2016 Alumni Association Awards

During the 2016 Boston University Alumni Weekend, the School of Social Work held its annual Alumni Association Awards ceremony. On the evening of October 1, 2016, nearly 90 members of BUSSW family, friends, faculty, alumni, colleagues, and peers gathered in the Photonics Center for a celebration of passion and service in the field of social work. The awardees were introduced by BU School of Social Work Dean Gail Steketee and the Alumni Association President Cate Johnston (’12).

“My mother [Meredith] is a pioneer in the profession of geriatric care management. She cares for everyone in all of the systems they interact with.”
– Rebecca Minor (’15), on her mother, Meredith Patterson (’82)

“Katherine epitomizes public health social work. I admire her professionalism, poise, and her sharp ability to read people and systems.”
– Madi Wachman (’14, SPH’15), Program Manager for the BU School of Social Work Center for Innovation in Social Work and Health, on Katherine Ginnis (’98, SPH’08)

“Vicki is known throughout Buffalo for her efforts to build peace, decrease violence, and stomp out hate.”
– Rolanda Ward (’97, STH’02, GRS’09) on Victoria Ross (’96)

“Luz is a gift to our school.”
– Betty J. Ruth (’84, SPH’85), professor and Director of the MSW/MPH Program, on Luz Lopez

AWARD WINNERS

Outstanding Career in Social Work
Meredith Patterson (’82)
Founder and Owner,
ElderCare Consultants of Choice, LLC

Outstanding Contributions to the Field of Social Work
Katherine Ginnis (’98, SPH’08)
Director of Behavioral Health Policy,
Boston Children’s Hospital

Hubie Jones Urban Service Award
Victoria Ross (’96)
Executive Director, WNY Peace Center

Outstanding Contributions to the School of Social Work
Luz Lopez
Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Practice; Associate Director, MSW/MPH Program, BUSSW