This collection includes 618 University of Montana graduate student portfolios, papers, and capstone projects, which some departments utilize as an alternative to the traditional thesis option. Use the following links to search discipline-specific portfolios:
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MSW Portfolio
Hannah N. Vasquez
This portfolio documents my development as a Master of Social Work student, demonstrating integration of relational, trauma-informed practice with systems-level analysis. Drawing on coursework and practicum experiences, it illustrates competency across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice. Selected artifacts highlight the application of theoretical ... Read More
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The Voice That Slowly Became My Own: Reflections on Healing, Relationship, and Liberation
Cristen L. Vaughan
This portfolio reflects an unfolding process. I explore the journey of emerging as a social worker, clinician, and Licensed Addiction Counselor. This work is rooted in my commitment to authenticity, connection, liberation, and lifelong learning. It follows the path of my personal healing, spiritual questioning, ... Read More
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MSW Portfolio
Aspen Widdicombe
This portfolio was written by an MSW student where they talk about their practicum experience and how this relates to the MSW Competencies.
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MSW Portfolio
N Williams
This portfolio is a collection of works demonstrating my journey through the University of Montana MSW program, highlighted through developmental and ecosystem theoretical frameworks, core competencies, the five elements of integrated practice, self-reflections, and field placements. It reflects an integration of learned skills and a ... Read More
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MSW Portfolio
Aunnika K. Woods
A professional portfolio displaying a collection of experiences and development throughout my time in the MSW program, documenting growth, challenges, and values.
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MSW Portfolio. Finding Purpose: A Journey Toward Meaningful Social Work Practice
Stephanie Altenhof
My MSW portfolio demonstrates my professional development through the University of Montana's MSW program using a multi-theoretical orientation. Through practicum experiences at the Alzheimer Society of BC and Coast Care Consulting, the portfolio showcases my mastery of the 10 social work competencies and five elements ... Read More
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MSW Portfolio
Steven Asire
This work encapsulates my progression both throughout my time in the MSW program as well as my practicum and professional experience working in the mental health field. The portfolio applies past work and describes my progression from a micro lense in practice to a more ... Read More
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Master of Social Work
Tanner J. Bailey
This portfolio documents my academic and professional development throughout the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at the University of Montana. Using my practicum experiences in juvenile probation and anonymous crisis intervention work, this paper integrates critical reflection, theory-informed application, and evidence-based practice to demonstrate ... Read More
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MSW Portfolio
Jennifer Lynn Barnhill
The Master of Social Work (MSW) Portfolio is a sample of the essays, presentations, projects, and experiences completed as part of my online MSW curriculum at the University of Montana (UM) School of Social Work (SSW) from 2022-2025. Throughout this narrative, I’ll describe the skills, ... Read More
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Courtroom to Clinic: Where I Found the Work I Love
Christina Fay Bucarey
This portfolio reflects my journey through the Master of Social Work program, highlighting my growth in clinical practice, policy advocacy, and cultural responsiveness. Drawing from experiences in treatment court, addiction counseling, tribal and non-tribal community contracts, and my generalist- and specialist-year practicum, it demonstrates my ... Read More
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A Critical Juncture: The Convergence of Natural Resource Management and Tribal Sovereignty
Anna Aleta Butterfield
This portfolio reflects the work I’ve done in my four years as a dual degree student, pursuing a Master of Science in Environmental Studies and a juris doctorate degree, and focuses on policies and laws surrounding natural resource management. It touches on how those policies ... Read More
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Finding My Fire
Hope Carpenter
My path as a DV survivor to becoming a victim advocate and working with other survivors throughout my MSW program.
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Healing, Together
Courtney Cleek
This portfolio reviews the topics of mutual rehabilitation and the human animal bond (HAB) as a holistic approach to addressing topics of mental health, suicide prevention, and innovative services. Displaying work through the Ten Specialization Year Competencies and the Five Elements of Advanced Integrative Practice, ... Read More
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Becoming a Social Worker: A Journey Through Community, Justice, and Recovery
Willow Coefield
This portfolio is the culminating project for the Master of Social Work program at the University of Montana and demonstrates advanced integrated practice through coursework, practicum, and professional experience. It is organized into an introduction, theoretical orientation, and focused sections on trauma‑informed care and rural ... Read More
