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Hooding and Pinning Recognition Ceremony 2018
April 26, 2018
Dr. Scott Berlin leads the BSW and MSW graduates in taking The Social Work Professional Oath
4/26/18 SSW Hooding and Pinning Ceremony,
“I solemnly pledge to consecrate my life to the service of humanity and to social justice;
I will practice my profession responsibly with conscience, integrity, and dignity which are consistent with its values, ethical principles, and ethical standards;
The welfare of my client will be my first consideration;
I will respect the secrets which are confided to me, even after my professional relationship with my client has ended;
I will maintain by all means in my power, the honor and the traditions of the social work profession;
My colleagues are my brothers and sisters;
I will not permit considerations of gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual affiliation, physical ability, mental ability, political philosophy, or socio-economic standing to intervene between my duty and my client;
I will be sensitive to cultural and to ethnic diversity and strive to end discrimination, oppression, poverty, and other forms of social injustices;
I will maintain the utmost respect for the inherent dignity and worth of every human being even under threat to myself;
I make these promises solemnly, freely and upon my honor.”