Welcome to the Department of
Social Work and Family Studies
The Department of Social Work & Family Studies offers a major Social Work, and a major in Family Studies.
Social Work and Family Studies are fields of study that build upon the liberal arts to prepare students to identify the changing needs of individuals, families, groups and communities, develop the knowledge and skills to satisfy those needs, and explore policies and programs that prevent and address social problems. Our courses integrate cross cultural, global, and experiential learning.
Upcoming Events
Senior Social Work Retreat:
April 29th, 2008
Heritage Room
5:30 - 8:00pm. Bring your tissues.
Kimer Tea:
May 9th, 2008
Margaret Skoglund Room
3:30 - 5:00pm --Bring your tissues again
Commencement Reception:
May 25, 2008
BC 142
11:00 - 12:00pm
Social Work Pictures at 11:30
Family Studies Pictures at 11:45
News Flash
Department Chair:
Mary Carlsen, MSW, LICSW
carlsen@stolaf.edu
507-786-3136
Family Studies Instructor:
Sharon Powell, Ph.D
powell@stolaf.edu
507-786-3130
Social Work Instructors:
Mary Carlsen, MSW, LICSW
carlsen@stolaf.edu
507-786-3136
Naurine Lennox, MA, LICSW
lennox@stolaf.edu
507-786-3350
(on leave 2007-08)
Valerie Green, MSW, LICSW
greenv@stolaf.edu
507-786-3350

