School of Social Work Events Calendar
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On-Campus MSW Fall 2024 SEED Orientation
August 27, 2024 to August 30, 2024
SEED Orientation will be held Tuesday, August 26 - Friday, August 30, 2024
Share, Explore, Engage, Discover (SEED) is the School of Social Work's fall orientation experience for incoming on-campus MSW students. All incoming on-campus MSW students should plan to join SEED Orientation Week activities. Various activities are scheduled each day during Fall SEED Orientation Week (8/26 - 8/30).
It is important to note that the first class session of SW590 will be held during SEED Orientation Week.
A SEED Orientation schedule will be available soon.
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Certificate in Dismantling Oppression
September 10, 2024 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Working towards social justice requires the intentional development of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture by intervening at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. The Certificate in Dismantling Oppression is designed for individuals in all areas of practice. Individuals and organizations that have a commitment to challenging social injustices will apply core concepts and strategies to disrupt oppression at interpersonal and institutional levels. Participants will learn how oppression interferes with achieving social justice within the United States, increase knowledge of anti-oppressive practices, and obtain tools to dismantle oppression using common agreements...
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Sexual Health Assessment and Treatment in Clinical Practice
September 13, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
The objective of this training is to help mental health professionals develop confidence and a skill set for discussing sexual identity, health/wellness, and intimacy with their clients. Fundamentals of sex therapy from a biopsychosocial approach will be covered to ensure that participants feel well-equipped to incorporate sexual functioning into their core approach to assessment and treatment. The learner will understand the ramifications of relegating this topic to a "specialized" treatment approach and feel skilled and capable in addressing sex therapy topics as a foundational approach to assessment and treatment.
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School of Social Work Winter Commencement 2024
December 14, 2024 - 10:00am
The School of Social Work Winter Commencement for Master of Social Work students will be held in-person at the Power Center and livestreamed on the SSW website. The Power Center doors will open for guests and graduates beginning at 9:00am.
A light reception will be held in the Power Center Lobby immediately following commencement.
Additional instructions and information will be added to this page as commencement approaches.
Have questions? Contact: ssw.graduation@umich.edu