An unsettling rise in ER visits due to eating disorders amid #Covid amplified health care expenses. But a national study with U Calgary #socialwork prof. Gina Dimitropoulos, this is only a fraction of the real cost. Diving deeper: bit.ly/3UFdaVF

Unseen Impacts: The #Covid pandemic led to a surge in eating disorder cases, intensifying healthcare costs - says a new study led by U Calgary #socialwork prof Gina Dimitropoulos. But this is merely scratching the surface. Learn more: bit.ly/3UFdaVF

A dinner that was about a lot more than delicious food! U Calgary #Social Work recently shared an amazing #Iftar dinner sponsored by ICNA's Calgary chapter, students, faculty and staff. Read more: bit.ly/4bizie1

Thinking about your MSW this year? Applications open August 14. Advance your career or join one of Canada's most needed professions with our unique specializations. Degrees are mostly online with on-campus residencies. bit.ly/3QmK3ny

Congrats to ANOTHER of our amazing U Calgary #socialwork PhD students, Sandy Rao, named a 2023 KillamLaureates scholar. Rao’s research supports young adults seeking mental-health care for mood and anxiety disorders. bit.ly/3WnK6DA

Prosopagnosia - or face-blindness, hasn't stopped U Calgary #socialwork Prince Chiagozie Ekoh from earning Canada's highest graduate honours. Dig into his #inspiring story! bit.ly/44qVyA7

A spike in emergency room visits by people suffering from eating disorders during #Covid drove up health care costs, but a new national study with U Calgary #socialwork prof Gina Dimitropoulos says that's just the tip of the iceberg. bit.ly/3UFdaVF

Making a difference starts with understanding. Join us TONIGHT (Wed. April 24) for a free Alpha House workshop to gaining insights on helping those facing homelessness & addiction. Together, we can change lives! #SocialWork #Homelessness #Helpingothers bit.ly/3QeXLbU

Working with vulnerable people? Join us tomorrow (Wed, April 24) for a free Alpha House workshop for insight on those experiencing homelessness & addiction. #SocialWork #Homelessness #Helpingothers bit.ly/3QeXLbU

Want to learn more about engaging vulnerable people? Join us THIS Wed. April 24 for a free workshop with Alpha house. Get informed about how to help those experiencing homelessnees & living with addictions. #homelessness #helpingothers #socialwork bit.ly/3QeXLbU

The clock is ticking on Giving Day 2024! 🕰️ Whether you're aiding our committed social work students or propelling our mission of change - every bit helps! 💫 #GivingDay2024 #AgentsOfChange bit.ly/3xI0d4q

'Ever wonder how 'young-old adults' (50-64) often fall through the cracks when it comes to finding housing? This insightful article by Ashley DeRosa explains. Thanks for sharing, Aging in the Right Place | Viellir au Bon Endroit! #housing #agingpopulation #socialservices #socialwork

It seems pretty obvious🙄 but not all #Indigenous peoples are the same! Join us today as Blackfoot #socialwork er Shawn Singer discusses the issue of #PanIndigenism in #socialwork and #alliedhealth bit.ly/42Sd5R3

Congratulations 🎉 to Angelique Jenney our Wood's Homes Research Chair in Children's Mental Health! Angelique won a #UCalgary teaching award for their innovative simulation videos that allow students to practice clinical skills in a safe setting. bit.ly/49DEzwj

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It's the last day of #blackhistorymonth and we're finishing with our elbows up! #YYC Today we salute the amazing and gentlemanly Jarome Iginla Jarome Iginla, a generational talent and #changemaker ! See Jarome's and all our profiles here: bit.ly/3SdS5zi

How do we integrate diverse perspectives and promote inclusivity in #transdisciplinary scholarship? Join Dr. Yahya El-Lahib and other #UCalgary experts for this informative webinar March 5, 9 a.m. 🌟 #EDIWeek2024 #TransdisciplinaryScholarship #UCalgary bit.ly/42TfF9i

🌟 'I am Not Who You Think I am' 🌟 Join us March 6, 7 pm to explore the challenges & hopes of young Muslims in Canada. Dr. Aamir Jamal & young Muslims will discuss identity, inclusion & combating stereotypes 🇨🇦✊ #YoungMuslimsCanada #Inclusion #UCalgary bit.ly/3T2y9js

Join us for 'We are not all the same' with Shawn Singer, a Blackfoot social worker, as he shares his experiences with pan-Indigenism in social work. Let's embrace diversity and challenge assumptions in our practice. 🌱 #IndigenousPerspectives #SocialWork #UCalgary

🎉 Save the date! Our annual research symposium promises innovative solutions to pressing social issues through transdisciplinary collaboration. Stay tuned for updates on this transformative initiative! Learn more: bit.ly/3I0qkWa
#ResearchInnovation #Symposium2024