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July 3, 2020

July 7, 2020 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm

What's the program really like? Where is your field placement? What do social work students do for fun? 

Join several of our MSW students for a live webchat. They're excited to answer any questions that you have and share their feedback about the program. 

This is an off-site, web-based session and may be attended via the Internet. The session will be recorded.

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July 8, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The SSW Book Club will meet at noon via Zoom.

You are welcome to join us, whether or not you have attended before, and whether or not you completed the book.

July 9, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm

Join the ENGAGE team on 7/9 for a special virtual discussion featuring activists and those personally impacted by the criminal justice system, about the legislative fight to dismantle policies that help to disproportionately incarcerate and criminalize our Black and Brown communities. Speakers include:

Amani Sawari, Campaign Coordinator for the #RightToVote campaign

Baraka Sanders, SSW student, criminal justice reform activist, and former juvenile lifer

Sophie Ordway, SSW student and criminal justice reform activist

Erika Geiss, State Senator Representing the 6th Senate District

Watch the Recording Here

July 10, 2020 - 9:00am to 4:00pm

The workshop encourages participants to define and identify oppressive ideas and behaviors and the impact on marginalized populations. Participants will work collaboratively to examine individual biases and develop a plan to actively change individual and systematic oppressive actions.

Participants in the session will participate in lecture and small group discussions to develop increased awareness and identify methods to disrupt practice of systematic oppression and the outcomes.

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 10, 2020 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

This course will present the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to develop and manage the budget of a nonprofit social service organization and its programs. Students will learn to use techniques necessary to: 1) Plan, develop, display, revise, monitor, and evaluate a program budget; 2) Evaluate past financial performance (e.g. financial statements); 3) Monitor and evaluate the cost-efficiency and cost-effectiveness of a nonprofit program and a nonprofit organization.

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 10, 2020 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

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...

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 14, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

"What was your favorite class?" "What are some electives that you took?" "What professor did you really connect with?" 

Ready to register for classes? Meet with several current MSW students to learn about their experiences, and what classes really stood out to them. 

This is an off-site, web-based session and may be attended via the Internet. The session will be recorded.

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July 15, 2020 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

This workshop will provide an overview of the development, implementation, and evaluation processes of a cohort of learners focused on gaining advanced skills in being leaders in working with and within Black communities and organizations by utilizing African Centered theoretical approaches.

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 16, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm

Join us in examining and learning how police brutality disproportionately targets Black people with disabilities, how law enforcement is racist and ableist by nature, and how to ground our movements in disability justice. Nationally-renowned disability justice scholars and activists will be joining us. Speakers include:

Talila “TL” Lewis, Attorney, Social Justice engineer, Educator, Organizer, Artist

Dustin “DG” Gibson, Community Builder, Educator, Disability Justice and Criminal Justice Reform Activist.

Teddy Dorsette III, Communications Manager & Organizer, Detroit Disability Power

Watch the Recording Here

July 16, 2020 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

What agency are you currently in? What assignments did you complete during field? How did you balance field and course work?

Meet with several MSW students for a live webchat! They're excited to answer any questions you may have and share their feedback about Field Placements.

This is an off-site, web-based session and may be attended via the Internet. The session will be recorded.

Click here to view the recording »

Click here to view the Q&A »

July 17, 2020 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

Understanding the implications of early relationships on adult functioning can inform adult psychotherapy in ways that can assist clients in their capacity to form and maintain healthy relationships. Using attachment theory as the foundation, this course will address relationship-based intervention in interpersonal practice with adults.

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 17, 2020 - 12:30pm

With our privilege, resources, and knowledge - what can we do as a school to address this issue? All discussions and ideas are welcome - whether it be proposing new field placements that focus on criminal justice reform, integrating more course content on the history and creation of policing and it’s direct link to slavery, discussing how we are being affected by the trauma of violence against our communities, or discussing ideas for other ways that the school can participate in this moment in history and be a part of the story advocating for change.

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July 20, 2020 - 12:00pm

Michelle Woods, Director of SSW Career Services, will present introductory information about social work licensure. She will explain what you need to know about licensure, how to prepare for licensure, the application process and a discussion of licensure exams will be presented. Please come with all of your questions and conerns to help demystify licensure!

July 21, 2020

July 21, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

"Did you live on or off-campus?" "How was your commute to the School of Social Work?" "What is graduate housing like"?

Trying to figure out where to live for your MSW Journey? Meet with several current MSW students to learn about their experience from on-campus housing, off-campus housing, and commuting.

This is an off-site, web-based session and may be attended via the Internet. The session will be recorded.

Click here to view the recording »

Click here to view the Q & A »

July 24, 2020 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

This introductory course will examine the principles of Infant Mental Health intervention with families of infants and young children. Using attachment theory as a foundation, we will examine best practices in supporting early developing relationships between infants and young children and their caregivers. Special attention will be given to understanding the processes through which practitioners can promote infant well-being and expand parenting capacity to nurture and protect their children.

Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.

July 24, 2020 - 2:00pm

The School of Social Work is creating a graduation ceremony for all graduates to view. This ceremony will be pre-recorded and will launch on the School of Social Work Summer commencement site at 2pm, on July 24, 2020. The ceremony will be hosted by Dean Lynn Videka and will include a keynote address from Professor Justin Hodge, student speaker(s), and the announcement of each spring and summer graduate. Invite your family and friends to view the ceremony at 2pm or another time that is convenient for you to celebrate.

Important Information For Graduates

For more information visit: https://ssw.umich.edu/commencement

July 27, 2020