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July 7, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

This course addresses the theoretical framework of trauma and trauma treatment from a culturally and philosophically diverse perspective. It seeks to provide information about why and how trauma and PTSD occur and how trauma treatment is affected by type of trauma experience, socioeconomic and cultural factors, individual personality and family functioning. Attention is focused on life span development and the meaning of trauma at different ages. Various types of trauma and trauma treatment are discussed from an individual, family, and socio/cultural perspective. The importance of understanding trauma and its relationship to grief and loss will be addressed. Coping and resiliency in surviving and recovering from trauma are explored, emphasizing the diversity of human response and focusing on the significance of social groups in integrating trauma. The formation and practice of rituals, and diversity in religious and spiritual experience as a component of coping with trauma will be discussed. Trauma...

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July 8, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

This mini-course focuses on four areas of budgeting and financial management types and functions of budgets and their calculation and display, budget tracking and strategic indicators, the concept of the Professional Unit Method of Analysis and its calculation and application, and the total compensation approach to compensation for retention.

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July 8, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

This course is designed to increase students' awareness, knowledge, and understanding of issues related to diversity and social justice, including race, ethnicity, class, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, ability status, and the intersections between these social identity groups. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of dialogue as a method for peacefully resolving conflict that may emerge due to cultural misunderstandings or oppressive dynamics, as well as skills for effectively engaging in dialogue. The topics of this course include social identity development; difference and dominance and the nature of social oppression; our personal and interpersonal connections to power, privilege, and oppression; understanding and resolving conflicts or resistance; the process of dialogue and coalition building across differences; and its applications in multicultural social work settings.

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July 10, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Due to the marginalization of transgender people, having basic health needs met is a barrier for those who identify as trans. Research proves that a major barrier lies within higher education because educators are not discussing trans topics, specifically around hormone therapy and gender reassignment surgeries, as well as ways to communicate with and address trans people. Because overall well-being and physical health needs are not being met, civic health/civic well-being and a trans person’s quality of life are directly connected. This presentation will explore techniques to be more inclusive in and out of the classroom, as well as ways to actively support trans people as they strive to address their basic health care needs.

Presentation by Brendon Holloway, MSW Candidate

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July 10, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

In Part 3 of the SSW Career Services Eportfolio Series, students will have a chance to showcase their eporfolios and receive feedback from peers and social work alumni. How eportfolios enhance the job interviewing process will be explored.

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July 11, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Please join the SSW Student Union and SSW Facilities Department for a lunch conversation to discuss and provide feedback on design concepts for the new SSW space.

The University of Michigan School of Social will be acquiring the space currently occupied by the International Institute on September 1st, 2017. Space will be newly designed and renovated to incorporate a lobby, learning lab, student organization offices, a kitchenette and lounge area (containing 2 microwaves and a refrigerator), and a restroom and personal care room. These renovations will be done during Summer 2018. 

The Architecture and Design Team, as well as the SSW Facilities Department, would like to collect student feedback regarding various, potential design elements.

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July 11, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Please join the Office of Field Instruction to celebrate MSW students at our 7th annual ice cream social. Staff and faculty welcome.

Coconut Almond Fudge

Oreo Cookies & Cream

Mint Chocolate Chip

Moose Tracks

Strawberry

Raspberry Sorbet and Lemon Sorbet

No-Sugar-Added Butter Pecan

July 11, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET

The CASC section of Campus Connections, a co-curricular program for incoming first year students, will work with students to develop understanding of social identity, social action, and social change.

July 12, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

The purpose of this mini-course is to gain a holistic understanding of the impact of trauma on functioning across the lifespan, and to acquire basic skills in assessment and treatment of trauma necessary for clinical practice...

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July 12, 2017 - 6:00 PM ET

What would strengthen intersectionality and justice What can we do to take action?
Solution focused, action oriented, solutionary, transformative plans, restorative justice, organizing from a place of love

We are actively seeking a variety of voices and perspectives both all groups and constituencies including different positionalities, methods, and fields of practice. Please contact nagye@umich.edu if any accommodations can be made that would facilitate attendance. Childcare services are available on site.

Food and a $10 gift card will be provided for all participants.

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July 14, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

This course helps students increase their understanding of the legal issues frequently encountered by older adults and persons with disability, including estate planning, planning for incapacity, guardianship, elder abuse and exploitation, advocacy for quality long-term care and other services, eligibility for long-term care benefits and services, and elder abuse and exploitation. Students will discuss readings and case studies in small groups with other students and write short reflective pieces, as well as having the option to observe court proceedings.

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July 17, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET

Join peers in decorating personal graduation caps for Summer Commencement

Come connect & get creative with your cohort 

Personal supplies are encouraged

Caps will not be provided

Any caps borrowed from OSS cannot be decorated!!!

July 18, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET

The CASC section of Campus Connections, a co-curricular program for incoming first year students, will work with students to develop understanding of social identity, social action, and social change.

July 19, 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET

This course will address the sexual health needs of individuals and couples throughout the adult lifespan over diverse cultures and populations. This interpersonal practice minicourse can augment other interpersonal practice courses or can be taken independently. Building on basic sex therapy models and integrating these models with multicultural counseling theory and cultural and ethical competencies, course participants will examine their own cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and biases specifically with reference to sexual health. Utilizing the lifespan approach, key considerations in sexual health education and sexual health treatments will be described. Course participants will learn culturally appropriate assessment, diagnosis, and brief intervention approaches and will be challenged to think about the adjustment of interventions to include multicultural considerations and the intersectionality of clients identities. The course will emphasize strengths-based adaptation and resiliency in...

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July 24, 2017 ET

July 24, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

The MSW program administrative team would like to invite SSW students to a conversation about field placement and fair compensation related field practicum experience.

If you are not able to attend, the discussion will be live streamed.

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July 25, 2017 ET

July 25, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET

The CASC section of Campus Connections, a co-curricular program for incoming first year students, will work with students to develop understanding of social identity, social action, and social change.

July 28, 2017 - 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET

Come help us celebrate our wonderful Management graduates at the School of Social Work!

The Management Leadership Learning Community wants to honor all the graduating students with a concentration or minor in Management of Human Services. Students who have indicated interest will receive their Human Services Management Certificates here. Wearing your caps is encouraged.

We will also discuss what you should expect as you head out of the school and enter the Social Work world.

Refreshments will be provided.

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