School of social work
The UAA School of Social Work is dedicated to advancing social work practice in Alaska through baccalaureate and master’s education, research, and service. Social work is a profession committed to ethical and research-informed practice that assists individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, advances social, economic, and environmental justice, and engages in policy practice. The School of Social Work offers the following degrees and certificates:
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work
Occupational Endorsement Certificate
NEWS & Stories
School of Social Work Assistant Professor Amana Mbise and ISER Research Assistant Professor Nathan West are exploring the relationships that Black barbershops play in men's health. Their community-based research prioritizes the lived experiences of the men they talk to, and is revealing how barbershops function not just as grooming spaces, but as social and cultural hubs.
Dacia Davis, a clinical assistant professor in the School of Social Work and a graduate of UAA's MSW program, finds inspiration in teaching and community.
MiLee Yu is a graduate of the University of Alaska Anchorage’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. In September 2025, MiLee was awarded the BSW Student of the Year award at the Biennial National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Alaska Chapter Conference.
MSW student Keyshon China is dedicated to serving youth and underserved communities, gaining hands-on experience through UAA's School of Social Work and various extracurricular organizations.
Dr. Rei Shimizu, from the University of Alaska Anchorage School of Social Work, in collaboration with multiple institutions, has been awarded a five-year, $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW).
Project BLENDS is a training program designed to prepare graduates to work collaboratively to support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with high intensity social-emotional needs and their families.
The School-Based Social Work Education and Network Development Program (Project SSWEND) is an innovative partnership between the University of Alaska Anchorage and the Anchorage School District (ASD).
OML is a state-wide women veterans project that connects women veterans with resources in Alaska. The project supports the Alaska women veteran community and acknowledges the achievements of women veterans.
Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-6900
Email: uaa_socialwork@alaska.edu
UAA School of Social Work
Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Drive, Suite 234
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address:
UAA School of Social Work
3211 Providence Drive, PSB 234
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
