Wichita State University School of Social Work

Wichita State University School of Social Work We offer both Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. The BSW is a Bachelor of Arts degree with a social work major.

The BSW program was initiated in 1967 and the MSW program in 1999. The School of Social Work is located on the beautifully landscaped, art adorned campus of Wichita State University. WSU's location in the city of Wichita in Sedgwick County, Kansas, offers a distinctive setting for social work education. A wide range of resources are available for student internships and practicum placements which

compare very favorably to any social work program in Kansas. Our programs have interesting roots in the history of Wichita State University. The BSW program was initiated in 1967 by Edward H. Tuttle, who graduated from the municipal University of Wichita in 1934. His fierce devotion to social work and his legacy with our program is more than a simple memory of his contributions to community services. The MSW program was initiated in the Fall of 1999, approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. The BSW Program was accredited in 1974 by the Council on Social Work Education. In June 2003, the Council on Social Work Education gave the MSW program initial accreditation. Our programs both remain fully accredited. As part of the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences our curriculum is designed to develop generalist and advanced generalist social workers for practice within the region and state. Most graduates work in the Wichita area. The BSW program's major objectives are to prepare students for direct professional practice, to prepare students for graduate social work education, and to educate for responsible community participation. The MSW program's major objective is the education of students for advanced generalist practice in social work. The advanced generalist is adept at direct service delivery with individuals, families, groups, and communities, and also has indirect practice capabilities in the areas of supervision, administration, program development, and evaluation.

Social work summer classes are in full swing! Pictured here is guest speaker Kristi McNeal, LSCSW, presenting on Dialect...
06/16/2026

Social work summer classes are in full swing! Pictured here is guest speaker Kristi McNeal, LSCSW, presenting on Dialectical Behavior Therapy with advanced students in ScWk 816!

Attention, MSW students! From Wichita State University Student Government Association - "Apply for the 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐢...
06/15/2026

Attention, MSW students! From Wichita State University Student Government Association -
"Apply for the 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 today! 🌟

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial aid for incoming or current graduate students residing in rural areas on Kansas!

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮ly 𝟑 @ 𝟏𝟏:𝟓𝟗𝐩𝐦! Head over to 𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐚.𝐞𝐝𝐮/𝐬𝐠𝐚𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 to apply today!"

Graduate elective this fall at WSU Old Town!https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BSisYAmeb/
06/14/2026

Graduate elective this fall at WSU Old Town!

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Coming in Fall 2026 🍂
Exciting opportunities are on the way at WSU Old Town!
Link to WSU Course Schedule in the comments.

The Wichita State University Student Government Association and The Rho Beta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta International ...
06/13/2026

The Wichita State University Student Government Association and The Rho Beta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc. are teaming up again to offer the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩.

Scholarships range from $500-$1500. To apply, visit wichita.edu/sgascholarships

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟑 @ 𝟏𝟏:𝟓𝟗𝐩𝐦.
For questions or concerns please email [email protected]

Join Veteran Student Support Services for a weekly coffee hour held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Friday in 320 Grace Wil...
06/11/2026

Join Veteran Student Support Services for a weekly coffee hour held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Friday in 320 Grace Wilkie Hall. This informal, drop-in gathering is open to all students and staff and is designed to build community, foster connections and provide a welcoming space to relax, study or grab a cup of coffee. Whether you stay for a few minutes or the full hour, all are welcome.

For more information on Veteran Student Support Services, visit https://www.wichita.edu/services/TRIO/veteran_student_support/index.php or call Stacia Lyday, director, at 316-978-6749.

Veteran Student Support Services (VSSS) provides services to active duty servicemembers, spouses and child dependents.

06/10/2026

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Event of note to students - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17okN85BKC/
06/05/2026

Event of note to students -

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Interested in meeting other students and faculty who are involved in research? Are you interested in research but don't know where to start or who to talk to? Then join the Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity Hub for a Research Social!

This event is open to all undergraduate students and faculty members for a chance to connect, play games, eat light snacks and enjoy each others company.

📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
🕑 3:30 - 5:00 pm
📍DSC, Ablah Library

MSW student Lailani Lemus, Dr. Mia Ocean, and recent MSW graduate Nicole Araiza presented, "The power of being in on the...
06/05/2026

MSW student Lailani Lemus, Dr. Mia Ocean, and recent MSW graduate Nicole Araiza presented, "The power of being in on the joke: Examining humor as a tool for connection," at the Kansas Higher Education Professionals Conference last week!

We are proud of students like Sydney who have the opportunity to complete their practicums with amazing community part...
06/02/2026

We are proud of students like Sydney who have the opportunity to complete their practicums with amazing community partners! Thank you to ICT SOS for providing such a rich learning opportunity.



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Mondays are better when we get to celebrate amazing interns! Sydney graduated from Wichita State University with her Bachelor's of Social Work!

Fun Fact: Sydney started the ICT SOS Wellness Committee!

"Sydney was always warm and welcoming to clients, willing to serve in any area. We wish Sydney the very best in her future endeavors!" - Jessica, Bilingual Advocate

Thank you, Sydney, for all you've done! ❤️

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