Applied Social Sciences – Social Work

Recent grad Feben Alemayehu's story is a testament to God's transformative love, and she is living out her calling in freedom.
Ninette Hidalgo is a third-year student studying social work. After finding her way to Redeemer unexpectedly, she has since learned that God can be found in the details.
Partnership with Dordt University creates a new pathway for students to advance in the social work profession.
Dr. Aaron Smith, assistant professor of social work and director of field education, talks about the principles that guide him in his work at Redeemer.
Dr. Morgan Braganza is an assistant professor in applied social sciences.
Dr. Jim Vanderwoerd, professor of social work and chair of the department of applied social sciences, reflects on the tension that exists for Christians working in the field of social work and how...
Dr. Timothy Epp's research sheds light on the divide between sacred and secular music by exploring the spiritual content in mainstream music.
New study finds independent Christian campuses may provide greater safety from sexual violence than their public counterparts.
Clarence Keesman ‘98, executive director of youth drop-in centre The Refuge, encounters stories of brokenness and healing each and every day.
A worldview and sacred project are always behind our studies in social science. But whose sacred project are we investing in?
Alumna Sarah Snider works with Micah House and Karam Kitchen, two different organizations with very similar goals: empowering and walking alongside refugees and newcomers.
20 members of the Redeemer community take part in day-long cross-cultural tour of the Woodland Cultural Centre and the Six Nations Reserve
The Sociology/Social Work program has always been interdisciplinary. The new name highlights Redeemer’s approach to the two disciplines.
Social work student Kendra Slagter '18 reflects on a term spent in Uganda.
Alumnus Hank de Jong establishes EduDeo Campus 621 in the heart of Hamilton’s neighbourhood revitalization

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