We are thrilled to announce that three of our exceptional SSW students have been selected as Provost's Global Scholars for 2025!
We are thrilled to announce that three of our exceptional SSW students have been selected as Provost's Global Scholars for 2025! This prestigious program offers UMB students the opportunity to engage in critical analysis of complex global systems and their implications for people's lives and Earth's sustainability.
Our outstanding scholars and their projects are:
David Robertson
Project: "Enhancing Caregiver Support in Grief through a Community-Led Initiative with Make-A-Wish Norge"
Location: Norway
Simpson Kamugisha
Project: "Qualitative Study of the Lived Experiences of Boda Boda Drivers Who Have Experienced Accidents in Uganda"
Location: Uganda
Thomas Northrup
Project: "Developing a Psychodrama Model for Disaster Recovery"
Location: Japan
Each scholar will receive a $2,000 stipend to support their educational expenses related to their proposed experience. Learn more about Provost Global Scholars program.
These projects exemplify the School of Social Work's commitment to global engagement and innovative research. We are proud of our students' dedication to addressing critical social issues on an international scale.
Please join us in congratulating David, Simpson, and Thomas on this remarkable achievement. We look forward to the valuable insights and experiences they will bring back to our community.