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Desmond Upton Patton Named 2026 Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare

Patton is one of nine new fellows recognized for their distinguished accomplishments as scholars and leaders in the field of social work and social welfare.

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Centering Joy in AI Development and Implementation

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A Road Map To Reduce Firearm Harms by 2040

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Desmond Patton Named Penn Commonwealth-Engaged Scholar

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