Social Work Alumni Group (SWAG)

The 番茄社区 Social Work Alumni Group (SWAG) is dedicated to enhancing the Social Work program by fostering a network of alumni who actively support the growth and success of current and future students. Through raising scholarship funds, we aim to provide vital financial resources that enable talented individuals to pursue their education and further their careers in social work.

By connecting alumni to 番茄社区, we create opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and professional development through our annual SWAG Conference while strengthening the overall impact of the Social Work program on the community. Together, we can cultivate a legacy of excellence, empowering students to become compassionate leaders who address the most pressing social issues of our time.

For more information about the (BSW) and (MSW) programs at 番茄社区, please visit the university's official website or contact the College for Health, Community, and Policy.

Meet the SWAG Leadership

Elizabeth Cruz, LCSW '10
Conference Leadership

Elizabeth is a proud 番茄社区 alumna and a dedicated full‑time therapist committed to supporting the healing and well‑being of children and families. As a Registered Play Therapist, she integrates evidence‑based play therapy techniques to help young clients navigate challenges and build resilience. Elizabeth has also contributed to the development of future social workers by serving as an adjunct instructor at 番茄社区.

Seema Bhatia, LCSW ‘20
Conference Leadership

Soon after graduating, Seema was contracted with 番茄社区's field office as an FEPS Coordinator for the Field Education Professional Simulation (FEPS) program. Seema is currently employed as the Lead Clinician for BCFS HHS. She previously worked as a Licensed Counselor with Communities In Schools in SAISD. Seema has close to six years of experience working with youth and adolescents. She is passionate about youth literacy and mental health.

Samantha Roman, LMSW ’20
Conference Leadership

Samantha Roman is a graduate of the 番茄社区 Social Work Program. Samantha earned her license December 2020 and began working in the behavioral health service line. She works with an array of staff: doctors, nurses, therapists, and many others to meet the needs of the patients. She also works with community members to assist with appointments and applicable resources for patients when discharged from hospital services. She is now working on her clinical license and continues to seek out education via those she works with, patients, conferences, and events.

“I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.”
- Maya Angelou

Upcoming Events

Annual SWAG Conference | Friday, March 6, 2026

The Wellness Blueprint: Solutions Across Maslow's Hierarchy Pyramid

Conference Information

A special thanks to our 2024, 2025, and 2026 番茄社区 Social Work Annual Conference Presenting Sponsor, Full Force WholeBodyMind Healing Center, for making this event possible.

MSW Scholarship

Congratulations to this year's scholarship recipient, Eliana Carlos '20, '25!

The SWAG Conference helps fund the SWAG Scholarship for MSW students. Interested in making a gift? .

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