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MLK 2019 at UW SSW & The Health-Sciences Bldg (Posted 11/26/18)

Amidst the joys and challenges of your studies, along with those of our nation and the world, may we each take a moment to note we again have the opportunity to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.  This coming January 17th 2019, our annual tribute acknowledges academic community members who are engaged in community service and volunteerism.  We are now seeking nominations for the 2019 Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Volunteer Recognition Award for the School of Social Work.  Our question to you: Who among us should be noted for their work’s continuing the legacy of Dr. King?  Won’t you take a moment to nominate that person or program?

With our Health Sciences Center colleagues, we will recognize awardees at this two-part commemoration that honors individuals or groups who exemplify this national holiday’s principles through their:

  • Commitment to addressing community needs, particularly communities of color and those who are marginalized
  • Development and implementation of significant programs to improve the human condition
  • Outstanding efforts to protect and empower all people.

Please nominate a school of social work student, staff, faculty member or group!

  • Describe the good work that person or group has done;
  • The ways it matches the above criteria of the award;
  • Please submit a brief letter (or email) of support for your nomination(s) to this sender, Khalfani Mwamba, mwambk@uw.edu, no later than Friday, December 07th at 0500p.m.

We so appreciate your help in identifying these deserving persons!  Don’t delay, nominate today!

         Past awardees:

2019— 

2018—The CWTAP Program Team

2017—The “Dean’s Team” of the UW SSW

2016—James DeLong

2015—Norma Timbang

2014—Jennifer Maglalang

2013—Leon Preston

2012—OSSW

2011—Juanita Ricks

2010—Emiko Tajima

2009 — Karen Johnson

2008 — Gino Aisenberg

2007 — Marian Harris

2006 — Zynovia Hetherington

2005 — Margaret Spearmon

2004 — SWINAC

2003 — Sue Sohng

2002 — Tony Ishisaka

2001 — Steve Wilson

2000 — Stan de Mello

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