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Michigan, United States | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program

Choosing Wurzweiler for my MSW was a very intentional decision. Living in Michigan, I needed a strong and supportive master’s program that still felt personal and community oriented. Wurzweiler truly exceeded those expectations. Even from a distance, I have always felt supported by the staff and genuinely connected to the students. I love the small class sizes, the accessibility of the professors, and the close relationships I have formed with both faculty and classmates. The program feels genuinely supportive and personal, which is exactly what I hoped to find. I’m completing the Gerontology certificate. I am currently working 30 hours a week as a Geriatric Care Manager, while also interning at a behavioral health clinic as a therapist, all while managing my coursework. Even with such a full schedule, I feel like I’m learning practical and applicable lessons that I use every single day both in my care management role and in my clinical work as a behavioral health intern. Everything I learn feels grounded, relevant, and directly connected to real-world social work practice. My social work interests include aging, dementia care, behavioral health, care management, family systems, and ethical decision-making. Wurzweiler has given me the space, support, and confidence to grow in all these areas. The combination of faculty support, tight-knit classes, and authentic community has been one of the most meaningful parts of my experience. As a Student Ambassador, I hope to give other students the same warmth, encouragement, and connection that I have received. I care deeply about helping people adjust, feel welcomed, and find their place whether they are new to the program or navigating a transition. Helping students feel supported during big changes matters to me, and I am excited to show up for others in that way.

Brooklyn, New York | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program

I chose Wurzweiler because even within a flexible and virtual classroom I immediately felt a genuine sense of community and connection. The program allowed me to learn in ways that fit my life, whether in person, or through the Live Virtual Classroom. I have appreciated how supported I have felt throughout the program. My background is in education, specifically special education, and a huge part of my identity as a professional comes from that work. During my first year, Wurzweiler made it possible for me to complete my placement in a school setting, which aligned closely with my experience. When I was ready to expand into something different, the program helped me secure a clinical placement at a private group practice, with the option to work remotely or in person. What I have appreciated most is that Wurzweiler encouraged me to continue viewing social work through the lens of special education and welcomed the expertise I brought into the classroom. Wurzweiler has also encouraged me to explore different interests. In my first semester, I took a course in Gerontology, which expanded my curiosity about aging and intergenerational work. I appreciate how the program brings together students at many different stages in their lives, whether entering the field for the first time, coming from creative arts or education like I did, or returning for a second or third career. That mix has created a thoughtful and warm learning environment where everyone is exploring social work for meaningful reasons. I also value the strong emphasis on advocacy throughout the program, which continues to shape the work that I am doing.