The School of Social Work hosts a variety of annual events that bring together alumni, students, faculty, and community members to engage with pressing social issues, celebrate achievements, and foster meaningful connections. From lectures and conferences to reunions and celebrations, these events offer opportunities for professional development, reflection, and shared learning throughout the year.
Annual Alumni Events
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January 16, 2026
SSWR Reception in Washington, D.C.
Join Michigan Social Work for our annual reception at SSWR! This year's event will take place at the Marriott Marquis, Washington D.C..
February 10, 2026
2026 Leon and Josephine Winkelman Memorial Lecture
The Leon and Josephine Winkelman Lecture Series was established at the University of Michigan School of Social work by the Winkelman brothers - Stanley J., John, Frederick R., and Henry R. - as a memorial to their parents. The lecture series provides a forum for the presentation of new and emerging knowledge from the social sciences and the helping professions in the field of gerontology and for the discussion of the applications of such knowledge to the development of social policy, the organization and management of social welfare services, and the delivery of social work services.