Student groups

Outside of the classroom, students can expand their learning experiences by taking part in student-run organizations. Explore School of Social Work groups below or browse other opportunities to get involved at VCU. 

B.S.W. Student Association

The B.S.W. Student Association brings undergraduate social work students together to discuss interests and concerns, as well as elect students to serve on committees within the school. The association sponsors a variety of activities throughout the academic year, including workshops on professional writing, resume writing and social justice, as well as social events and volunteer opportunities.

Check out the BSWSA on RamsConnect to learn more about this student-led organization.

M.S.W. Student Association

The M.S.W. Student Association provides an opportunity for master’s-level social work students to address interests and concerns, and also elect students to serve on committees within the school. The association organizes a variety of activities throughout the academic year, including workshops, community outreach and service projects, and social events.

Check out the MSWSA on RamsConnect and Facebook to learn more about this student-led organization.

Doctoral Student Association

The Doctoral Student Association provides information, resources, activities and support to Ph.D. students throughout their doctoral program experience. It also serves as a forum for students to promote their shared academic, personal and professional growth.

Check out the School of Social Work DSA on RamsConnect to learn more about this student-led organization, or email faulksks@vcu.edu.

Association of Black Social Workers

The Association of Black Social Workers works to empower people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services and research. ABSW sponsors a variety of educational forums and activities that address social issues and concerns of the Black community and works to develop an in-depth understanding of areas of interest, enhance leadership skills and establish a networking support system.

Check out the ABSW on RamsConnect and Facebook to learn more about this student-led organization, or email VCUABSW@gmail.com. 

LGBTQ+ Social Workers at VCU

LGBTQ+ Social Workers at VCU provide a supportive community for LGBTQ+ social work students and others; support and work with the LGBTQ+ community in Richmond; and strive for equal rights, opportunities and access for the LGBTQ+ community in society at large. (For many years, the School of Social Work sponsored the student group Queer & Trans Social Workers at VCU.) 

Check out the LGBTQ+ Social Workers at VCU on RamsConnect to learn more about this student-led organization, or email RainbowSW@proton.me.

Organization advisor: Jacob Goffnett, Ph.D., social work assistant professor