UH Graduate College Social Work
The GCSW prepares diverse leaders to tackle complex challenges and advance social, racial, economic, environmental, and political justice.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

#FacultyFriday Our faculty's research is transcends beyond local, state, national, and even international social work spaces.
Congratulations to Assistant Professor Dr. Sharon Borja for representing the Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) for leading an upcoming plenary session at the 2026 Diversity in Organizations, Communities, & Nations conference! The conference brings together individuals who share an interest in human differences and diversity, particularly in how they manifest in organizations, communities, and nations.
Dr. Borja will be presenting on "Ethics and Opportunities with AI for Strengthening Socio-Community Wellbeing Strategies" at the National Autonomous University of Mexico later this month. We look forward to her success at the conference and in the future direction of her research.
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Join the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work in welcoming our newest tenure faculty member! Yok-Fong Paat, PhD, LCSW, from The University of Texas at El Paso Department of Social Work @utep_socialwork, joins the GCSW this Summer.
Her scholarship and leadership strengthen our shared path toward excellence. We are energized by the impact her research will make on the communities we serve!
#UHGCSW #UHSocialWork #WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #NewFaculty

On Friday, May 15th, at the University of Houston Fertitta Center, over 250 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates and five newly minted PhDs crossed the stage, marking not just the culmination of their academic journeys, but the beginning of new chapters as leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
GCSW Dean Yarneccia D. Dyson @uh_gcswdean warmly greeted the audience, noting that “Commencement is our most significant event as an academic community. It is a special occasion for each of our graduates, their families, and friends who have come to share this day with them. The road you traveled was not a singular journey, but one with others. Many of the people who supported your journey are here today.”
As graduates embark on their next chapter, Dean Dyson encouraged them to carry forward the principle of “Lift As You Climb”— to use their knowledge, voice, and position to uplift others and create pathways for those who will follow. The newly expanded GCSW alumni community stands ready to respond to the evolving challenges facing society with skill, compassion, and leadership.
Read more about the commencement ceremony in our #LinkInBio.
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork

On Friday, May 15th, at the University of Houston Fertitta Center, over 250 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates and five newly minted PhDs crossed the stage, marking not just the culmination of their academic journeys, but the beginning of new chapters as leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
GCSW Dean Yarneccia D. Dyson @uh_gcswdean warmly greeted the audience, noting that “Commencement is our most significant event as an academic community. It is a special occasion for each of our graduates, their families, and friends who have come to share this day with them. The road you traveled was not a singular journey, but one with others. Many of the people who supported your journey are here today.”
As graduates embark on their next chapter, Dean Dyson encouraged them to carry forward the principle of “Lift As You Climb”— to use their knowledge, voice, and position to uplift others and create pathways for those who will follow. The newly expanded GCSW alumni community stands ready to respond to the evolving challenges facing society with skill, compassion, and leadership.
Read more about the commencement ceremony in our #LinkInBio.
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork

On Friday, May 15th, at the University of Houston Fertitta Center, over 250 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates and five newly minted PhDs crossed the stage, marking not just the culmination of their academic journeys, but the beginning of new chapters as leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
GCSW Dean Yarneccia D. Dyson @uh_gcswdean warmly greeted the audience, noting that “Commencement is our most significant event as an academic community. It is a special occasion for each of our graduates, their families, and friends who have come to share this day with them. The road you traveled was not a singular journey, but one with others. Many of the people who supported your journey are here today.”
As graduates embark on their next chapter, Dean Dyson encouraged them to carry forward the principle of “Lift As You Climb”— to use their knowledge, voice, and position to uplift others and create pathways for those who will follow. The newly expanded GCSW alumni community stands ready to respond to the evolving challenges facing society with skill, compassion, and leadership.
Read more about the commencement ceremony in our #LinkInBio.
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork

On Friday, May 15th, at the University of Houston Fertitta Center, over 250 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates and five newly minted PhDs crossed the stage, marking not just the culmination of their academic journeys, but the beginning of new chapters as leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
GCSW Dean Yarneccia D. Dyson @uh_gcswdean warmly greeted the audience, noting that “Commencement is our most significant event as an academic community. It is a special occasion for each of our graduates, their families, and friends who have come to share this day with them. The road you traveled was not a singular journey, but one with others. Many of the people who supported your journey are here today.”
As graduates embark on their next chapter, Dean Dyson encouraged them to carry forward the principle of “Lift As You Climb”— to use their knowledge, voice, and position to uplift others and create pathways for those who will follow. The newly expanded GCSW alumni community stands ready to respond to the evolving challenges facing society with skill, compassion, and leadership.
Read more about the commencement ceremony in our #LinkInBio.
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork

On Friday, May 15th, at the University of Houston Fertitta Center, over 250 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates and five newly minted PhDs crossed the stage, marking not just the culmination of their academic journeys, but the beginning of new chapters as leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
GCSW Dean Yarneccia D. Dyson @uh_gcswdean warmly greeted the audience, noting that “Commencement is our most significant event as an academic community. It is a special occasion for each of our graduates, their families, and friends who have come to share this day with them. The road you traveled was not a singular journey, but one with others. Many of the people who supported your journey are here today.”
As graduates embark on their next chapter, Dean Dyson encouraged them to carry forward the principle of “Lift As You Climb”— to use their knowledge, voice, and position to uplift others and create pathways for those who will follow. The newly expanded GCSW alumni community stands ready to respond to the evolving challenges facing society with skill, compassion, and leadership.
Read more about the commencement ceremony in our #LinkInBio.
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

