School of Social Work - Podcast

Our student-focused podcast - Blaze the Mic is now on Podbean

Student Voices: Blaze the Mic Podcast

Explore student stories on the School of Social Work's student-oriented podcast Blaze the Mic.

MSW Alumna -

Monica Dorsey

Monica Dorsey shares her powerful journey through the social work profession.

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PhD Student -

Shamila Sivakumaran

Ph.D. student Shamila shares her experience on how important it is to have a global perspective in the classroom.

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MSW Student -

Pauline Sias

BSW graduate and current MSW student, Pauline shares what her life is like juggling family, graduate school, and work.

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Master of Social Work Alum -

Francisco Moreno

Master of Social Work alum shares his story of how he persevered through his mental health struggles, and the importance of checking in.

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MSW Student -

Stephen Silva-Brave

MSW student discusses his work within his Native American community and how his education helps him lift issues into the spotlight.

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MSW Student -

Elwim Sorto

A passionate MSW student, student senator, opens up about his journey into social work.

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BSW Alumna and MSW Student -

Shanell Bohannan

BSW alumna and aspiring MSW student, Shanell Bohannan shares her journey through trauma, healing, and the unwavering pursuit of purpose.

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MSW Student -

Emily Rappaport

MSW student, Emily Rappaport, shares her journey from nursing to social work and her passion for interprofessional education in healthcare.

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BSW Student -

Sebastian Molina

U.S. Army Veteran, Sebastian joined UTA as an engineering student but became a BSW student to help the veteran community.

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BSW Student -

Katie Pham

BSW student, Katie shares how UTA and the School of Social Work celebrate students' differences and prepare them for the future.

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