Introductory courses in undergraduate social work and human services programs have received scant attention in the literature despite having considerable responsibility in their curricula. In addition to providing a foundation for the courses that follow, they introduce students to the diverse settings in which social work and human services professionals practice, shape professional values and behaviors, and help students decide whether these are good career paths for them. After experimenting with several course models, one social work faculty developed a vigorous model with community stakeholders as active participants in its design and delivery. Integration of service recipients and social service settings provide diverse opportunities for students to gain exposure to the social work profession and determine its suitability for them. Though limited by the scope of the study, this case study illustrates the potential of an introductory course to meet the needs of students, faculty and community.