DSW Candidate – Jenny Lamb
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2026 Event!
Navigating the Intersection of Academic Freedom and Ethics While Teaching in Social Work Higher Education
DSW Candidate – Jenny Lamb
Monday, April 27, 2026
2:30 PM-3:45 PM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Description
Navigating the Intersection of Academic Freedom and Ethics While Teaching in Social Work Higher Education
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
1. Describe at least two ways academic freedom is exercised in the social work higher education classroom.
2. Describe at least two ways academic freedom can promote and inhibit learning in the social work higher education classroom.
3. Describe at a minimum one way the integration of critical consciousness and ethics of care can aid social work faculty in ethical decision-making while exercising academic freedom.
Presenter Bio:
Jenny Lamb is a dedicated Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), Assistant Professor, and MSW Program Director at Washburn University, Topeka, KS, teaching within the clinical graduate program. Jenny earned both her social work bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Washburn University in 2005 and 2006, respectively, and she is currently a doctoral candidate in social work through the University of Kentucky College of Social Work. Throughout her career, Jenny has demonstrated expertise in multiple settings, including behavioral health inpatient, intensive outpatient group work, and medical social work, with clients across the lifespan.
Jenny’s passion for serving older adults is evident in her clinical work, where she has dedicated herself to improving the lives of this vulnerable population. Jenny has also assumed administrative leadership roles in her social work practice. As a former Director of Community Wellness, she contributed to the strategic direction and operational success of a large continuing care retirement community, where she developed a comprehensive multidimensional wellness program focused on shared wellness experiences for both employees and consumers.
In addition to her roles in academia and institutional practice, Jenny maintains a unique telehealth private practice, serving individuals and couples, many of whom are underinsured. Jenny’s scholarly interests include understanding the self and collective-care experiences of social work students and professionals, with two published articles on this topic. Her doctoral research centers on navigating the intersection of academic freedom and ethics in higher education social work.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
