Showing events starting from March 5, 2025 (today) up to March 30, 2025
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Cop Shop - Movie Screening & Discussion
March 13, 2025 - 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET
Join us for an exclusive screening of Cop Shop, followed by a discussion exploring the realities of grassroots law enforcement in China. The film takes you inside the busy lobby of the Yuexiu District Police Station in Guangzhou, capturing the dynamic flow of individuals during the 2010 Spring Festival travel season. Directed by Zhou Hao, this documentary offers a unique lens into Chinese society, filmed at a police station housing 300 officers on the bustling 0.8-square-kilometer plaza of Guangzhou Railway Station. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness firsthand the challenges and complexities faced in China, and engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the intersection of policing, public service, and society.
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Social Work
March 14, 2025 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET
This webinar is designed for social work professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Every community is is impacted by traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI happens in a variety of age groups and populations with varying severity, from things like domestic violence, motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries, accidents/falls, community violence, and military injuries. Due to varied presentation and lack of external visibility, traumatic brain injury is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed, leading to increased challenges and barriers for these individuals. Appropriate screening and advocacy by social workers can have a crucial positive impact for these individuals. Participants will learn to identify the symptoms and symptom clusters unique to TBI for improved screening during social work assessments, as well as learning common interventions and additional supportive resources to provide. This course will improve participants’ understanding of the prevalence and challenges of...
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MSW Prospective Student Information Session - Virtual
March 14, 2025 - 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET
This online session will provide the opportunity to learn more about the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's School of Social Work MSW program. Topics covered will include: Online Program, On-Campus Program, Curriculum Options, Application Process, Financial Aid, and more!
All registered attendees will receive a recording of the session.
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Macro Pathway Faculty Panel
March 17, 2025 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET
Kick off the Macro-Pathway Career Fair with an engaging panel discussion with seasoned SSW Macro faculty exploring the question, “What happened to the Macro in Social Work?” Bring your questions for an interactive Q&A session to start the week with inspiration and guidance!
This will be a hybrid event.
Partners/Sponsors: Community Change pathway, Management Leadership pathway, Policy & Political pathway, Program Evaluation and Applied Research pathway, SSW Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, SSW Career Services, and Common Roots.
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Self-Care for Social Workers Workshop
March 17, 2025 - 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET
Self-care is a professional and ethical obligation for social workers. What does it look like to engage in regular, intentional, effective self-care? In this 60-minute workshop, we will explore what self-care looks like in practice and share specific strategies to manage stress and improve well-being. Students who attend this session may count this workshop as field hours with approval from their field instructor. Interested students can sign up for the workshop at the link below and will receive a zoom invite the day of the event.
This workshop is for enrolled students in the School of Social Work only.
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Film Screening & Discussion of Nuh-Mi-Bee-Uhn by Kavena Hambira
March 17, 2025 - 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET
Join us for a screening of Nuh-Mi-Bee-Uhn by Kavena Hambira, an artist, scholar, and descendant of Herero survivors of Germany’s first 20th-century genocide. The film screening will be followed by a discussion with Kavena Hambira and Prof. Feyisetan Adunbi.
Content warning: this film contains some graphic imagery that viewers may find disturbing.
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Macro Pathway Career Fair
March 18, 2025 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET
Connect with leading employers in macro social work! This career fair allows students to explore internships and job openings, network with hiring professionals, and learn about macro roles in diverse organizations. The Field Office and Macro Pathway Leads will also be present to discuss field placement opportunities.
Partners/Sponsors: Community Change pathway, Management Leadership pathway, Policy & Political pathway, Program Evaluation and Applied Research pathway, SSW Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and SSW Career Services.
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Know Your Rights & International Social Work
March 19, 2025 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET
The ACLU will host a ‘Know Your Rights’ session on how the recent executive orders affect international students. This informative session will be followed by a space for questions and comments.
In collaboration with the University Career Center, explore macro social work opportunities beyond the U.S with Rachel Zhang! Rachel is the Career Coordinator for international students at UM. This session will feature discussions on global social work careers, challenges, and strategies for international practice.Partners/Sponsors: Community Change pathway, Management Leadership pathway, Policy & Political pathway, Program Evaluation and Applied Research pathway, SSW Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, SSW Career Services, and Common Roots.
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For Prospective Students - Connect Virtually with a Current MSW Student!
March 19, 2025 - 6:00 PM ET
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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A Night of Gratitude: UM SSW Ramadan Iftar
March 19, 2025 - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET
Join us for an evening of reflection, connection, and renewal as we gather for Iftar, the meal to break the fast during Ramadan. This special event will provide a space for mindfulness, gratitude, and community dialogue as we reflect on the spiritual, personal, and collective lessons of the holy month.
The evening will include guided reflections, moments of prayer and remembrance, and an opportunity to share personal insights on growth, resilience, and the deeper meaning of fasting. As we break bread together, we will foster meaningful conversations centered on gratitude, generosity, and strengthening our bonds as a community.
All are welcome to join in this sacred moment of pause and togetherness. Whether you are observing Ramadan or joining in solidarity, we invite you to share in this experience of reflection, renewal, and unity.