I love the macro-micro social work spectrum. Being able to understand how policies influence an individual has been super beneficial, especially working within a community/culture such as collegiate athletics.

What is your career focus?

I would love to be a school social worker or provide psychotherapy to children and adolescents.

What made you decide to further your education?

I’ve always wanted to work in the field of mental health, but when I was pursuing my undergraduate degree, I had chosen to focus on my other passion: photography.

Why did you select the Online Master of Social Work program at Adelphi?

At the time, I had a full-time job, and I thought it would be convenient to be part of the online program. Adelphi’s social work program came highly recommended.

How has the online learning experience been for you so far?

The convenience of the OMSW program works exceptionally well for me.

What are your experiences like with faculty, staff and fellow students?

The faculty were very hands-on and passionate about social work. There are professors who really took me under their wing, and for that I am truly grateful.

What are some of the most interesting or useful concepts and skills you have learned in the OMSW program so far? How have you applied that skill in work or life?

Motivational interviewing. It has come in handy in both my professional and personal life. It holds the person you’re interacting with accountable and encourages them to open up more.

Can you describe an interesting project you worked on in the program?

It was an absolute honor to be selected as a Graduate Assistant for the Interdisciplinary Education and Training Experience (IDEATE) program, which provides behavioral healthcare services for children and adolescents in underserved communities. Dr. Newransky’s trust in me gave me great confidence.

What tips do you have for someone as they begin graduate school?

It will be hard work. Give the people in your life a heads up that you will not be as available as you might have been prior to starting graduate school.

I love the macro-micro social work spectrum. Being able to understand how policies influence an individual has been super beneficial, especially working within a community/culture such as collegiate athletics.

What is your career focus?

I specialize in working with athletes. My previous degrees allow me to navigate the fields of mental health and mental performance.

What made you decide to further your education?

I wanted to gain a license and eventually take insurance in private practice.

Why did you select the Online Master of Social Work at Adelphi University?

I was already working at Adelphi, and I appreciate the part-time, online format. In addition, my grandmother has her MSW from Adelphi.

What are your experiences like with faculty, staff and fellow students?

I had so many wonderful interactions with faculty and students that my peers and I created for ourselves as it was an online program. It made meeting everyone in person so much sweeter.

Can you describe an interesting project you worked on in the program?

For my policy courses, I looked at the gender wage gap of sport coaches, but it proved to be a much more complex issue. This led me to look into the macro level of sport policy and investigate how other countries structure sport at the governmental level.

What goals do you hope to achieve from the Online MSW program? In what ways is the OMSW program assisting you in achieving your goals?

My goal had been to attain an LMSW. Now, my new goals are to attain my LCSW and become SIFI certified to eventually take on interns who are interested in specializing in athletes and mental health.

What tips do you have for someone as they begin graduate school?

My tip is to stay organized and communicate with your professors.