Stories
Grad Spotlight: Seizing Opportunities
As commencement approaches, Harris College Ph.D. in Health Sciences student Jessica Grace reflects on her time at TCU.
Horned Frogs In The News: Social Work Faculty Talks Disconnected Youth
Assistant Professor of Social Work Ashley Palmer, Ph.D., says disconnected youth fall along a spectrum of connectedness to work and school. Poor mental health and a lack of a financial safety net contribute to rising disconnection.
Crossing Continents, Cultivating Connections
Nadja Zimmerman ’20 (’23 MSW ’26 Ph.D. in Health Sciences), an international student from Singapore and a Horned Frog twice over, shares her experience with us as we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.
From the Marines to Combatting Homelessness
This Social Work alum's journey to TCU is unlike the typical path most students tread. After joining the Marine Corps, he found himself deploying to Afghanistan. His return to the states marked the beginning of a new chapter as he utilized his military benefits to enroll at TCU.
Celebrating Academic Excellence
It is with great pride and honor that we announce the tenure, promotion and emeritus milestones achieved by 11 our esteemed faculty members. Their dedication, intellect and scholarly achievements have illuminated our University and enriched the academic community at large.
Empowering Changemakers
TCU Department of Social Work hosts Green Honors Chair Anthony Estreet, Ph.D., CEO of the National Association of Social Workers, delving into the endless ways social workers and social service professionals can invigorate and strengthen their commitment to social work and its values.
Social Work Student Takes the Lead On Mental Health Research and Advocacy
One student’s research examining COVID-19's impact on college students leads to a vision for change surrounding mental health care in young adults.
Celebrating Our First-Gen Students
TCU has been supporting first-generation college students through its TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) since 1997. Some of Harris College’s First-Gen students share encouragement and advice to others navigating their First-Gen journey.
Effective Teams Lead to Improved Health Care Outcomes
During the 2023 Premier Green Honors Chair lecture, Eduardo Salas, Ph.D. expresses that effective teams require defined goals and purpose; role clarity, timely and efficient communication; and a supportive leader set the foundation for effective teamwork.