The Poetry of Social Work

About the Book

Shelley Rice Wyckoff has synthesized a splendid collection of diverse poems that reflect social issues and challenges encountered during life’s journey. These poems are useful as a teaching tool, preparing students with knowledge about the biopsychosocial impact of these issues on individuals, families, groups, and communities. These poems reflect real and current issues and tug at the deep emotions of the heart. Knowledge and sensitivity to these problems serve as motivators for students to become ethical and competent professional social workers who are committed to the purpose of our noble profession.

About the Author

Shelley Rice-Wyckoff is professor emerita of the Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Department of Social Work. Before retiring in June, 2011, she served in various administrative positions as Director of Field Instruction, Director of the Undergraduate Social Work Program and Chair of the Department of Social Work. She has served as a site visitor for the Council on Social Work Education and Commissioner of Accreditation. She was inducted in the Class of 2011 Alabama Social Work Hall of Fame.