By Catherine Cubbin We know that conditions within our homes are important for our health. We might be less aware of the fact that neighborhood conditions can also have major health effects. Neighborhood environments can be overtly hazardous— for example, polluted or crime-ridden. They also can severely limit the choices… read more
Fall 2013 issue
Longhorn Leaders program celebrates 10 years
Founded and run by professor Michel Lauderdale, the Longhorn Leaders program engages students at The University of Texas at Austin to work with at-risk middle school students, helping them to stay out of trouble and stay in school. As the program marked its 10th year this past April, it received commendations… read more
Fall 2013 Class Notes
Susan Milam’s distinguished social work career has included positions with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Texas Medicaid Managed Care program, and the Austin/Travis County Health and Human Service. Since 2009, she has been the Director of Government Affairs of the National Association of Social Workers, Texas… read more
