The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a public research university in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1857 as the Cook County Normal School, UIC is the second oldest university in the University of Illinois system and the largest university in the Chicago metropolitan area. UIC enrolls over 33,000 students from all 50 states and over 100 countries. The university offers over 400 undergraduate and graduate degree programs through 16 colleges and schools.
The Jane Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois Chicago, located in Chicago, IL, is deeply rooted in a legacy of social justice inspired by Jane Addams. The college is dedicated to educating professional social workers committed to addressing the needs of poor, oppressed, and at-risk urban populations. Offering Bachelor's, Master's (with specializations like Child and Family, Mental Health, and more), and PhD programs, JACSW provides comprehensive training. Students gain practical experience through extensive community engagement and field placements throughout Chicago. Faculty research focuses on critical urban social issues, informing policy and practice to promote social, racial, and economic justice.
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