Address
Social Work Complex - A, Room 211
211 South Cooper Street, Box 19129
Arlington, TX 76019
Phone (Local): 817-272-3181 | (Toll Free): 866-272-3181
Fax: 817-272-5229
Office of Advising and Student Success
Welcome to the School of Social Work’s Academic Advising and Student Success!! Here is where you will find your academic advisor plus so much more to help you with being successful during your journey in the University of Texas at Arlington’s School of Social Work. So whether you’re a BSW, BSW-Intended or an MSW student, the following information may be for you:
ABOUT
Academic advisors help students explore their interests and connect them to critical resources that provide the tools for informed decision making aligned with academic, career, and community minded goals.
The responsibilities of the academic advisor at UT Arlington are to:
- Empower students to discover and attain their academic and life goals;
- Serve as an advocate for student success;
- Serve as an interface to university services; and
- Provide accurate information about academic standards and requirements in a timely and efficient manner.
Establishing a strong connection with your academic advisor puts you on the right track for academic success.
Student Success and Advising Canvas Page
Need information about advising, writing resources, School of Social Work activities and UTA Resources, check out our Canvas page.
- Open the Student Success course on your Canvas dashboard and enroll here. You'll find that it opens to a new home page.
- On the home page, you'll see the names of the new modules, along with a brief description of their contents. Scroll down and click the module named "Academic Resources."
- The Academic Resources menu will open. Find the page named "Writing Workshops." Under this page, you'll see a separate page for each of the recorded workshops. Locate the title you're interested in viewing, click on it, and you'll find the video and workshop notes.
Advising Power Hour
Do you have general advising questions that don't require a full appointment? Interested in meeting other SSW students but can't make it to campus? Looking to learn more about the Social Work profession? If this sounds like you, join your advisor during their Power Hour. Their days/times are listed under their bio. Remember, you're not the only one in the session so this is not to be used for an advising appointment. To schedule an appointment, use the links under your advisor's bio.
Academic Advising Drop-In Sessions
Need to meet with your advisor but there's no upcoming appointment available, drop-in either in person or virtually on Wednesdays. To schedule your 30-minute drop-in time, click the link above/below. Be sure to select in-person or virtual and your advisor. Remember, drop-in sessions are on a first come basis and the link only opens on Wednesdays.
Academic Advising Drop-In Link
General Advising and Student Success Contact
Administrative Assistant I
Joyce Peters
Joyce Peters is an Administrative Assistant at the University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work. Although Joyce is from New Orleans, she has lived in the DFW area most of her adult life. Prior to coming to the University of Texas at Arlington, she worked several years at the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). Joyce is a “DIE HARD” New Orleans Saints Fan and SEC Football Fan. When she is not at UTA she is busy spending time with her nieces and nephews or going to one of her favorite craft stores.
Undergraduate Advisors
Academic Advisor III
Valerie Adame
Valerie Adame received her BSW degree in 2013 and her MSW degree in 2018 from the University of Texas at Arlington. During her graduate program, she specialized in mental health and substance abuse, and had the amazing opportunity to complete her internship at a psychiatric hospital, working with patients ages 12 to 80. While completing her Master’s degree, she worked full time at the UTA as an administrative assistant supporting the office for Research and Faculty Affairs and the PhD program. While providing administrative support for the PhD program, she realized her passion for working with college students and helping them achieve their goals. In the future she hopes to continue to work in the college setting and to expand on her skills as a social worker to empower students.
Academic Advisor I
Sabrina Earl
Sabrina Earl is a native of Oakland, CA but has lived most of her adult life in the DFW area. She received her Bachelor of Business – Human Resource Management in 2016 from Western Governors University and plans to pursue her graduate degree in the near future. Sabrina has worked as an administrative professional in a variety of environments with 8 years of experience in higher education. She found her passion in helping students reach their academic goals and providing a safe space for them to let their guard down and truly be themselves. Her future plans are to continue working in higher education and help students achieve their goals while growing her knowledge and skills in academic advising.
Academic Advisor I
Kyleigh Easter
Kyleigh Easter is a native Texan, born in Ft Worth, TX. Kyleigh is currently an Academic Advisor at University of Texas at Arlington for the School of Social Work. Before joining the School of Social Work at UT Arlington, Kyleigh worked as a collegiate coach guiding and advising her players both on and off the field. She found her passion in helping students reach their goals and providing a safe space for self-expression. She earned her B.A. in Psychology at Lyon College in 2016 and a Master’s degree in education at Goucher College in 2021. When Kyleigh is not advising students at UTA she loves to spend outdoors, playing soccer, and visiting with friends.
