Showing events starting from April 1, 2017 up to April 30, 2017

April 10, 2017 - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET

What is your vision for the future of the southern border? Stop by to learn about and support BPVN. Artwork available for purchase.

April 11, 2017 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET

The intersection of social work and sport is a growing field and Social Work and Sport Association (SWSA) is excited to present The Huddle: What's Your Sport Story?

We will have a panel of individuals who will share their stories and background in the world of sports. They will speak to their personal and professional experiences and how it has influenced their development. During the Q & A portion we will examine the opportunities for growth in the field of social work and sport.

We hope that you will join us and hear from the panel which includes a professional social worker, current MSW student and student-athletes.

Food will be provided.

RSVP here »

Presented by the Social Work and Sport Association.

April 13, 2017 - 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM ET

Please join the Jewish Communal Leadership Program for a discussion about coalition building, global policy, and young leadership with Benny Fischer, the President of the European Union of Jewish Students (EUJS). Mr. Fischer has been involved in coalition building with other minority groups in Europe to educate on discrimination and denialism. Additionally, with observer status in the European Union and United Nations, the EUJS has spoken out about the refugee crisis, free movement in Europe, and the dangers of the far right political movement. The EUJS is a student driven organization and Mr. Fischer is young leader himself and we're excited to have him here!

Bring your questions, your ideas, and your lunch for a meaningful conversation!

We will have Passover-friendly snacks. 

April 14, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET

The Learning Community on Poverty and Inequality presents, "Defining & Reducing Extreme Economic Inequality in the Era of Trump: A Social Work Grand Challenge Conversation". 

Guest Speakers:

Laura Lein

Trina Shanks

For an overview of the Grand Challenges for Social Work, please visit the website. Lunch will be served. For an accurate headcount, please RSVP to Joyce Lee (joyceyl@umich.edu) by 4/7/2017. 

April 17, 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Join the Office of Student Services and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for a DEI lunch. This will be a space to build community and to continue our dialogue on diversity, equity and inclusion in the School of Social Work and larger community. Lunch will be provided.

April 18, 2017 ET

April 19, 2017 ET

April 19, 2017 - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM ET

This recorded session will walk admitted students through the process of applying for a field placement.  All admitted students should plan view this recorded session.  Presenters discuss how to effectively utilize the Career Center in preparing field application materials. The last 30 minutes of the session discusses specific information for students planning to apply for a school placement.  

View Field Placement Webinar Recording

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