! 🐻💚Throughout her time at Baylor Social Work, Jes...
06/02/2026

Join us in celebrating Jessie Carver, our 2026 MSW Outstanding Student! 🐻💚

Throughout her time at Baylor Social Work, Jessie has demonstrated exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to serving children, families, and communities through trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.

One reflection from Jessie that stood out to us:

“I am proud that I have learned to rest, to value myself outside of what I do, and how, with the help of my friends and community, I have been able to break some generational cycles in my family.”

From impactful practicum experiences and research contributions to supporting youth through clinical practice, Jessie embodies the heart of social work and the power of lifelong learning.

Congratulations, Jessie, on this well-deserved recognition! ✨

Read her full Q&A and learn more about her Baylor journey here: https://socialwork.web.baylor.edu/news/story/2026/2026-msw-outstanding-student-qa-jessie-carver

Join us in celebrating Denise Perez, our 2026 MSW Intern of the Year for Clinical Practice 🐻💚⁠⁠From providing trauma-inf...
05/28/2026

Join us in celebrating Denise Perez, our 2026 MSW Intern of the Year for Clinical Practice 🐻💚⁠
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From providing trauma-informed care at Texas Children’s Hospital to advocating for children and families with empathy, research, and resilience, Denise has embodied the heart of social work throughout her internship.⁠
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“Social work allows me to combine compassion, advocacy, clinical practice, research, and systems change in a way that creates meaningful impact for individuals, families, and communities.” ✨⁠
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As a first-generation student and future PhD student at the University of Houston, Denise continues to inspire us through her commitment to healing, equity, and systems change.⁠
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Congratulations, Denise! We cannot wait to see the impact you will continue to make in the world.⁠
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🔗 Read Denise’s full story and Q&A here: https://socialwork.web.baylor.edu/news/story/2026/msw-intern-year-clinical-practice-qa-denise-perez
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This semester, our students got to experience social work beyond the walls of an office through their eco social work in...
05/27/2026

This semester, our students got to experience social work beyond the walls of an office through their eco social work internship at Da’Shack in Waco 🌱💚⁠
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From gardening and composting to wellness conversations and community engagement, students worked alongside local schools, churches, and community spaces to explore how food, sustainability, mental health, and relationships all connect.⁠
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Through this hands-on practicum, they learned that social work can happen anywhere people are cultivating hope, healing, and community. We are so proud of the meaningful work these students accomplished this semester and the impact they continue to make from the ground up. 🌎🐻⁠
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🔗💛⁠ Read more about their experience in the article linked here: https://socialwork.web.baylor.edu/news/story/2026/garden-community-new-eco-social-work-practicum-model-dashack
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This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women whose service and sacrifice continue to leave a lasting legacy. 🇺🇸⁠⁠...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women whose service and sacrifice continue to leave a lasting legacy. 🇺🇸⁠
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Across campus, the engraved plaques displayed on our lampposts serve as a meaningful reminder of the courage, dedication, and lives given in service to our country. Today, and every day, we remember and give thanks.⁠
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May is also which reminds us that seeking support is a sign of strength. ⁠⁠Baylor students have access to resources, i...
05/24/2026

May is also which reminds us that seeking support is a sign of strength. ⁠
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Baylor students have access to resources, including Counseling Center services, wellness programs, and spiritual support across campus, because no one should navigate life’s challenges alone.⁠
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Congratulations to our alumni, Emma Donaldson, BSW ’19, on being named Advocate of the Year by the Woolley Fine Arts Dep...
05/22/2026

Congratulations to our alumni, Emma Donaldson, BSW ’19, on being named Advocate of the Year by the Woolley Fine Arts Department.

This recognition reflects Emma’s unwavering commitment to supporting students, uplifting staff, and building trust within the Mesquite ISD community.

We are proud to celebrate the impact she continues to make through , , and .

Congratulations, Emma!

May is AAPI Heritage Month!⁠⁠A time to celebrate and honor the cultures, stories, and contributions of Asian American an...
05/21/2026

May is AAPI Heritage Month!⁠
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A time to celebrate and honor the cultures, stories, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. 💛⁠
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Happy looks good here 💚💛
05/19/2026

Happy looks good here 💚💛

to graduate school takes a lot of time, effort, and intentionality, and we know the waiting period afterward can feel...
05/18/2026

to graduate school takes a lot of time, effort, and intentionality, and we know the waiting period afterward can feel just as stressful.⁠
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That’s why for our online programs — OMSW, SNPL, and IDS — we are committed to a quick 2–3 week application turnaround, once your application is submitted. ⁠
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We carefully review each application while still providing timely decisions, so you have plenty of time to plan your next steps and make the best choice for your future.⁠
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So don’t wait! The sooner you complete your application, the sooner you’ll hear back from us.⁠
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Submit today! 💚💛

Congratulations to the graduates and future leaders! 💚🎓Your compassion, resilience, and dedication have already made a d...
05/16/2026

Congratulations to the graduates and future leaders! 💚🎓

Your compassion, resilience, and dedication have already made a difference, and this is just the beginning. Wishing you all the best as you go forth and do good. Sic ’em 🐻

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Waco, TX
76701

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