Adrianna Fields Named NASW-NC Presidents' Award Recipient!

(RALEIGH, NC)- The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter (NASW-NC) has named Adrianna Fields as the recipient of the 2024 NASW-NC Presidents’ Award for

Master of Social Work (MSW) students for the 2023-24 academic year. Adrianna Fields is an outstanding graduate student in the MSW program at North Carolina State University (NCSU). 

The NASW-NC Presidents’ Award recognizes Ms. Fields’ dedication to social justice and community welfare. Her academic success, research, leadership, and community service position her as a rising star in the field of social work.

Throughout her academic journey, Ms. Fields has dedicated her research efforts to exploring factors that contribute to negative attitudes towards students with disabilities. She has not only presented her findings at both local and state conferences but has also actively contributed to the dissemination of knowledge within the academic community, co-authoring a paper that analyzed degree completion rates among students with intellectual disabilities.

Beyond her research efforts, Ms. Fields has taught the School of Education course Foundations of Cultural Competence, guiding undergraduate students in exploring cultural backgrounds and promoting effective collaboration with diverse individuals. Her impact extends to the community as a Graduate Assistant at Residence Life, overseeing and supporting more than 500 residential students in a co-ed community. She has played a vital role in enhancing residency curriculum, addressing student concerns, and fostering a socially-just campus community.

Furthermore, Ms. Fields collaborates with Community Center Leadership staff, contributing to community engagement for students identifying as part of the LGBTQ, women, and African-American communities. She also serves on university-wide committees on diversity, equity, and inclusion, demonstrating her commitment to advocacy and networking. 
Ms. Fields’ mentor, Dr. Kaycee Bills, states, “From the moment I met Ms. Fields, I knew that higher education was her true calling and where she belonged. Not only can she be a strong academic and leader, but she will also be an amazing mentor to any student who faces adversity.”

Ms. Fields will be honored at the 2024 NASW-NC Virtual Ethics Conference and Awards Celebration on Friday March 22, 2024.

The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter (NASW-NC) is a membership organization that promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work and social workers. NASW-NC also seeks to enhance the effective functioning and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities through its work and advocacy.