School of Social Work

2022-2023 Phi Alpha Honors Society Induction

BSW Mission STATEMENT: 

The mission of HPU’s BSW Program is to prepare undergraduate students in the art and science of social work through competent, effective generalist practice to achieve social justice and honor the dignity of all peoples. HPU’s social work students should unashamedly want to “make the world a better place” through caring, professional practice aimed at helping all people to meet their needs and secure their rights in the ever-changing local, national, and global environment.

MSW Mission STATEMENT: 

To graduate qualified advanced generalist social workers who are competent, ethical, and effective practitioners. MSW students utilize critical thinking and leadership skills to advocate for human rights, and social and economic justice with systems of all sizes. MSW students honor and respect the diversity and differences in the everchanging local, national, and global environment.