Dear BCSSW Alum,

Best wishes for 2025 from the Alumni Board!

Our mission is to connect alumni, support the professional development of students and alumni, and contribute to the success of the School and social work profession. We focus on engagement, not fundraising.

Our annual signature events reinforce this mission:

Looking to develop your leadership, presentation, or mentoring skills? This newsletter highlights opportunities for professional development at the School. We hope you get involved and share your expertise.

Sincerely,

The Alumni Board
sswalumni@bc.edu

Alumni Board

The Alumni Board is seeking new members for the 2025-2026 term, with applications due April 1. Join our info session to learn more about the process, responsibilities, and benefits. “Rewards & Impact of Being on the Board,” on March 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Become an SW Supervisor

Curious about the process, experience, and benefits of being a field supervisor? Listen in and get your questions answered at our information session,“Field Education: the benefits of supervising,” on March 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Continuing Education

Enhances your skills and connect with peers through our Continuing Education workshops. Taking a class helps you refresh, advance, and connect. CEU courses are approved in several states, with a 50% discount for some recent BCSSW graduates.

Networking Event: February 6, 6:00-7:30 p.m., McGuinn 521

Have fun, build community, articulate your value, and share your expertise! Make a connection prior to the spring hiring season. Drop by for some or all of the event. Appetizers and beverages provided.

Distinguished Alumni Awardees

Read about the winners of the Distinguished Alumni Awards in October: Sheilah M. Gauch, B.A. '96, M.S.W. '01, Principal and Clinical Director of Dearborn Academy, and Rebecca Camargo, M.S.W. '15, Consultant of Focus Strategies. 

Social Work Careers from Cindy Snell

Cindy Snell, BCSSW's director of Career Services and Alumni Relations, has literally written the book on social work careers. Check out The Social Work Career Guidebook: How to Land Your Ideal Job and Build a Legacy.

Officers: President: James Patterson, MSW ’14; Vice President: Emily Greising, MSW ’07

Board of Directors: Jennifer Blewett, MSW ’10; Melisa Canuto; Caitlin Carta, MSW ’13; Heather Finn, MSW ’13; Cristina Goverman, MSW ’15; Madelaine Grimmer, MSW ’16, Brieanna Ritacco, MSW ’18; Sandy Saenbounmy, MSW ’19; Victoria Tucker, MSW ’13; Tricia Weldon, MSW ’91