13 Graduated from Master of Social Work Program at Pitt-Bradford
Thirteen residents of the region graduated Dec. 12 from the master of social work program at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Dr. Livingston Alexander, president, greeted the graduates and their guests, recognizing the continued need of master’s-prepared social workers in the area. Similarly, Dr. Larry Davis, dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, congratulated the students on their accomplishments and discussed expanding social problems across the country.
Two graduates, Lacy Thompson of Erie and Cheryl Tingley of Bradford, shared reflections during the ceremony.
During her remarks, Thompson said, “As social workers, we need to be empathetic and patient, be comfortable with ourselves and others, be strengths-based and be an advocate.”
Tingley said, “I encourage all of us to constantly challenge ourselves and not to become complacent with the status quo. Be an advocate for what you believe in and advocate for equal rights for others.”
Stephanie Eckstrom, Pitt-Bradford MSW program coordinator, commented on the students’ commitment to their program, “You succeeded, and in doing so, demonstrated incredible strength and grace. You are an amazing group of women.”
In addition to Thompson and Tingley, those graduated include Kimberly Cain and Michele Nuhfer, both of Bradford; Nicole Drauschak of Port Allegheny; Jessica Eskesen and Natalie Stenhach, both of Coudersport; Frankie Johnson of Warren; Haley Marshall of Brookville; Diane VonArx of DuBois; Donna Gunsolus of Olean, N.Y.; Karen Swartz of Grand Island, N.Y.; and Patrina VanSickle of Portville, N.Y.
Pitt-Bradford is forming a new cohort, or group that completes the program together as a class, for Fall 2010. For more information, contact Eckstrom at 814-362-7527 or via e-mail at sae102@pitt.edu.
For disability-related needs, contact the Office of Disability Resources and Services at 814-362-7609 or arj4@pitt.edu.
Dr. Livingston Alexander, president, greeted the graduates and their guests, recognizing the continued need of master’s-prepared social workers in the area. Similarly, Dr. Larry Davis, dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, congratulated the students on their accomplishments and discussed expanding social problems across the country.
Two graduates, Lacy Thompson of Erie and Cheryl Tingley of Bradford, shared reflections during the ceremony.
During her remarks, Thompson said, “As social workers, we need to be empathetic and patient, be comfortable with ourselves and others, be strengths-based and be an advocate.”
Tingley said, “I encourage all of us to constantly challenge ourselves and not to become complacent with the status quo. Be an advocate for what you believe in and advocate for equal rights for others.”
Stephanie Eckstrom, Pitt-Bradford MSW program coordinator, commented on the students’ commitment to their program, “You succeeded, and in doing so, demonstrated incredible strength and grace. You are an amazing group of women.”
In addition to Thompson and Tingley, those graduated include Kimberly Cain and Michele Nuhfer, both of Bradford; Nicole Drauschak of Port Allegheny; Jessica Eskesen and Natalie Stenhach, both of Coudersport; Frankie Johnson of Warren; Haley Marshall of Brookville; Diane VonArx of DuBois; Donna Gunsolus of Olean, N.Y.; Karen Swartz of Grand Island, N.Y.; and Patrina VanSickle of Portville, N.Y.
Pitt-Bradford is forming a new cohort, or group that completes the program together as a class, for Fall 2010. For more information, contact Eckstrom at 814-362-7527 or via e-mail at sae102@pitt.edu.
For disability-related needs, contact the Office of Disability Resources and Services at 814-362-7609 or arj4@pitt.edu.
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