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January 7, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

This online session will provide the opportunity to learn more about the University of Michigan School of Social Work MSW program. Topics covered will include: Online Program, Residential Program, Curriculum Options, Application Process, Financial Aid, and more.

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January 11, 2021 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

We invite you, as part of the CASC community, to join with us on Monday, January 11th at 1pm for a Community Discussion to reflect the moment we find ourselves.

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In our time together we can draw strength and inspiration from grassroots organizers around the country that have created visions for better futures and caring communities. Let’s ground this moment from the perspective of movement veterans who have faced violent, racist opposition for decades and become inspired by movement young people fighting in the streets today. Mateo Nube of Movement Generation wrote, 

“In comic books, it’s the superheroes who defeat fascism. In the real world, common folk do. Bound together. By purpose, care, and a deep love for a better society.” 

Mateo lived through multiple military coups as a child in Bolivia. 

Link to his recent article: Meeting Chaos With Calm: How To Prepare For A Potential Coup. We will keep our time together Monday at 1pm relatively informal but it will be a space to come together as a community and we’ll provide a loose agenda and possible focus groups topics based on what is on the forefront of your minds. A few highlights Mateo shared that may be helpful for this moment:

“Keep calm: ...Caring for each other, loving one another, soothing each other: all will be paramount in the coming weeks...

Stay Prepared: ...Be networked with loved ones who live near you, with whom you can share and with whom you can collectivize meeting basic needs... 

Anticipate Needs: ...Reach out to a neighbor or friend to see if they are okay. Asking, ‘How are you doing? Are you all stocked up on groceries? Your meds? Batteries?’ or offering, ‘I have extra N95s and collards in my garden!’ will go a long way towards threading that sense of community and solidarity that will see us through...

Gear Up Emotionally: ...Weave together our networks of shared care as tightly as possible...”

The discussion will be facilitated by Diana Seales, the incoming CASC Director, in partnership with the CASC staff. Please visit the CASC Website to learn more about Diana

January 11, 2021 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

What's the program really like? Where is your field placement? What do social work students do for fun? Join an MSW student as well as other prospective MSW students for a live webchat about the School of Social Work.  Our MSW students are excited to answer any questions that you have and share their feedback about the program.

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January 14, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

What's the program really like? Where is your field placement? What do social work students do for fun? Join an MSW student as well as other prospective MSW students for a live webchat about the School of Social Work.  Our MSW students are excited to answer any questions that you have and share their feedback about the program. 

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January 18, 2021

January 18, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm

Bodies represent the sites of socially constructed differences and power relations such that the personal is political. ‘Politics’ govern the dynamics of who, what, when, how, and why of human experiences. Body politics based on racial or ethnic ascriptions (and other intersecting elements such as gender, sexuality, age, social class, ability, etc.) govern and adversely affect the overall health and wellness of bodies of Color in general, and Black bodies in particular by impacting their abilities, opportunities, access (inclusion/exclusion), care/treatment, and the overall nature of their experiences.

As such, body politics create and contribute to health disparities. However, movement offers a variety of health benefits and thus, is a source of empowerment for racially politicized bodies.This event will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Monique Butler that will address the theme Where Do We Go From Here: Body Politics and Movement Towards Racial Empowerment.

This event is sponsored by the U-M Health Sciences units.

January 19, 2021

January 19, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

What's the program really like? Where is your field placement? What do social work students do for fun? Join an MSW student as well as other prospective MSW students for a live webchat about the School of Social Work.  Our MSW students are excited to answer any questions that you have and share their feedback about the program. 

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January 19, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Interested in learning more about the Community Action and Social Change minor? Join an info session to learn more.

These informationals provide an opportunity to learn more about the minor, requirements, course offerings, the msw prefered admissions program, and other opportunities to get involved in programs, events, and other experiences in the minor. We invite you to join us for a virtual presentation Tuesday, January 19th, from 12 - 1PM. 

In order to join, complete the RSVP below. The zoom link and official invitation will be sent the day before the event, via email.

We look forward to meeting you!

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January 20, 2021 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Join us as we kick off the School of Social Work Centennial Celebration with the original recording of the November 18, 2011, performance at the U-M Walgreen Drama Center. The recording will be followed by a Q&A with the composer and a panel discussion on social work and the arts.

The Cantata was originally commissioned with a special gift by Joan and Allan Fisch to the School of Social Work to celebrate its ninetieth anniversary.

