Organization profile
Organization profile
The University of Montana School of Social Work offers dynamic Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities while promoting social justice. Through hands-on learning and community engagement, the BSW program prepares students for entry-level social work roles across a variety of settings, from child welfare to healthcare and advocacy. The MSW program equips graduates to address complex social challenges in the Rocky Mountain West, fostering leadership in practice, policy, and advocacy. Supported by the Center for Children, Families, and Workforce Development, the School serves as a vital resource for research and professional education, advancing social work excellence throughout Montana and beyond.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 1 No Poverty -
SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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A Case for Critical Social Work Theory During COVID-19
Knipp, H., Mar 2 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of Progressive Human Services.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Civil-Society-Organization Approaches to Social and Community Development in Vietnam
Koehn, P. & Ngai, P., May 2026, In: Southeast Asia Development Research. 2, 1, p. 1-13 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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COVID-19-related impacts on mental health among Indigenous peoples: “I’m scared every day”
Ka’apu, K., Knipp, H., O’Connor, C. E. & Blume, A. W., 2026, In: Social Work in Mental Health. 24, 2, p. 93-116 24 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
2 Scopus citations