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SSA Magazine (Archive)

Many Disciplines, One Goal

In SSA’s new Interdisciplinary Scholar Networks, researchers from disparate fields work together to build a stronger whole
December 1, 2012
SSA Magazine (Archive)

Pushed Around

A changing world lets bullying in between the cracks.
June 1, 2012
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Addressing Disparity

We need to address the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on African Americans
June 1, 2012
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Social Work | Social Justice

SSA students in UChicago’s Human Rights Program traveled around the globe to explore broader societal implications of social work.
June 1, 2012
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No Safe Haven

A study in Israel shows a quarter of children in residential foster homes have been maltreated
June 1, 2012
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Outstanding Alumni

SSA’s Edith Abbott Award recognizes SSA alumni for distinguished service to society and for outstanding professional contributions at the local, national, or international levels. Charles Curie and Jona Rosenfeld, the two winners of the 2011 award, repres
June 1, 2012
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Immigration and Identity

Talk about immigration is usually about federal policies and legal frameworks. But some researchers are examining how being an immigrant affects young people’s everyday lives.
June 1, 2012
SSA Magazine (Archive)

Shaken Support

The child support system wasn’t built for today’s more complex families
June 1, 2012