As LGBT History Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month come to a close, we speak with social work student, Kai Santos, on the underrepresented issues of DV within queer communities while navigating her traditional Hispanic culture.

To view the full transcript of this episode: https://bit.ly/48odH3H

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

Music by Adi Ursu - "Out of Fire". Provided by Adobe.

As we wind down Hispanic Heritage Month, we explore the complexities of mental health stereotypes among Hispanic and male populations. Master of Social Work alum, Francisco Moreno, shares his story of how he persevered through his mental health struggles, and how important it is to just check in on those you care for.

To view the full transcript of this episode: https://bit.ly/3U0lWNu

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

Music by Adi Ursu - "Out of Fire". Provided by Adobe.

Welcome to Season 2 of Blaze the Mic! As we start off this new academic year, and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are reminded of the amazing work that our social work students do both in our program and in their personal lives. Bachelor of Social Work student, Julian Jimenez, shares his story of how working in a hospital setting spurred his passion in becoming a Health Care Social Worker.

To view the full transcript of this episode: https://shorturl.at/WyAe5

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

Music by Adi Ursu - "Out of Fire". Provided by Adobe.

Social Work accepts individuals from all walks of life who are dedicated to improving the well-being and mental health of others. In this episode, BSW student Katie Pham shares how the University of Texas at Arlington and the School of Social Work accept her and celebrate students' differences, while preparing students for the future.

View the full transcript here: https://bit.ly/3LqvGvJ

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

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Community and Administrative Practice (CAP) is based on the social work principle that the larger environment is a central reason why individuals thrive or encounter problems. Master of Social Work - CAP student Stephen Silva-Brave discusses his work within his Native American community, working with Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, and how his social work education and research have lifted these community issues into the spotlight.

To view the full transcript of this episode: https://bit.ly/4eh2wvi

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

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One of the biggest challenges facing social work field is the misconceptions and lack of education about the versatility of social work practice. In this episode, BSW student Michella Reyes shares her passions and dreams for her future, and how she never would have thought it possible through social work until one fateful class.

View the full transcript here: https://bit.ly/4bLk551

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

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Have you ever wondered how a degree in Social Work can affect communities on a global scale? Ph.D. student Shamila Sivakumaran shares her experience in discovering the impacts of Social Work abroad, how she came to UTA, and how important it is to have a global perspective in the classroom.

View the full episode transcript here: https://bit.ly/4c3s3Xz

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

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Deciding whether or not a Master's degree is the right path can be a daunting decision, but with the right people beside you and with the right program you will be surprised with how high you can fly. Our Master of Social Work student, Pauline Sias, shares with us how the power of family, friends, and determination helped her stay on track from her Bachelor of Social Work degree to pursuing her Masters today.

View the full transcript here: https://bit.ly/4d4f0Wv

To learn more about UTA and the School of Social Work, visit us at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/social-work/

Episode hosted by Doughlas Gutierrez - Communications Assistant

Music by Adi Ursu - "Out of Fire". Provided by Adobe.