Social Work

Student Social Work Organization (SSWO)

The Student Social Work Organization (SSWO) is a student organization for Social Work students at the University of Memphis.

Mission

The mission of the Student Social Work Organization at the University of Memphis is to advance communication between students, faculty, administrators and community service providers in the social service fields.

Vision

The Student Social Work Organization is committed to social change by promoting empowerment and social justice through service and outreach.

Schedule of Meetings and Events for AY 2026-2027

2026-27 SSWO Officers

President - Madisyn Singleton

Vice President - Amanda Buchanan

Secretary - Jordyn Petty

Media Manager- Ravyn Payne

Treasurer - Izzie Blankenship 

Undergraduate Faculty Liaison-Brittany Ward

MSW Faculty Liaison-Luke Cameron

DSW Faculty Liaison-OPEN

 

Membership

Membership in SSWO is open to any University of Memphis Social Work student in either undergraduate or graduate study that is currently in good standing and registered at the University of Memphis for at least one or more credit courses. Lifetime dues are $20.

If you would like to become a member of SSWO, please complete the SSWO membership application on the TigerZone: pahe:https://memphis.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/sswo

Additionally, stay up to date on the latest happenings by joining our
GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/71321956/d975z1pm and following us on
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uofmsswo/ 

Organization Policy

You can view the Constitution and bylaws here: SSWO Bylaws

Faculty Advisors

Dr. Susan Neely-Barnes (snlybrns@memphis.edu) and Cherry Malone (ccmalone@memphis.edu).