Event Program

Welcome & Introduction from Ken Fisher, President Emeritus of the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan

Remarks from Lynn Videka, Dean and Carol T. Mowbray Collegiate Professor of Social Work, University of Michigan School of Social Work

Introduction of the cantata from Composer Bruce Adolphe along with Jeff Janeczko, Curator of the Milken Archive of Jewish Music

Cantata Live Stream

Panel Discussion moderated by Larry Gant, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Program Director, Professor of Social Work, University of Michigan School of Social Work

Panelists: Bruce Adolphe, Ken Fisher, Jeff Janeczko

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January 21, 2021 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Join us for our first meeting of the semester to build community collaboration and continue the conversation about anti-racist practice and actions.

Undoing Racism is a community collective of students, staff, and faculty in the School of Social Work dedicated to fighting white supremacy at individual, school and structural levels. This workgroup was established in 2019 after the community took part in the People's Institute for Survival and Beyond Undoing Racism workshops, and builds on their anti-racist community organizing model. Our work has been largely focused on building collective community and emphasizes the role that white members of our community must take on to dismantle and undo white supremacist structures. 

We know there are many important efforts going on at SSW; Undoing Racism will amplify all these efforts, including the advocacy sparked by MSW and Doctoral students. No matter what role you play here at SSW, you are always welcome and encouraged to come to Undoing Racism meetings.

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January 21, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

This online session will provide the opportunity to learn about all of the program options for advanced standing students in the Master of Social Work program at the University of Michigan. Topics covered will include: Online Program, On-Campus Program, Part-time, and Full-time options. Attendees will be invited to ask questions during the session.

Information on the advance standing program can be found at: https://ssw.umich.edu/admissions/msw/advanced-standing

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January 21, 2021 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm

Youth have the ability to lead and galvanize social and political movements for change. Both through their understanding of new powerful means of communicating and their power to connect and drive their peers, youth are especially positioned to be great drivers for equity. Join us for a special joint discussion with CASC featuring local youth leaders and change-makers as they discuss the impact of their work and the movements they are leading. This discussion features youth panelists that include CASC alumni and longtime youth organizer of 482forward, Kayla Tate; 482Forward Director of Youth Organizing, Dillon Cathro; youth organizer for the African Bureau for Immigrant and Social Affairs, Yamah Bahdeh; and Youth Organizer at the East Michigan Environmental Action Council (EMEACE), Javaye Henry. CASC Director Dr. Katie Richards-Schuster, and Assistant Director, Diana Seales, will also be joining.

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January 25, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Rogério Pinto and Marc Arthur welcome artists and allies to an open discussion about arts-based social work practice and learning more about the exciting work of the Arts-Based Social Justice Collective. Last semester the collective organized online workshops, presentations, and engaged in lively virtual discussions about how artistic efforts and social work share an emphasis on politics, process, community building and creativity. All ideas and interests are welcome.

The School of Social Work has a long history of promoting the arts. When the School of Social Work building was designed, a dedicated group of alumni, faculty and art experts discussed the value an art collection could bring to the School. Michigan Social Work's art collection is the first standing art collection within a school of social work in the nation. Read more about the school's recent art initiatives and practices in the fall issue of the School’s magazine Ongoing. 

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January 26, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Congratulations! Newly admitted MSW Students can connect virtually with Current MSW students regarding the MSW program!

What's the program really like? Where is your field placement? What do social work students do for fun? What is Ann Arbor like in the Winter? Join an MSW student as well as other admitted MSW students for a live webchat about the School of Social Work.  Our MSW students are excited to answer any questions that you have and share their feedback about the program. 

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January 26, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

This online session will provide the opportunity to learn more about the University of Michigan School of Social Work MSW program. Topics covered will include: Online Program, Residential Program, Curriculum Options, Application Process, Financial Aid, and more.

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The next informational webinar will be held on February 11, 2021:

https://ssw.umich.edu/events/list/2021/02/11/62479-msw-prospective-student-information-session

January 27, 2021 - 5:00pm

All students currently enrolled in field (SW515 or SW691) must turn in the Field Placement Verification form by this deadline. This form is considered complete after your Field Instructor signs off on it.

This form only applies to students currently registered for field.

January 28, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The SSW Book Club will meet at noon via Zoom to discuss the two books chosen for Read Watch Connect:

Towards Humanity: Shifting the Culture of Anti-Racism Organizing, by Tawana Petty

How to be an Antiracist, by Ibrim X. Kendi

Our discussion is one among multiple events focused on the work of these authors.
You are welcome to join us, whether or not you have attended before, and whether or not you have finished the books.

All members of the SSW community are invited. Use your umich Zoom account to join. (If needed, contact 4-HELP for help with SSO authentication: 734-764-4357)

 

 https://umich.zoom.us/j/94895926160