UAA alumna publishes research on impacts of mining on mental health
2026 Master of Social Work alumna Marie Fudge published capstone research project exploring the impacts of mining on the mental health of individuals in Interior Alaska.
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Researchers examine the role Black barbershops play as health care spaces for men
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.
Employee Spotlight: Dacia Davis - on teaching and finding the good
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.
Student Spotlight: MiLee Yu – 2025 BSW Student of the Year
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.
Student Spotlight: Keyshon China – Advocating for youth and underserved communities
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.
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