Loma Linda University School of Behavioral Health department of social work and social ecology's chapter of Phi Alpha won the 2015 Phi Alpha Chapter Service Award.
The citation noted the chapter's "participation in several community activities to better the lives of others through monetary funds or services," describing their efforts as "impressive" and doing "a great job in promoting the profession of social work."
The award includes travel funds for the annual meeting in Denver, a $500 check and a plaque.
This is the chapter's second national award in three years.