CEU: PhD Evening of Scholarship

This signature annual event showcases the innovative research and scholarly pursuits of select doctoral candidates in Widener University's PhD Program in Social Work. Designed to foster intellectual exchange and professional growth, the forum highlights emerging inquiries in social work practice, policy, and education. Each presentation offers a unique lens into the candidate’s evolving research, with an emphasis on its relevance to contemporary social work challenges.

Recognizing the rich diversity of the audience—which includes fellow doctoral students, Widener faculty, alumni, and field instructors—presenters are encouraged to explore the practical implications of their work across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice. The event culminates in a dynamic discussion that bridges academic inquiry with real-world application, promoting dialogue around the future directions of the profession.

Event Details:

• Open to: Students, faculty, and current Widener field instructors
• When: January 20, 6 pm - 8 pm
• Where: Online, in-person location TBD
• Registration: Registration coming soon!

CEU events and CEUs are free for current Widener students, faculty, and field instructors. Widener alumni need to pay $10; everyone else, $25. Payment will be collected at the end of the event. After the event, you will be emailed your certificate.

About the presenters: 
Dr. Margo Campbell, PhD, MSS, MLSP is an Associate Professor of Social Work and Director of PhD Social Work Education at Widener University. She received her Masters of Social Service (Social Work) and Masters of Law and Social Policy (MLSP) along with her Ph.D. from Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. She has extensive research and evaluation experience with several national and community-based initiatives, and her current practice focuses on bridging the macro and micro elements of social work, concentrating on the impact of social welfare and other policies on people’s daily lives to guide future social work practice and policy.

Featured PHD Students: Maureen Bell, Miyah Campbell, Maura Farrell, and Lanelle Quzack