AASWSW committees are the operating system of our association. They involve our Fellows in the development and delivery of AASWSW programs and services.
This committee oversees the implementation, monitoring, and updates of this program for which Academy Fellows serve as mentors for a year. This program is particularly intended for early career faculty serving in historically less resourced Schools of Social Work.
Chair: Paula Nurius
Members: Audrey Shillington, Gail Steketee
Charged with being a source of information for the social work profession, governmental entities and other non-governmental groups, this committee includes:
Chair: John Tropman
Members: Lawrence Palinkas, James Herbert Williams
Responsible for promoting the Academy and its programs, the Innovation Research Committee’s duties include:
Chair: James Herbert Williams
Members: Lawrence Palinkas, John Tropeman
Established to celebrate excellence in social work, this committee includes:
Chair: Mary McKay
This committee is charged with yearly elections of both board members and new Fellows. Activities include:
Co-Chairs: Shaun Eack, Dexter Voisin
Members: Laura Abrams, Jill Berrick, Elizabeth Lightfoot, Ron Mandersheid, Mary McKay, Sheryl Zimmerman
The Finance Committee monitors the funds of the Academy. This includes
Chair: James Herbert Williams
The Fundraising Committee serves as a strategic partner in funding the Academy’s programs and mission.
Chairs: Jorge Delva, Jeanne Marsh
Members: Rowena Fong, Mary McKay, Lawrence Palinkas, Gail Steketee, James Herbert Williams