The Reality of the Social Work Major By : Quonesha L. Williams

Requirements

Why I chose this Major ● I chose this major because I really want to help people. I hate seeing people struggle. Social work allows me to interact with the community and change at least one person life. I just want to make a difference.

Future Plans ● After I graduate I plan to open a community center for troubled women and teens. ● Career Choices ● - Substance Abuse ● - Child Welfare ● -Medical/Public Health ● -Mental Health ● -School Social Work

History of the Social Work Major ● Social work is a profession that improves the quality of life. ● Most would agree that the professional social work begun by Jane Adams, a social activist, feminist, and advocate for ideas, laws, and people who were suffering ( )

Personality ● Caring ● Determined ● True ● Strong ● Open ● Fearless ● Generous

Words from Brittany Brandon ● 1.Why did you choose to major in social work? ● - “I chose this major because I wanted a career that directly works and help individuals in their daily situations I want to lend a helping hand, and possibly change someones life.” ● 2. What career do you want to pursue in the future? ● - “I am deciding to become a family case worker, probation or parole officer, or substance abuse counselor.” ● 3. What values do you think you will gain from this major? ● - “I hope to build my communication skills, and become a social person.”

Words from Dr. Dobrin ● 1. Why did you choose to major/teach in social work? ● - “ I majored in sociology in college. I did an internship with a social worker and realized social work was more hands on. I just wanted to help people.” ● 2. What type of personality does a person have to have in order to pursue this major ● - “ Person has to be self reflective, self aware, and have a strong desire to learn and self desire to help others.” ● 3. Are there any downsides to this major? ● - “ It can be difficult, time consuming, and have a negative impact on your social life.”

Continued ● 4.What values do you hold with this major? ● - “ Individual, choice, justice, freedom, strength, and success model based major.” ● 5. If you could give advice to upcoming students like me, what would it be? ● - “Read and Write Down EVERYTHING !

Words from Dr. Payne ● 1. Why did you choose to major/teach in social work? ● - “ I am passionate about my profession and one of the best ways to pass on that passion is to teach.” ● 2. What type of personality does a person have to have in order to pursue this major? ● - “ A social worker needs to optimist. For other He/she needs to care deeply for others and be willing to work very hard.” ● Advice Given: “If you want to major in social work begin planning your courses around areas of interest and be sure to confer with a social work adviser early in your career.”

Opportunities and why this major is unique from other universities. ● Opportunities ● - Upon graduation, you get ready for graduate school for social work. (Dr. Dobrin) ● Why its unique ● -The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and meets all requirements. (Dr. Payne)

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