Remote Learning and Work: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 will be a remote learning and remote workday for main campus and Wayne campus due to the extreme cold.

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School of Social Work and Family Sciences

The University of Akron’s School of Social Work and Family Sciences will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to become competent professionals who can create changes in society and improve the lives of all people through the pursuit of social justice.

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Social worker assisting female student.

Social Work 

Academic programs in

  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BA/BASW)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
Child and Family Development counselor with mother and daughter.

Child & Family Development 

Academic program in

  • Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Development (BA)
  • Master of Child and Family Development (MA)

Have a question about our programs? Contact Dr. Tim McCarragher, School Director, at mccarra@uakron.edu.