Showing events starting from February 1, 2017 up to February 28, 2017
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"Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Michigan during the Era of Jewish Admissions Quotas, 1925-1939"
February 2, 2017 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Karla Goldman, Sol Drachler Professor of Social Work and professor of Judaic Studies at U-M, will speak about “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Michigan during the Era of Jewish Admissions Quotas, 1925-1939.” Kosher reception to follow.
The lecture relates to the exhibit "Striving to Stimulate Serious Thought: Jewish Scholarly and Cultural Life at Michigan Across Two Centuries" which runs through February 22. The exhibit chronicles Jewish life and Judaic studies at the University of Michigan from the 19th century to the first Hebrew language and Hebrew Bible courses in 1890 to the founding of the Frankel Center for Judaic Studies in 1988 to the present day. On display are Hebrew grammars that once belonged to John Monteith, first president of the University in 1817; pamphlets, periodicals, and programs on early 20th century Jewish social life at the University; documents relating to the inauguration of Judaic studies in 1972; and a variety of other objects, correspondence, and photos.
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"The Trump Effect": Reflecting on K-12 School Climate Since the Election
February 2, 2017 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Social Work and Education Collaboration in a intriguing discussion; a panel of educational professionals from Southeastern Michigan will discuss the impact the election has had on students and what is being done to address the effects.
Dinner will be served.
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Hijabi Monologues: Halfway Hijabi
February 3, 2017 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
In light of the recent escalation in hate crimes against Muslim veiled women (Hijabis) following the 2016 Presidential Election, there will be an event called “Hijabi Monologues: Halfway Hijabi.” The event begins with a short teach-in, followed by student monologues. This is an indispensable opportunity to learn about the hijab - its history and its modernity - as well as to provide a safe space for Hijabis to share their unheard stories, poems, art, etc. with a compassionate audience.
This is an endeavor by Muslim women to reclaim their values and their experiences. The controversy that centers around the Hijab will not fade without mutual understandings and efforts to engage in its topic, and we hope that you, your students, and your fellow colleagues can join us. -
Workplace Culture: Matching Reality with Expectations
February 6, 2017 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Do you have questions about how to successfully navigate your first work place/internship experience? Do you have questions about professionalism in this new environment? Chelsea Moore, Coordinator at the University Career Center, will discuss the realities of workplace culture and expectations supervisors have for their employees and interns.
Chelsea serves on the University Center career counseling team, working with undergraduate and graduate students from a wide spectrum of career interests in individual counseling and advising appointments. Chelsea also coordinates and presents workshops and programs to students across campus. Chelsea manages the Marketing, Advertising, and PR Career Track, so she works specifically with students interested in those industries on breaking in through individual advising and planning events and alumni networking opportunities. Chelsea leads out the programming efforts for The Career Center and supervises the paraprofessional Peer Advisor Team.
Chelsea received her M.A. in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University and completed her undergraduate work at the University of Virginia.
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2nd Year Continuing Students: Goal Statements/Resume Due to Career Services Office (Optional)
February 6, 2017 (all day)
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CASC Destress Event
February 6, 2017 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Come destress with CASC as part of our Winter Destress Series! Check out our Facebook Event.
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MSW Prospective Student Information Session
February 7, 2017 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm
PLEASE NOTE: This session has been changed to only cover the MSW program. Interested PhD Applicants should plan to join a future on campus session/webinar or contact the Doctoral Office: ssw.docoffice@umich.edu.
This session will provide the opportunity to learn more about the University of Michigan School of Social Work MSW Program. Topics covered will include: Curriculum Options, Dual Degree Programs, Application Process, Financial Aid, and more.
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Bicentennial SSW / Washtenaw Reads Author Event: Kathryn J. Edin and H. Luke Shaefer, Authors of $2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America
February 7, 2017 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
$2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America by our very own Luke Shaefer and Kathryn Edin, was selected for Washtenaw Reads in September by a panel of community judges. The book was also selected as the Washtenaw County Reads book of the year which means there will be a series of community events in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Chelsea, and other public libraries to discuss the book.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as both authors discuss the themes of this unforgettable book. The event includes a book signing and books will be for sale courtesy of Barnes & Noble.
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"What Difference Does A Measure Make? Using the Self-Sufficiency Standard as a Measure of Income Inadequacy" by Dr. Diana M. Pearce
February 8, 2017 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
This presentation will introduce the Self-Sufficiency Standard, an alternative measure of income adequacy now found in 38 states (plus Michigan in 2017), starting with its origins in federal poverty measure critiques, basic needs budgets, and performance/outcome standards for the workforce system, including how it differs from other measures such as the Supplemental Poverty Measure. The major portion will address how the Standard changes/does not change our perception of the geographic distribution of poverty, race and gender disproportionality, and labor force participation patterns. Finally, changes over time, particularly over the Great Recession, will be discussed, including implications for policy. Note that the development and application of the Standard is a case study in how social science and social work can have real world impacts (such as the fight for the $15 minimum wage).
Lunch will be provided!
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Educational Agreement Due for Review
February 8, 2017 - 5:00pm
Field Educational Agreement due to the Office of Field Instruction for Review.
The Educational Agreement is not considered complete until the student AND the field instructor completes the steps for the Identifying Information and Assignments.