A Transforming Approach to Social Work Education and Research Marilyn Flynn, PhD University of Southern California National Association of Deans and Directors of Social Work Meeting Laguna Beach, CA
The Challenge Research advancement A new business model Immersive learning Scale
Our Program: Main Features Long term business partner Exclusive contract Close proximity Crossover in personnel
Our Program: Main Features An academic center Included in faculty and student governance Emphasis on USC culture Highly supported
Our Program: Main Features Full-time PhD faculty leadership All concentrations Enrollment nationwide Migration of students, curriculum, faculty
Our Program: Unique Features Scale – enrollment over 2,000 Geographic reach Virtual group activity (256 groups) Student maturity
Our Program: Main Features Built-in information system (Salesforce) Cutting edge platform Joint investment Bi-weekly, quarterly meetings
Not a Recipe for All Diversity in missions University culture Experience and interest