Showing events starting from March 1, 2018 up to March 31, 2018

March 16, 2018 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET

Over 23% of the U.S. population identifies has having one or more disabilities or impairments according to the 2010 U.S. Census. However, people with disabilities and those who identify as disabled are often left out of conversations around diversity and inclusion. This workshop will cover some of the history of language used by and about this community, what ableism is (as well as able-bodied/neurotpyical privilege), and ways to engage these types of oppression so ingrained in various systems. Participants will learn about ways ableism has been historically used to oppress disabled bodies; what ableist microaggressions are; discuss the concept of universal design, spoon theory, and the social model of disability; and finally, create action items to move towards more inclusive social work practice. Learners will also get the opportunity to ask questions and workshop current concerns.

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

March 16, 2018 - 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM ET

The International Center, in collaboration with the Spectrum Center, CGIS, and MESA, are putting on this student panel highlighting the experiences of queer students abroad.

March 18, 2018 - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET

Join CASC for a relaxing yoga session with certificed yoga instructor and CASC student, Carly Noah. Take of your mental and physical health with CASC. Check out our event on Facebook, too!

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March 19, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET

Come to have lunch, learn about clinical work in nonprofits as well as in a medical setting. Vanessa has worked as a clinical therapist for well over 10 years, she earned her bachelor’s degree from Tuskegee Universityand her master’s degree from the University of Michigan, School of Social Work. Much of her clinical practice has been with survivors of childhood sexual abuse as well as individuals overcoming traumatic experiences. She has a significant amount of clinical experience working with individuals battling depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders. She’s highly regarded for her efforts in addressing specialty clinical areas to include crisis intervention, trauma focused sensory intervention, juvenile risk assessment and family skill building.

There will be lunch provided at the event. If you have any dietary restrictions please include those in the accomodations box. 

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March 19, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET

Moving from a Period of Normal Science to Revolution: Wealth Inequality and Education in America

In The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Thomas Kuhn discusses how periods of normal science are interrupted by periods of revolutionary science. Kuhn suggests that during periods of normal science researchers identify questions to investigate based on existing knowledge. The insights gained from these analyses are constrained, then, by the limits of the prevailing paradigm. Resulting changes tend to mostly comprise tweaks around the margins, rather than fundamental reconsiderations. Periods of normal science persist until the current is no longer able to solve a growing number of the problems, or when external events provoke a clamor for a different vision, a revolution.

The U.S. financial aid model has been in a period of normal science for far too long. The goal of financial aid has been narrowly framed as only helping young adults pay for college, a low bar that completely ignores its potential to have a positive influence on early education, college completion, and post-college financial health. It’s a model in need of a revolution. Revolutions seldom start, however, without a spark. U.S. policy innovation has been ignited by such sparks in the past.

Lunch will be served, please RSVP.

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Sponsored by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office and the Office of Student Services.

March 20, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET

This workshop will be facilitated by experts from the International Center. It is designed to increase awareness, knowledge, and critical skills related to international student support at the School of Social Work. The topics of this workshop include 1) current immigration environment faced by international students, 2) cross-cultural matters regarding language and learning styles, and 3) ways to enhance academic success among international students. We will examine immigration laws and current political climate, address issues of concern to vulnerability and invisibility, and discuss practical teaching approaches in increasingly multi-cultural settings. In addition, results of an international student survey will be presented along with student speak-outs.

1.5 Macro CEU hours are offered.

This workshop is a collaborative effort between the U-M International Center and the School of Social Work's Office of Global Activities, the Associated Dean for Educational Programs, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office.

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March 20, 2018 - 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM ET

Keynote Speakers Understanding Epigenetics: When the Environment Gets Under the Skin

Sarah Gehlert, Ph.D.
Dean of the College of Social Work, University of South Carolina

Genomics in Practice: Translating Genomic Discovery into Clinical Care for Vulnerable Populations

Allison Werner-Lin, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, School of Social Policy and Practice, University of Pennsylvania

Discussant Latent and Measured Genetic Predispositions to Substance Use

Cristina Bares, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, School of Social Work 

Sponsored by the Integrated Health and Interprofessional Education Learning Community.

March 21, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET

Kim Hodge from MI Alliance of Time Banks will discuss the possibility of using time banks as a strategy for moving towards more aspirational and transformational ideas about increasing justice inside the SSW. You will learn about time banks, rationales for these, and models. Attendees will both pose questions and generate ideas and concerns. 1.5 macro CEUs are available.

Hosted by the Critical Intersectionality Learning Community.

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