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Two UIC Black History Makers at Jane Addams

Posted on March 31, 2022

Two members of the Jane Addams College of Social Work community have been honored as Black History Makers by the Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Blacks: Dr. Joseph Strickland and MSW student…

Professor James Swartz

The Public Health Impact of Cannabis Legalization

Posted on October 07, 2021

Professor James Swartz is studying the public health impact of cannabis legalization in Illinois and evaluating the development of programs to mitigate social problems stemming from the war on drugs.

Professor Sonya Leathers

Increasing Mental Health Access for Young People

Posted on October 07, 2021

Professor Sonya Leathers has received funding to extend the Integrated Behavioral Health Training Program for another four years, expanding availability of behavioral health services for young people.

Asst. Prof. Daysi Ximena Diaz-Strong

Helping Undocumented Youth Access Resources

Posted on October 07, 2021

Assistant Professor Daysi Ximena Diaz-Strong new study will help schools support undocumented youth in finding financial support for higher education.

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