Showing events starting from September 1, 2016 up to September 30, 2016

September 20, 2016 - 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET

Stop by the Idealist.org Graduate School Fair to speak with an admissions representative about U-M's MSW and PhD programs. The fair is free and open to anyone considering graduate school.

September 20, 2016 - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET

Join us for a discussion about TBLGQ and professional identities. Alumni, faculty, staff, and current students will discuss experiences navigating field placements and the social work profession in Michigan as TBLGQ professionals with intersecting identities. Resources for students at the SSW will be highlighted. A brief mixer will follow.

September 21, 2016 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Join us as we hear from our alumni, Jim Rosenberg about his path to leadership and tips for emerging Social Work professionals!

Food will be provided. 

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September 21, 2016 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET

Refugee issues in the European Union continue to be a major concern, and the most recent elections this weekend in Germany provide a grim warning and context for current and future refugee issues, politics and actions not only in Germany, but throughout the EU and worldwide.  

Dr. Elke Josties, Professor of Social Work at Alice Solomon University in Berlin, Germany will present the following seminar:

"Refugees, Art, Social Work and Social Change: The Berlin Nexus"

During this presentation, Dr. Josties will present Social Cultural Work with refugees in Berlin, with visuals and descriptions of the  activities at  the Alice Salomon Hochschule and Examples of Social Cultural Work with refugees.  She will combine lectures, films and discussions. 

September 21, 2016 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET

Come learn about Global Independent Study opportunities!

Hear from a panel of students who completed a Global Independent Studies this past summer

Learn more about the application process

Have your questions answered

LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED

Global Independent Study is a course that involves students traveling outside the U.S. to study or engage with a social work topic of their choosing. Students must work with a faculty instructor throughout the process. Students from all practice methods, areas, and curriculum tracks are eligible and will receive 1-6 elective credits.

September 21, 2016 - 5:00 PM ET

Field Placement Verification form due to the Office of Field Instruction. 

The Field Placement Verification form is not complete until the students submits it AND the field instructor approves it.

September 22, 2016 - 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM ET

Come check out the amazing student orgs on campus dedicated to social change. Over 30 orgs representing a diverse array of social justice causes and movements will be there. Find the group that speaks to you and start making change!

Please reach out with any questions.

This event is co-sponsored by CEAL and the Ginsberg Center.

September 22, 2016 - 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET

This online session will provide the opportunity to learn more about the University of Michigan School of Social Work MSW and PhD Programs. Topics covered will include: Curriculum Options, Dual Degree Programs, Application Process, Financial Aid, and more. 

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