Friends of the School of Social Work

The Friends of the School of Social Work connects social work alumni with one another and with Salem State University through networking events and professional development opportunities. The Friends of the School of Social Work solicits nominations for and presents an annual Outstanding Social Worker Alumni Award to a bachelor of social work (BSW) or master of social Work (MSW) graduate of Salem State University.

The Friends of the School of Social Work Mission Statement

The mission of the Friends of the School of Social Work is to engage alumni of the Salem State University School of Social Work in programs and activities which advance Salem State University and public education for social workers, and which cultivates and retains the loyalty and support of its alumni, and provides linkage between the educational process and the field of social work.

Professional Development Workshops

Upcoming complimentary CEU events offered by the School of Social Work:

Tuesday, February 11: Wellbeing enhancement and burnout prevention to ensure career longevity

Outstanding Social Worker Alumni Award

The Friends of the School of Social Work's Outstanding Social Worker Alumni Award honors School of Social Work alumni who have shown dedication to the field of social work by:

making outstanding contributions to the social work profession
performing outstanding service in their chosen area
nurturing professional development of social workers

Please provide as much biographical information as possible to help the screening committee with their decision. Nominate an individual now. Nominations for 2025 are now closed. Nominees for 2026 consideration are being accepted until March 1, 2026.

Contact Us

Alumni Relations
978.542.7530

Ex-Officio Members

Monica Leisey PhD, Professor & Chair, School of Social Work; Faculty Fellow for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Beth Massaro PhD, Associate Dean, School of Social Work