MSW Student Ambassadors Wurzweiler School of Social Work Meet the MSW student ambassadors at Wurzweiler School of Social Work, 樱花动漫. Learn from their experiences and insights. Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology The Student Ambassador Program connects current students with newly admitted and prospective students to share their first-hand experiences throughout our various MSW program formats. Our ambassadors can provide insight on faculty/student dynamics, field placement opportunities, and resources to help students succeed. Interested in speaking with an MSW student ambassador? Contact our Graduate Admissions Office: Email: gradschool@yu.edu Phone: 646.592.4745 Text: 929.531.6013 Chanette Bovell, MSW '24 Brooklyn, NY | MSW/PhD Program I am currently a MSW/PhD student at Wurzweiler School of Social Work. A Brooklyn, NY resident and mother of two boys. Professionally, I currently serve as a child protective specialist with the Administration for Children Services (ACS) where I advance their mission of supporting the protection, safety, and well-being of NYC's children, youth, families, and communities. I pride myself on developing strong relationships with those I interface with and believe that a strong rapport is the foundation for engaging challenging and complex human conditions. Furthermore, through my service with the Wurzweiler Care Caf茅 program and other community activities, I continue to develop skills which serve some of city's most vulnerable populations in areas such as domestic violence, child abuse and neglect. Michal Greenberg-Cohen, MSW '24 New York, NY | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program I'm a full-time MSW student, enrolled in the in-person program, and a humble member of the class of 2024. After moving from Israel to the US 13 years ago, I found my calling as a sexual educator. This journey inspired me to pursue an MSW degree at Wurzweiler School of Social Work, with an additional emphasis on the Trauma Informed Practice certificate. I believe in bridging cultures, empowering through education, and dedicating myself to a path of compassion and transformation. Rena Kahn, MSW '24 Boca Raton, FL | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program My name is Rena Kahn and I am hoping to graduate from Wurzweiler School of Social Work in May 2024. I'm currently focusing on earning a certificate in Trauma Informed Practice. This path has expanded my ability to understand and support individuals and communities dealing with trauma, and I'm looking forward to using this expertise and knowledge to make a meaningful difference in the field of social work. Hallie Rodney, MSW '24 Ontario, Canada | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program My name is Hallie Rodney and I am going into my second year of the Wurzweiler Social Work program. I will be graduating from the program in May 2024. I am currently located in Toronto and I am completing the Summer Block program. I attended in-person classes on the Wurzweiler campus last summer and this summer. I completed my first placement in Toronto in the Child Welfare sector where I learned how to work with families and children undergoing a multitude of stressors and challenges. This coming year, I will be completing my placement at a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Day Treatment program working with adolescents aged 13-18. I am passionate about working with children, young adults and families. I am also highly involved in research exploring arts-based approaches, specifically digital storytelling. I hope to continue my research in arts-based approaches to care, and how it provides people with creative and unique ways of expression. Taaliba Speede-Ince, MSW'24 Brooklyn, NY | MSW Live Virtual/Traditional On-Campus Program My name is Taaliba Speede-Ince, and I am a second-year MSW student with a Specialization in Advanced Clinical Practice. I am scheduled to graduate in May 2024. I am currently working with children and families who come into contact with the child welfare system, specifically foster care. In addition, my field placement entails working with youth who have experienced foster care. I have been working with children and families from all sections of society for over ten years. I'm passionate about my work, making a difference, creating equal opportunities, and advocating for those who are in difficult circumstances. I am a hard-working, resourceful, and driven individual who isn't afraid to face a challenge. I further describe myself as an open-minded, resilient, supportive, and honest person who doesn't believe in misleading other people and try to be fair in everything I do.
