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Bonus: The Graduate Assistant Experience with Lillie Walker (S2E11) (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Connecting with Care podcast, producer Zach interviews our host Lillie Walker, a graduate assistant at Baylor University's Garland School of Social Work. Lillie shares her journey from a student-athlete at Duke University to pursuing a Master's in Social Work, highlighting the integration of faith and practice in her education. She discusses the personal growth and skills she has gained through her GA role and emphasizes the importance of building relationships within the
Finding Your Focus: Clinical & Community Specializations with Emily Hooker & Kyah Hardwrick (S2E10) (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Connecting with Care podcast, Lillie explores the world of social work with advanced students Emily Hooker and Kyah Hardwrick from Baylor University's Garland School of Social Work. They discuss the distinctions between clinical and community practice, sharing personal experiences that highlight the interconnectedness of these fields. Emily reflects on her evolving career aspirations, while Kyah emphasizes the significance of community engagement. This insightful conversat
Community Practice in Organizations with Dallas Johnson (S2E9) (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Connecting with Care podcast, we chat with Dallas Johnson, an MSW student at Baylor University, about community-centered social work. He shares his journey from Iowa to pursuing dual degrees in ministry and social work, highlighting the integration of faith in his practice. Dallas discusses his role at Movement West Michigan, where he trains church volunteers and emphasizes asset mapping to support vulnerable families. This episode is essential for anyone interested in soc
School-Based Social Work with Haley Gaskill (S2E8) (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Connecting with Care podcast, Lillie interviews Haley Gaskill, a second-year Master of Social Work student at Baylor University. They discuss the critical role of social workers in schools, highlighting Haley's personal journey from experiencing high school depression to advocating for students' mental health. The conversation covers the impact of school-based social work, including techniques like play therapy and mindfulness, and emphasizes the importance of fostering a
Social Work in Healthcare Professions with Grace Wittmann (S2E7) (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Connecting with Care Podcast, Lillie Walker interviews Grace Wittmann, a dedicated social work student, about the crucial role social workers play in healthcare. Grace shares her journey from a small Wisconsin town to pursuing her Master's in Social Work at Baylor University, emphasizing her passion for end-of-life care and the importance of compassionate support for patients. Listeners will learn about the diverse responsibilities of social workers, including patient advo
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