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The College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) invites faculty, staff, and students to attend Feeding Futures, a presentation highlighting the impact of food insecurity on UND students. Through a series of short presentations, CNPD faculty and student leaders from Nutrition & Dietetics, Nursing, and Social Work will explore how food insecurity affects student well-being, […]
The University of North Dakota Department of Social Work is expanding access to graduate education with the launch of a new, full-time online option for the Advanced Generalist specialization in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program, beginning Summer 2026. Designed for motivated students seeking a faster pathway to advanced generalist social work practice, this […]
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The call for poster submissions for the 2026 UND Disability Awareness Day event is now open. Next year’s Disability Awareness Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the UND Memorial Union Ballroom on Monday, March 16, 2026. This annual event highlights our university’s collective commitment to inclusion, accessibility, innovation, and disability awareness across the University […]
If you’re considering advancing your education — or building on a degree you already have — the University of North Dakota’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers flexible pathways designed to help you make a meaningful impact. The UND MSW program welcomes students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, including Social […]
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As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year marked by growth, momentum, and meaningful impact across the University of North Dakota College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines. From program expansion and new opportunities for students to continued engagement in research, scholarship, and service, 2025 has been a year of […]
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Each year, the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) celebrates the accomplishments of our faculty, students, staff, and alumni who advance learning, research, and service across North Dakota and beyond. From impactful research and innovative teaching to community engagement and national recognition, 2025 was another year that reflected the strength and dedication of our […]
A New Approach to Financial Health That Integrates Mental Health, Relationships, and Community By Jeffrey Anvari-Clark, PhD, MA, LMSW, Assistant Professor, University of North Dakota Department of Social Work. Editor’s Note: Each January, Financial Wellness Month reminds us that money stress isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s a health issue that affects our minds, bodies, […]
December 18, 2025 | 2:15 p.m. Memorial Union Henry Ballroom, Grand Forks, ND Your family and guests are welcome to enjoy an inclusive traditional Dakota Honor song at 1:00 in honor of all Social Work graduates Program Master of Ceremonies Dr. Isaac Karikari, MSW Program Director Welcome Dr. H. Stephen Cooper, Chair, Department of Social […]
December 18, 2025 | 1:15 p.m. Memorial Union Henry Ballroom, Grand Forks, ND Your family and guests are welcome to enjoy an inclusive traditional Dakota Honor song at 1:00 in honor of all Social Work graduates. Program Master of Ceremonies Prof. Barbara Kitko, BSSW Program Director Welcome Dr. H. Stephen Cooper, Chair, Department of Social […]
Recent Research & Scholarship Activities Reported activities can also be found on the CNPD Publication & Scholarly Work Website Reported as of November 24, 2025 Congratulations! Barbara Kitko had a presentation, “Ethical Considerations in Trauma-Informed Care” for ND Long-Term Care Association, which was delivered at the North Dakota Long-Term Care Association Fall Conference. The presentation […]