I want to be a Social Worker like Dr. Shulman when I grow up

Living Proof, the Social Work podcast, produced by the University of Buffalo, School of Social Work, had an excellent program on August 25, 2011 with Dr. Lawrence Shulman on Mutual Aid groups. Along the way, Dr. Shulman discusses a number of other topics which are well worth noting.

From the Living Proof web site:

Episode 78 - Dr. Lawrence Shulman: Leading Mutual Aid Support Groups: Exactly How Can People with the Same Problems Help Each Other?

Monday, August 22, 2011, 9:26:34 AM

It's our third anniversary, and in this special episode Dr. Lawrence Shulman returns to our series to discuss his research and experience with Mutual Aid groups and group practice. Dr. Shulman's extensive research and experience are complemented by numerous examples that illustrate his points and practical recommendations for effective mutual aid group leadership. Seasoned professionals and those just getting started in group work will find a useful framework and concrete ideas from a leader in the field.

I first fell in love with Dr. Shulman when I was teaching a course on Social Work Methods at SUNY Brockport in their BSW program as an adjunct instructor and Dr. Shulman's textbook was used for that course. It's one of the few times in my life that I have made a fan call to someone I admired. I never did talk with him but I left a message on his voice mail telling him how much I loved his book and admired and appreciated his work.

Listening to this podcast brought back all those positive members of appreciation, pride, and admiration. I kiddingly can say, I want to be a Social Worker just like Dr. Shulman when I grow up. I have never met the man but I learned a tremendous amount from him.

I highly recomment the podcast to you which you can access by clicking here.