Student Organizations
Student organizations offer opportunities for additional community service and leadership. Whether you are an undergraduate or a graduate student, you can find a group that is a great fit for you.
Designed for undergraduate and master’s students who have excelled in social work scholarship to form bonds and promote the profession’s values. The Kappa Psi chapter at the University of South Carolina received its charter in 2007 and is a great opportunity to be involved in the College of Social Work and receive recognition for your scholastic achievements. Membership requirements are a minimum of 15 completed credit hours in the Bachelor of Social Work upper division or Master of Social Work degree program with a 3.5 or better cumulative grade point average. New members are inducted in the spring semester.
Garnet Gate
The Undergraduate Social Work Student Association was created to promote and empower social work students to achieve their goals of achieving social justice and change. We also use this organization as an opportunity to connect students from all four undergraduate cohorts to share stories, experiences and aspirations regarding their careers and hobbies in social work. We provide volunteer events, networking opportunities and general advice regarding the BSW program.
Open to any full-time or part-time MSW students, the SWSA promotes interest in social work and social work issues through associating with others with similar interests. The organization provides supplemental educational experiences for students, advocates for students in academic and administrative matters, and enhances social interaction among members. Four officers — president, vice president, secretary and treasurer — are elected annually by the college’s student body.
The BSWSA is an organization committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for social workers of color. We prioritize creating a safe space where individuals can express themselves freely, share their experiences and connect with others who understand the unique challenges they face. Our initiatives focus on providing essential support for social workers of color, offering mentorship, resources and networking opportunities to empower members in their professional journeys. In addition to supporting our members, we are dedicated to giving back to the community.
College of Social Work Committees
In addition to student associations, you can also serve as a student representative on standing committees for the College of Social Work. Students selected by the student association attend meetings as voting members representing the student body.
The primary role is to administer the implementation of course, curriculum and college objectives for the BSW program. The committee recommends curriculum changes to the faculty and other changes to improve or enhance the program of study.
The primary role is to administer the implementation of course, curriculum and college objectives for the MSW program. The committee recommends curriculum changes to the faculty and other changes to improve or enhance the program of study.
As a student on the advisory council, you will communicate with the dean on a regular basis about student concerns, help identify important current issues and aid in planning.
Advising and supporting the field programs. The committee includes one BSW and one MSW student who serve one-year terms.
Responsible for recruiting, screening and coordinating campus visits for candidates, convening and facilitating special faculty meetings to evaluate the candidates, and making recommendations to the dean. Membership may include one BSW and one MSW student.