Showing events on June 11, 2015
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Social Work and the Animal-Human Bond
June 11, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
A growing body of research documents the importance of the complex relationship between humans and animals, ranging from the significance of companion animals and the need for social support for bereaved pet owners to the relationship between animal abuse and child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse. In addition, the therapeutic benefits of animal-assisted interventions are well established. This mini-course will provide an overview of: 1) research on the relationship between humans and animals and why related knowledge, attitudes, and skills are important for social workers; 2) research on animals as pets and their health and mental health benefits over the life course; 3) pet-facilitated psychotherapy and the use of service animals; 4) animal abuse and its relationship to domestic violence; and 5) ethical issues and controversies. Special emphasis will be given to identifying the health and mental health benefits of companion animals over the life course; assessment and intervention with clients...
Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.
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Executive Leadership Skills in Human Service Organizations
June 11, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
This mini-course focuses on the characteristics and competencies of the executive leader. After introductions and a brief overview on elements of leadership as conceptualized by different authors, we will look at a number of assays which will help the individual student compile her or his own profile . These essays will include "temperament" assessments such as the Myers Briggs and the Emotional Intelligence Assay, on the characteristics side, and managerial assessments and executive profile mapping from the competency sets. The interaction between characteristic sets and competency sets will be discussed. We will also explore the social psychology and sociology of leadership-in-action. Various readings from the Harvard Business Review, including one from Manfred Kets DE Vries, an organizational thinker and trained psychoanalyst, will be explored. The assignment will be to develop a personal learning/development plan.
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Alumni Summer Reception hosted by the Alumni Relations Committee
June 11, 2015 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
SSW alumni are invited to to a summer reception. Join your fellow alumni for an evening of networking in the SSW Courtyard.
Hosted by the School of Social Work Office of Development and Alumni Relations and the Alumni Relations Committee of the Alumni Board of Governors.
In the event of inclement weather, the reception will move indoors to the Educational Conference Center.