UT Arlington

UT Arlington School of Social Work

Office of Student Success

Updated: Jul 25, 2011

Welcome to the Office of Student Success. This office exists to assist students in their educational and professional development as social workers. The ultimate goal of the office is to retain students throughout their time in UTA SSW and to have them graduate.

The Office of Student Success assists and supports students regarding:

  • Student retention- developing Student Success Plans
  • Students struggling with academic or personal difficulties
  • Refers/links students to other resources which may be appropriate
  • Getting students involved in SSW activities and UTA activities
  • Provides workshops on various topics to assist students in being successful
  • Career exploration & connection to UTA Career Services
  • Crisis management of student issues
  • Scholarship application process

The Director of Student Success is also responsible for:

  • Faculty advisor for the Social Work Constituency Council
  • Faculty advisor for Phi Alpha Honor Society
  • Orientation
  • Student engagement
  • Weekly student e-newsletter
  • Student leadership
  • Provides assistance for Professional Standards-Policies and Procedures
  • Provides assistance for Grade Grievance Procedures
  • Student Success Referrals
  • Member of Student Relations Committee

Please feel free to drop by or make an appointment to discuss any concerns you may have regarding your academics and/or personal issues or to get involved in events and student organizations!

I’m always seeking students who want to get involved in SSW and UTA activities!

Dr. Beth Amey
Building A, 301F
817-272-7232
beth.amey@uta.edu

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