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Our very own BSW seniors, Lucy Kabba and Doreen Davidson, are running for Stony Brook’s Homecoming Court! Voting is officially OPEN until 10/16! Show them some Seawolf love and cast your vote using the link below!

VOTE HERE➡️https://forms.gle/exLBtgdFZCVcRqCo9 by @sbussw

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The Stony Brook Schools of Social Welfare, Nursing, and Health Professions are proud to co-host the first Interprofessional Community Health Fair alongside the Center for Interprofessional Innovation and the Health Sciences Library on October 20.

This event brings together students, faculty, and staff across health-related disciplines to foster interprofessional collaboration, increase understanding of diverse professional roles, and strengthen team-based, patient-centered care.

Through interactive booths, brief presentations, and case-based discussions, participants will engage directly with representatives from across the health sciences.

More information at the link in our bio! Graphic that features a digital design of three medical workers standing in front of an image of the Earth. Text: 20 Oct. Interprofessional Community Health Fair Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1 to 5 pm Health Sciences Center, Level 3, Galleria Hosted jointly by the Schools of Social Welfare, Nursing, and Health Professions, the Center for Interprofessional Innovation, and the Health Sciences Library. by @sbussw

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On October 5, Assistant Professor Kristen Brock-Petroshius joined a panel of Stony Brook University experts to speak about the importance of the 2026 midterm elections.

At “Midterm Elections: What’s at Stake?” Dr. Brock-Petroshius and colleagues from the School of Communication and Journalism, the Program in Public Health, and the Department of Political Science discussed political psychology, the importance of civic participation, and how recent changes to governmental systems have affected their research disciplines.

"This panel allowed for a robust discussion of the upcoming midterm elections, the health of U.S. democracy, and the importance of civic engagement by considering research and insights across the disciplines of public health, social welfare, political science, and communication science," said Dr. Brock-Petroshius.

Much of her focus was on the increased challenges poor and vulnerable communities are facing heading into the midterms.

“Housing, gas, energy, food, commodities; the cost of everything has increased. Even middle-class people are having a hard time meeting their basic needs,” she said.

“And for poor and working-class people, that often means they’re facing a benefits cliff, where the ability to qualify for SNAP benefits for food, for energy assistance, for housing vouchers, the standards have become harder at a time when more people have the need. So our communities are facing the economic and mental health stress of that.” Kristen Brock-Petroshius sat in a chair speaking on a panel. by @sbussw

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Wellness on Wheels! 💚

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our CycleBar Charity Ride today in recognition of World Mental Health Day! We are so grateful to give back to Pal-O-Mine Equestrian and support the meaningful work they do.

A special thank you to @tayl_rosen and @cyclebarwdby for hosting us and helping make this event possible! 🐎 taken in CYCLEBAR by @sbussw

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Thank you, @sbm_evp William Wertheim, for attending our latest faculty meeting!

Collaboration is so important to our work, and opportunities to meet and sharpen our collaborative capacity go a long way toward developing a greater sense of community.

We appreciate your support and dedication to our school's success! A speaker seated in the middle of a room with others sat around him listening. by @sbussw

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13 days ago

Hispanic Heritage Month! A huge thank you to our USWA members who went the extra mile to help bring today’s table together. We truly appreciate the time, effort, and creativity that went into making this possible! 🫶 by @sbussw

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Now's your chance to score SSW merch!

These pieces, and a whole lot more, are available to preorder now through October 4 only. Items will be shipped on November 16.

Shop at the link in our bio! Sweatshirt with text that reads School of Social Welfare Stony Brook by @sbussw

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This week is Direct Support Professional Recognition Week – an opportunity to highlight the amazing work of direct support workers!

Meet Jose Mendez Llivicura, a first-year MSW student who works at Options for Community Living. Through a New York Community Trust Grant for direct support professionals (DSP) to become social workers, Jose and eight other SSW students receive scholarship funds, leadership training, mentorship, and more.

Balancing graduate education and work as DSPs, these students reflect an ongoing commitment to the people and communities they support. The experiences, relationships, and values developed through direct support bring an invaluable perspective to their continued growth as future social workers.

"Through my work, I hope to create spaces where people feel seen, supported, and part of their community,” said Jose. “Social work allows me to stand beside individuals during their most vulnerable moments and help them move toward stability, dignity, and belonging. This is the kind of impact I want to make throughout my career."

During #DSPRW2026, we celebrate our nine student DSPs and thank them for the work they do each day. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, advocacy, compassion, and continued commitment to supporting people with disabilities! A selfie of an individual sitting inside a car. by @sbussw

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Our Junior-Senior Mixer was a hit! We loved bringing both cohorts together for a night of food, fun, and connection. A special thank you to Ralph’s Italian Ices of Stony Brook for providing the perfect sweet treat, and congratulations to senior Cordell, our 50/50 raffle winner! Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so much fun. ❤️🐺 by @sbussw

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In honor of #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we're happy to share that Assistant Professor Kristen Brock-Petroshius, PhD, MSW, will serve as a panelist for @civicjusticesbu's Midterms Matter event on October 5!

Dr. Brock-Petroshius and fellow panelists will discuss the impact of midterm elections and key policy implications.

Tap the link in our bio to register! A graphic displaying the headshots of the four panelists. Text: Midterm Elections: What's at Stake? A Panel Conversation. October 5, 5 pm, SAC Ballroom B. Musa al Gharbi, School of Communication and Journalism. Lisa Benz Scott, Program in Public Health. Kristen Brock-Petroshius, School of Social Welfare. Ryan Vander Wielen, College of Arts and Sciences. by @sbussw

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Hunger Action Day!! Today, USWA was proud to table in support of Hunger Action Day and help raise awareness about food insecurity in our community. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, joined the conversation, and showed their support! by @sbussw

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