USLs serve as advocates and communication facilitators for BSW students, fielding questions about all of aspects of the undergraduate experience, including advising, field, registration, orientation, scholarships, deadlines, program policies, and more.
Hello everyone! My name is Meghan Gratton, and I am a senior graduating this summer with my BSW. I plan to continue into the MSW program here at UTA. My two joys in life are my 7-year-old daughter and my 2-year-old son. This will be my first semester as an undergraduate student leader (USL) and I am extremely excited to help seceded this semester!
Hi everyone! My name is Kimberly, and I am in my final semester of the BSW program. I am passionate about helping others and striving to create positive change in the world. I served as a USL volunteer before transitioning into a USL intern and have enjoyed every bit of it this far. My goal is to assist you and connect you to the resources you need so that we can make a difference throughout our social work journey together. I look forward to working with you all! Please reach out with any questions; I am always happy to help.
Hi there! I'm Hannah "Rae" Martin (they/she) and I am a senior in the School of Social Work, and I have served as a volunteer Undergraduate Student Leader for four semesters! I love the USL/GSL program because of the community, accessibility, and clarity it brings to our experience as students. I am honored and excited to serve as an intern in the program and empower my fellow student leaders. Aside from the school of social work, I am a part of the UTA Wesley, Lavender Alliance, and Native American Student Association.
After graduating, I will be pursuing a dual master's in Social Work and Public Administration.
When I'm not in class or at work, you can find me in a coffee shop or museum, at the park with my dogs, playing video games, cuddling with my cat, or hanging out with my friends.
My name is Ashley Moody and I’m currently in my senior year here at University of Texas at Arlington majoring in Social Work with expected graduation in December of 2024. After graduation I will be pursuing my Master’s degree with the interest of working in areas of mental health and family services when I graduate. I have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact on individuals and communities.
Being a student here at the University of Texas at Arlington has been wonderful. The school’s commitment to understanding individual students’ needs and providing flexible options for one to pursue their degree has been a breath of fresh air.
I’m currently in my field placement as an Undergraduate Student Leader Intern and thus far I have acquire an abundance of information that will allow me to prepare for my career in Social Work.
Hello! My name is Shelby Almazan and this is my 2nd semester at UTA and my first semester in the USL volunteer program. I did my basics at TCC before transferring to UTA. I am currently working on obtaining my BSW and to continue on getting my MSW at UTA. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and crafting. I would love to make a difference in people’s lives by helping others succeed. I look forward to helping others and improving on my knowledge.by helping others succeed. I look forward to helping others and improving on my knowledge.
Larneisha Canady was born in Dallas, Tx and has been an act of service in her community for 5 years. Larneisha Canady is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Social Work Degree with a Minor in Substance Abuse at the University of Texas at Arlington. Her passion lies in helping people fulfill their potential and making a positive impact in their lives.
As a professional, she is dedicated to providing the best service and being an advocate of change. Her goal is to assist individuals in developing healthy financial habits and maintaining them. Larneisha will assist you in setting financial goals and creating a plan that is tailored to your unique circumstances and needs. Larneisha’s commitment to her clients and their goals are met through step-by-step guidance, connection to resources, and support.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring new places. She is always up for engaging in a conversation and meeting new people. She is also passionate about helping others and giving back to her community. She has dedicated her time and abilities to various causes and is always seeking fresh opportunities to make a positive impact.
Hello everyone! My name is Julian Jimenez and I am a senior majoring in Social Work. This is my first semester as an undergraduate student leader, and I am here to help calm the anxieties of every student new to the college life! I have a very specific goal of working at Parkland’s Emergency Room, using my degree (once I get my bachelors and then my masters) to help individuals who have health disparities. I am very goal oriented and driven and love to talk, talk, talk about all the possibilities the future holds for not only myself but my peers as well! I look forward to meeting new people and sharing knowledge amongst others. If you ever see me on campus, I’m more than happy to have a chat!
Allison Tomlinson, PhD, LCSW-S
Director of Undergraduate Programs
Assistant Professor of Practice
allison.tomlinson@uta.edu
Kimberly Jimenez
USL Intern
Kxj6364@mavs.uta.edu
Meghan Gratton
USL Intern
Mxg8550@mavs.uta.edu
Ashley Moody
USL Intern
Anm4900@mavs.uta.edu
Rae Martin
USL Intern
Hrm8665@mavs.uta.edu
