GVU Social Work Program

Matt Monfils (GVU MSW '26) presented findings from his graduate research topic at the NASW Annual Symposium:

Mentoring as a Catalyst: Exploring Support Systems in Master of Social Wotk Graduate Training

Congrats, Matt, on being selected as a presenter, and providing an interactive and informative session.

This year, two of the "10 Under 10" awardees are graduates from the Social Work Program. Dr. Victoria Shrewsberry was in our very first BSW cohort and went on to get her MSW and PhD from USC. Joseph Warnau earned his BSW and MSW with us. Congratulations to the two of you.

Photos from Commencement 2026

36 BSW and MSW students enrolled in Social Welfare Policy Practice applied their advocacy skills at the Iowa Capitol in our annual Legislative Day event. It is always amazing to see students grow more confident in their ability to affect systemic change.

Love social work? Love teaching? We want YOU!

Hey, change-makers! The Grand View MSW program is looking for a full-time faculty member to join our student-centered community. With small class sizes and a diverse student body, we’re all about helping students grow while connecting classroom learning to real-world impact.

You might be our perfect match if you:
-Thrive on collaboration and innovation in teaching
-Enjoy supporting students in their practicum and professional journey
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Have (or will have by August 1, 2026) an earned doctorate—it doesn’t have to be in social work!
The role:
-8-month contract
-Extra summer teaching opportunities available
-Excited yet? Apply now!

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BSW students in SWRK 410-Social Work Research Project participated in the SHaPEN Symposium, which features scholarly work from students in the social sciences. First place overall, from 47 student posters, at the symposium went to BSW student Isabelle Piedras, for her project, "How Does Teen Pregnancy Impact the Teen's Wellbeing and Success?" Fourth place overall was awarded to Danyelle McGrew, for her project, "The Emotinal Impact of Chronic Illness on Healthy Siblings." Other student projects included:
-Mykiah Ayers: The Effects of Addiction
-Sidney Burbridge: The Impacts of Parental Incarceration on Early Adulthood
-Theo Langitt: ACEs and Homelessness
-Nata Mena: Challenges of First-generation Refugee College Students
-Halle Wulfekuhle: Belongingness in College

Current Grand View social work students can get a partial scholarship to attend the symposium! Ask one of the social work faculty for details.

Congratulations to all of our incredible BSW and MSW graduates! 🎓✨ It was an unforgettable day celebrating your hard work, dedication, and achievements. We’re so proud of each of you and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the world.