MSW Advisors
Mental Health and Substance Misuse Advisor
Toy Howard
Toy Howard is a native Texan, born in Dallas, TX. Toy graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Social work from University of Texas at Arlington and later attended Texas A & M Commerce with where she obtained her Master’s degree in Social Work. Prior to coming to UTA Ms. Howard worked for the City of Dallas Office of Homeless Solutions for 2 years, assisting homeless individual’s in becoming self-sufficient. Ms. Howard worked for The Department of Family and Protective Services for 4 years where she investigated abuse, neglect and exploitation of the elderly, adults and teens with mental illnesses and physical disabilities. MS. Howard has always had a passion for helping individuals face their challenges while providing guidance and assistance in helping them to become successful. A few things about Toy: She enjoys traveling to different States She enjoys crafts, movies and museums Her favorite color is Gray
Children and Families Advisor
Ann Hunt-Rodgers
Mrs. Ann Hunt-Rodgers is an Academic Advisor III for the School of Social Work. Mrs. Hunt-Rodgers as an Academic Advisor stresses the importance of self-care, confidentiality, and the NASW Code of Ethics six core values (service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence) as they are crucially vital to all levels of practice. She previously worked as the Administrative Assistant, Social Work Field Instructor, Academic Advisor for the AAST minor, and Event Coordinator for the Center for African American Studies (CAAS), since 2014, and possesses four years of teaching experience in the School of Social Work. Mrs. Hunt-Rodgers also has over eight years of experience working for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS).
Foundation Advisor
George Jauss
George Jauss is an Academic adviser at the University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work. Before joining the School of Social work at UT Arlington, George worked in various avenues that involved social work including working with the Boys and Girls Club as music director and gaining experience with Children and family services. He earned a B.A in History at California State University, San Bernardino and A master’s degree in education at Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego. When George is not advising students at UTA, he loves spending time with his family, spending time outdoors, going to the beach, and playing his guitar. George is also a published singer/songwriter.
Aging, Health and Cap Advisor
Leslie Reyna
Leslie Reyna was born and raised in Tyler, TX, and is the first in her family to achieve both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. She achieved her bachelor’s degree at UT Tyler where she double majored in Multimedia Communications and Spanish with a minor in International Relations. Leslie achieved her master’s degree in Social Work at UT Arlington in December 2021 where she specialized in Community and Administrative Practice. Leslie’s parents are both Mexican immigrants which is where her passion for social work is rooted in. As part of her master’s program, Leslie interned at RAICES Texas in their Community Outreach Department where she advocated for immigrants and refugees. Leslie also wrote her thesis on the barriers Hispanic immigrants face when trying to access resources. Prior to becoming an advisor, Leslie worked for the School of Social Work’s Admissions office for 4 years. Leslie enjoys traveling and she hopes to one day return to Brazil, Argentina, and Japan where she studied abroad. Leslie is passionate about helping students succeed and achieve their career goals.
Note
Appointments can be made with your advisor by clicking on the appointment links below their name. Make sure you schedule with the correct advisor or your appointment will be canceled and you’ll have to reschedule it with the correct advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration Errors
If you are receiving a registration error stating that you have a hold on your account, go to your Student Services Center in MyMav and click on “details” for information on how to have the hold removed.
- If you have an “Academic Department Hold”, please contact your Academic Advisor.
- If you are receiving a registration error such as “Department Consent Required”, click on the course section and see “Enrollment Information”. This will provide details about the course. For example, if the course is designated as an out-of-state section, department consent is required. Courses designated for online cohort students also require department consent.
Where do I find scholarship information?
View and apply for available scholarships
Where do I find information on social work student organizations?
View all of our student organizations and information on how to join them
Where do I find writing and APA style resources?
Get information on Writing Resources specific to Social Work.Program specific FAQ
School of Social Work’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement:
Guided by the NASW Code of Ethics, we are a diverse group of individuals committed to social justice who celebrate our various social identities. We commit to intentionally building conditions within our School that create more space and remove barriers for diverse, and historically excluded individuals.
CONTACT THE OFFICE OF ADVISING
TELEPHONE 817-272-3687
All email correspondence will be conducted through your UTA Mav account (@mavs.uta.edu).
For us to serve you efficiently, please include the following information when emailing your advisor:
- Full name
- Student ID number (100/1001#)