At the Graduate School of Social Work (GSSW), we’re a family. That doesn’t change when you graduate. Even if you live far from campus, there are lots of ways to stay connected — continuing education and special events live-streamed from campus, following us on social media, recruiting students and more.
Attend events and continuing education workshops. Many of our events are accessible digitally, so you can join the conversation from wherever you reside!
Connect with GSSW and other alumni on social media. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and the University of Denver Pioneer Connect alumni networking community.
Become an adjunct instructor or field education partner, or share your experience as a guest lecturer in a classroom. You can provide clinical supervision to recent grads in your region, too.
Introduce your agency or organization to GSSW’s Field Education Program. After two years of practice, you may be able to supervise a current student in the field as well.
I work closely with all of you to identify, create and cultivate your engagement in order to build professional connections and lasting friendships.
Carly Einstein, Director of Alumni Engagement
9,500Our alumni family comprises 9,500 social work graduates who are innovators, change makers and social justice champions worldwide.
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From Learning to Include Animals to Specializing in Canine Interventions
Darlene Brace, Behavioral Health Director in an integrated medical and dental clinic, is a graduate of both the Animals and Human Health (AHH) and Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist (CAIS) certificates. In both of these programs, Brace learned valuable skills and knowledge that she has been able to take into her personal practice.
Maria Espinosa de los Monteros didn’t grow up with dogs, but quickly opened up her heart and home to the many stray dogs in need of care in her community once she was able to. She is now the director of the R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistant Dogs) program in Mexico City where she serves a diverse population and is elevating the role of dogs in her community.
Throughout her social work career, alumna Libby Bortz (MSW ’67) bridged micro and macro practice, addressing systemic issues and creating opportunities for women.
A recent book by GSSW alumna Anne Williford (PhD ’09) and Prof. Emeritus Jeffrey Jenson explores effective prevention strategies for youth behavioral health challenges.
Mr. Youlon D. Savage, MSW ’64, expanded community-based mental health care throughout Colorado. The beloved GSSW alumnus died in December 2024 at age 96.
