February 18, 2019 - 6:00pm to 8:30pm

The artists from Las Cafeteras, a six-piece band known for remixing roots music and telling modern-day stories discuss how they have incorporated activism and community engagement into their musical practice in their Los Angeles community and on the road.

This event is free and open to the public.

The event is presented by the University Musical Society and Co-sponsored by the Center for World Performance Studies, EXCEL, La Casa, LSA Latino/a Studies, MESA, and the School of Social Work.

February 18, 2019 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Ignacio G. Hutiá Xeiti Rivera (they/them) is a trans and queer activist of color with over 20 years of experience in anti-oppression and sexual liberation work including topics of: consent, sexual survivorship, and sex after sexual violence. Their work continues to center those at the margins, particularly people of color and those with queer and trans identities.

February 19, 2019 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Join the Community Action and Social Change Minor in our first study tables of the semester! Come by the CASC office in Room 3640 of the School of Social Work to enjoy food, build community with prospective and current CASC students, and use our office space for homework! 

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February 20, 2019 - 11:00am to 3:00pm

You are invited to our third annual CASC OUT. This is a day where CASC Students can share stories of how they CASC on campus and in our larger communites and where Prospective CASC Students can learn more about the minor and the type of work they will do as part of the program. CASC OUT will be in celebration with World Day of Social Justice on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. 

What is World Day of Social Justice? The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 20 February as World Day of Social Justice in 2007. Observance of World Day of Social Justice should support efforts of the international community in poverty eradication, the promotion of full employment and decent work, gender equity and access to social well-being and justice for all.

Fore more information: http://www.un.org/en/events/socialjusticeday/

Join us at the Haven/Mason Hall Posting wall from 11AM-3PM and around campus to build community with people who committed to social justice, learn more about the minor, and talk with current CASC students.  Everyone is aslo encouraged to wear their CASC CHANGE T-Shirt and spread the word about CASC during this day, so if you need a shirt or other materials, stop by the CASC office (3833 SSW) for supplies!

We look forward to you celebrating with us and sharing news about the important work happening in our communities and beyond.

February 20, 2019 (all day)

20-month Peace Corps applicants apply for field (in event that they are not accepted into the Peace Corps)

February 20, 2019 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sponsored by the Veroff-Luke Fund, to honor the memory and to promote the core values and principles of two of our highly respected and well-loved colleagues, Joseph Veroff and Katherine Pavelka Luke. 

A Critical Dialogue on Addiction: Bridging theories and Practices from Feminist Viewpoints 

The reception will begin at 1:00 PM with the program directly following at 1:30 PM. 

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February 20, 2019 - 5:00pm

2nd year continuing students planning to stay at the same placement must still fill out this form to verify their plan with the Office of Field Instruction.

February 21, 2019 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Professional social workers need to develop effective personal and professional strategies to effectively address ethical issues and challenges related to the use of social media in their practice. This webinar will utilize the 2017 NASW, ASWB, CSWE, and CSWA Standards for Technology in Social Work Practice and the NASW Code of Ethics to assist participants in exploring practice implications related to online networking (ON) and social media use. Participants will explore core ethical concepts that guide practice and define their personal and professional responsibilities with regard to risk management, as well as help them discover the benefits of sound agency policies related to the ethical use of ON and social media.

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