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Dr. Michelle Bates

Assistant Professor, Fayetteville State University
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Dr. Bates is an Assistant Professor and has eight years of experience in leadership, project development, social work, and field instruction. Dr. Bates has worked in an array of arenas including county government, the federal gove

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Mar 1, 2024

FSU's Master of Social Work Students Serve the Community During Black History Month and Throughout the Year

Fayetteville State University’s (FSU’s) Master of Social Work (MSW) program takes a unique, hands-on approach to preparing students for a career in the field of social work. The MSW equips students with the knowledge, skills, and direct social work e

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