From Classroom to Community: Assessing the Professional Journey of WUP Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) Graduates

This study, entitled "From Classroom to Community: Assessing the Professional Journey of WUP Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) Graduates," examined the career outcomes of graduates from Wesleyan University Philippines (WUP). Using a descriptive survey, 100 social work alumni from 2014 to 2024 who live in Nueva Ecija and are currently working were asked about their job experiences and how useful their education has been.

Results showed that most graduates from 2017 to 2019 and 2022 found their first jobs within three to six months, primarily through recommendations. They faced challenges like a lack of work experience and the need for connections to get jobs. The majority of the respondents work full-time in government or social service positions, including roles as social workers and development officers, and receive an average monthly salary of ?30,827.

A lot of the alumni also seek graduate degrees, training, and seminars to advance their careers. They also engage actively in community activities like medical missions and livelihood programs. According to the alumni, their education helped them develop critical skills, specifically the capacity to communicate, resolve issues, and work autonomously. They found their curriculum useful, especially fieldwork, professional courses, and organizational engagement. 

The research also revealed that WUP values of scholarship, service, and character are greatly instilled in graduates. Essentially, the research sets out how WUP's curriculum equips social work graduates to excel and contribute to their communities.