This collection includes 461 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
Rachel A. Deveraux
This document is a collection of assignments and personal reflections designed to demonstrate my understanding of the core competencies of social work as I moved through the MSW Advanced Standing program. It is focused on the relational nature of the profession and my core values ... Read More
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Steps to the Peak
Lisa Hansen
Reflective paper on my experience obtaining a Master of Social Work degree. The paper outlines the ten core competencies of social work and examples of how I learned them in my studies and gain practical experience in my practicum.
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MSW Portfolio
Aubrey Henderson
Comprehensive Collection of work that reflects my academic, professional, and personal growth throughout the Master of Social Work Program. It highlights my development across core Social Work competencies, advocacy, family reservation, and trauma-informed care in Indigenous communities. Each section showcases key assignments, reflections, and professional ... Read More
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MSW Portfolio: Finding Myself
Sheena Rae Jibson
This portfolio represents my personal and professional evolution from a registered nurse uncertain of her future, to a confident therapist with a clear vision for what is ahead. It is a reflection of three years of dedicated work in the University of Montana’s Master of ... Read More
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SK MSW Portfolio
Sage A. Kamps
The following sections reflect the ten competencies for master’s level social work practice. In each section I will document my progression within the MSW program, address specific challenges I encountered, show holistic growth in my knowledge, values, skills, cognitive and affective processes, and demonstrate readiness ... Read More
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Master of Social Work: Portfolio
Beth Alma Krueger
The MSW portfolio comprises a comprehensive professional portfolio developed during the pursuit of a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. The content reflects academic and field experiences structured around core social work competencies established by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). These competencies include ... Read More
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Cultivating My Social Work Identity: Integrating Past, Context, and Relationship
Jessica K. Kumm
My application to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program was sent as a means to move beyond the constraints of the classroom walls as teacher and provide meaningful and tailored support to individuals who were falling through the cracks of the system. My experience ... Read More
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Learning Through Relationship
Eileen L. Lamble
A brief compilation of growth and learning through the 10 core competencies of social work.
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A Journey of Self-Discovery: Living into My Values of Connection and Responsibility in Social Work Practice
Susan Keys MacLean
The portfolio is a compilation of products (papers, videos, power point presentations, workshop materials, etc.)that demonstrate students' mastery of core competencies outlined by the Council on Social Work Education and University of Montana School of Social Work. Students complete their portfolio during their final semester. ... Read More
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For the Marginalized: A Purposeful Path to Social Work
Sarah Christina Stenseth Mathias
In For the Marginalized: A Purposeful Path to Social Work, I reflect on the journey that led me from education into social work, grounded in a commitment to advocacy, ethical practice, and systemic change. Using my experiences in a therapeutic day-treatment school setting, I integrated ... Read More
