The Weekly 5 in Social Work, 9/16/16

     This week in social work, we see public figures speaking out about mental health issues, young people standing up for important causes, and a landmark gift to the nation's largest school of social work.  

Massive Donation to USC's School of Social Work

     University of Southern California’s School of Social Work has received a $60 million donation from one of the field’s leaders, Suzanne Dworak-Peck.

New UK Comedy Featuring Social Workers

     A new social work comedy will premiere in the United Kingdom later this month.

Students Respond to Low Turnout for Social Justice Event

     Some students are calling for mandatory attendance of on-campus social justice events.

Urban Meyer Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles

     The National Championship-winning football coach discusses issues related to the strain and stress of a high-profile and demanding occupation.

 Yale Receives Approval for HIV-to-HIV Organ Transplant

     Yale New Haven Hospital will become just the eighth transplant center to get the okay to perform this procedure.