Tonight, our community celebrated, honored, and reflected on the contributions of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs Dr. Amber Mollhagen (‘99). After 24 years of service to the college, Dr. Mollhagen will step into the next chapter of her life: retirement.
For many years, her dedicated leadership informed the strategic direction of the college, inspired countless students, and epitomized charting paths to excellence. We are forever grateful for the mark she has made on our community – and look forward to honoring and furthering her legacy. We wish you a happy retirement, Dr. Mollhagen!
#ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT -The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) is offering SUMMER Elective Options open to all UH Masters level students during SESSION 3. To enroll, please contact: gcswinfo@central.uh.edu with your name, major and course you are interested in taking. Don’t wait, spots are limited and filling up fast!
#WCYD #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHSocialWork #UHGCSW

🎓 To Our Graduates,
Today is the day you've all worked so hard for. Today's celebration is a symbol of your hard work, dedication,resilience,and preserverance.
You are the magic, the spark, that will illuminate the path for those who choose to follow in your footsteps toward the pursuit of an advanced social work degree!
Your alma mater is so proud of you, and we are cheering you on as you embark on this new chapter.
🎉 Congratulations, graduates, and #GoCoogs!!
#UHsocialwork #UHGCSW #chartingourpathtoexcellence
##EvidenceOfExcellence

🎓 To Our Graduates,
Today is the day you've all worked so hard for. Today's celebration is a symbol of your hard work, dedication,resilience,and preserverance.
You are the magic, the spark, that will illuminate the path for those who choose to follow in your footsteps toward the pursuit of an advanced social work degree!
Your alma mater is so proud of you, and we are cheering you on as you embark on this new chapter.
🎉 Congratulations, graduates, and #GoCoogs!!
#UHsocialwork #UHGCSW #chartingourpathtoexcellence
##EvidenceOfExcellence

🎓 To Our Graduates,
Today is the day you've all worked so hard for. Today's celebration is a symbol of your hard work, dedication,resilience,and preserverance.
You are the magic, the spark, that will illuminate the path for those who choose to follow in your footsteps toward the pursuit of an advanced social work degree!
Your alma mater is so proud of you, and we are cheering you on as you embark on this new chapter.
🎉 Congratulations, graduates, and #GoCoogs!!
#UHsocialwork #UHGCSW #chartingourpathtoexcellence
##EvidenceOfExcellence

🎓 To Our Graduates,
Today is the day you've all worked so hard for. Today's celebration is a symbol of your hard work, dedication,resilience,and preserverance.
You are the magic, the spark, that will illuminate the path for those who choose to follow in your footsteps toward the pursuit of an advanced social work degree!
Your alma mater is so proud of you, and we are cheering you on as you embark on this new chapter.
🎉 Congratulations, graduates, and #GoCoogs!!
#UHsocialwork #UHGCSW #chartingourpathtoexcellence
##EvidenceOfExcellence

🎓 To Our Graduates,
Today is the day you've all worked so hard for. Today's celebration is a symbol of your hard work, dedication,resilience,and preserverance.
You are the magic, the spark, that will illuminate the path for those who choose to follow in your footsteps toward the pursuit of an advanced social work degree!
Your alma mater is so proud of you, and we are cheering you on as you embark on this new chapter.
🎉 Congratulations, graduates, and #GoCoogs!!
#UHsocialwork #UHGCSW #chartingourpathtoexcellence
##EvidenceOfExcellence

🎓 #FutureAdvice to MSW Students from GCSW Spring 2026 graduate, Rebecca Jones @becca_jones565
#EvidenceOfExcellence #GraduationSpotlight #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHGCSW #UHSocialWork #WCYD

Looking for AANHPI Heritage Month events in Houston? Here are just some of the events happening this May! From musical performances to food tours, there’s something for everyone looking to celebrate.
How are you celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month? Feel free to leave comments below!
#AANHPIHeritageMonth #uhgcsw #uhsocialwork #ChartingOurPathToExcellence

Congratulations to PhD candidate Chelsea Sanchez, BSW, MSW, LCSW-S for winning the prestigious University of Houston Graduate Teaching Assistant Award! The honor is given to only four current teaching assistants/fellows who have demonstrated excellence in innovative teaching practices.
When asked how she teaches in the classroom, Chelsea said "My teaching methods focus on helping students move beyond memorization and toward applied critical thinking. I regularly use case-based learning activities grounded in real-world practice scenarios, encouraging students to analyze how trauma, policy, and environmental factors shape client experiences. Rather than teaching theories as abstract concepts, I challenge students to actively apply trauma-informed and justice-oriented frameworks to the kinds of challenges they are likely to encounter, or may already be encountering, in practice."
Chelsea is also a two-time recipient of the CSWE Minority Fellowship Program Awardee. Her commitment to outstanding scholarship and innovative teaching methods is exemplary of the GCSW student community's journey to achieve excellence. Learn more about award recipient and the impact of this honor: https://www.uh.edu/socialwork/news/news-releases/2026-chelseasanchez-teachingaward/chelseasanchez-teachingaward.php
#UHGCSW #UHSocialWork #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #WCYD

🎓 #FutureAdvice to MSW Students from GCSW Spring 2026 graduate, Frida Quiroz. #EvidenceOfExcellence #GraduationSpotlight #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #UHGCSW #UHSocialWork #WCYD
🎓 Graduation season is in full swing at the GCSW. Our building was filled with the energy of enthusiastic graduates, proud families, and supportive friends at today's Spring 2026 Graduation Celebration!
As we prepare to officially welcome our graduates into the GCSW alumni community at tomorrow’s commencement, we want you to know how proud we are of all you have accomplished.
We look forward to witnessing the meaningful impact you will make in the communities you serve.
#UHGCSW ##UHSocialWork #ChartingOurPathToExcellence #EvidenceOfExcellence
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