The Porter-Cason Institute

History:

The Porter-Cason Institute was established in 1995 with funds from Dorothy Cason, a 1946 alumna of the Tulane School of Social Work, to honor Elizabeth Porter, one of her professors. Dorothy credited Elizabeth Porter with teaching her and emphasizing the professionalism of social work, and instilling in her her value and worth as a social worker. Dorothy carried this image of herself as a professional into a very successful and rewarding practice that lasted a lifetime. Dorothy died shortly after her endowment to the Tulane School of Social Work, and The Porter-Cason Institute is committed to making the best use of her legacy dedicated to the importance of the teaching/learning process.

Mission of the Porter-Cason Institute
Within the context of the mission of the School, the mission of the Porter-Cason Institute is:

To promote excellence and innovation in teaching/learning for leadership in service and advocacy for children, families, and communities.

The mission and vision of the Porter-Cason Institute derives from the mission of the Tulane School of Social Work, which is to educate social work professionals who can access strengths and resources to enhance the caring capacity of society.