Student Life

At Tulane, we encourage you to do more than just attend classes. Yes, taking classes and earning those credits is important. But whether you’re an online or on-campus student, university culture is also important—and just as formative—as you build your academic support network, develop lifelong connections, and become the best version of yourself.

We invite you to engage in transformative experiences and make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

 

Office of Student Affairs

The mission of the TSSW Office of Student Affairs is to provide services and programs to help TSSW students succeed as they matriculate through our MSW, DSW, and DRLA programs and in life.
We partner with students on their transformative journey of learning, connection, and self-discovery that shape and foster personal growth, well-being, and a sense of community. We empower students to become the architects of their TSSW experience as they learn, lead, practice, and live with integrity, purpose, and impact.
Our core values include:
Belonging: We foster a community where very person feels safe, seen, heard, and valued- ensuring all students and staff know they matter and have a place.
Care: We lead with empathy and compassion, offering bold, thoughtful support that empowers students and staff while holding space for growth and accountability.
Curiosity: We embrace innovation, continuous learning, and a spirit of inquiry- approaching our work with open minds, deep listening, and a passion for discovery.
Integrity: We act with honesty and accountability, building trust through consistent, principled decision-making- even in challenging moments.
Respect: We advance justice and fairness in how we treat one another- recognizing contributions, confronting bias, showing each other grace, and striving for dignity and inclusion in all we do.
To advance justice and fairness, we listen to and address students’ concerns and complaints through an informal or formal protocol, depending on the nature of the concern/complaint. The concern/complaint can be emailed to rparque@tulane.edu. If you choose to send the concern anonymously, you may mail it to TSSW Office of Student Affairs, 127 Elk Place, NOLA, 70112. When reporting a concern/complaint, please include your name (optional), name(s) of the individuals involved, date and time of the incident, place where the concern/complaint occurred, and a detailed description of the incident.
Again, welcome and we look forward to you having a transformative and successful journey at TSSW.

Do work that matters

 

At Tulane School of Social Work, student life is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the rich tapestry of New Orleans itself, for both our in-person and virtual communities. Our students engage in a supportive community that fosters collaboration, advocacy, and embraces culture. From participating in field placements to joining student organizations focused on social justice and community service, there are ample opportunities for students to immerse themselves in learning experiences and make meaningful connections with peers and faculty.

Whether attending workshops, conferences, or engaging in research projects, students at the School of Social Work are empowered to create positive change both within the university and the broader community.

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A Tulane School of Social Work DSW student networks with her peers.

Enjoy a network of career resources

 

Whether you're an MSW student, a DSW candidate, or an alum, Tulane has a vast network of resources available for you. We can help you explore job opportunities, discover resources specific to your identity, and build leverageable skills. Find the career you want anywhere in the world.

We are Tulane School of Social Work

 

 

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