Showing events starting from February 5, 2019

November 14, 2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

Organizations that deliver direct or indirect support and services to the general population have emerged to attempt to be trauma-informed by making a commitment to change the culture of their organization. SAMHSA shares four areas that organizations that are committed to being trauma informed: realize the impact and recovery of trauma, recognize the signs and symptoms of someone impacted by trauma, respond to needs with policy, procedural and practice changes, and resist re-traumatizing actions and behaviors. Adopting a trauma-informed approach within an organization is beneficial to recipients of services as well as the staff, volunteers and partners of the entity.

Developing a trauma-informed culture includes intervention at the micro, mezzo and macro levels. Supporting organizational shifts includes a systematic process that includes engagement, assessment, targeting goals, plan development, implementation and evaluation. This workshop seeks to support organizations in adopting a trauma-informed culture.

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November 14, 2019 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm

We are excited to invite you to the 2nd Annual Social Work in Higher Education Meet and Greet! 

This open house style event will take place on Thursday, November 14th from 12-1:30 at the School of Social Work Room B780 and will include opportunities to:

Explore the application of social work in higher education

Learn about available field placements in the setting of higher education

Connect with social workers working in higher education

Learn about the Social Workers in Higher Education Affinity Group logo competition

Build your network

Eat lunch!

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November 14, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Join UM students, faculty, and staff in this storytelling event as part of the annual International Career Pathways (ICP) series. Audience members will get to listen to storytellers share about their international experiences. This event is similar to “The Moth” in which true stories are told in a live setting. Refreshments will be served. 

For more information, as well as to RSVP to attend, click here.

If you'd like to apply to be a featured storyteller, please apply here by October 26th. 

This event is co-sponsored by the College of Engineering, the School of Information, the LSA Newnan Academic Advising Center, the School of Social Work, and the International Center.

November 14, 2019 - 9:30pm

Join the Ambassadors for a night of karaoke and good times at Old German Downtown Ann Arbor. Entrance is free!

Folxs will meet in front of the school and walk over at 9 pm.

Please RSVP here!

November 15, 2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Michelle Woods, Director of Career Services, will discuss the licensure process for Michigan and how to become licensed in other states. The licensure exam will also be discussed as well as resources to help you prepare for the exams. 

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November 15, 2019 - 2:30pm to 5:45pm

*DHHS participants, please note the change in scheduled time from the one listed in the catalog.*

This workshop will help participants gain a deeper understanding of suicide prevention and interventions in clinical practice. With the goal to become more comfortable and confident identifying and helping address suicidal ideation, plan(s) and intent in communities, this training will offer opportunities to engage in role-plays and review case examples.

Ethical and legal responsibilities as social workers exist when working with consumers. It is essential to understand the complexity of responses in clinical practice when suicide is present and needs to be addressed. This workshop will allow participants the opportunity to explore their beliefs regarding suicide at different stages of the lifespan and how one's beliefs do and do not influence our practice.

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

November 15, 2019 - 6:30pm to 10:00pm

"This documentary focuses on drag queens living in New York City and their "house" culture, which provides a sense of community and support for the flamboyant and often socially shunned performers. Groups from each house compete in elaborate balls that take cues from the world of fashion. Also touching on issues of racism and poverty, the film features interviews with a number of renowned drag queens, including Willi Ninja, Pepper LaBeija and Dorian Corey."

Come join Queer Advocacy Coalition, Association of Black Social Work Students, Latinx Coalition, Black Radical Healing Pathways, and Common Roots in viewing this provocative film. 

Refreshments will be served.

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November 16, 2019 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

This course will introduce and address issues of concern to interpersonal practice clients that identify as Transgender, Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay, Queer or questioning, focusing on the basic knowledge, interpersonal practice and advocacy skills it takes to become increasingly competent in providing counseling and advocacy for people who are members of these marginalized, yet highly resilient, groups. From a strength-based perspective, grounded in Affirmative Practice Principles, this course will focus on basic social work knowledge and understanding of these groups, the social injustice and stigma they face; but ultimately, how to effectively engage, assess and intervene with current, associated issues through therapy and advocacy. This course will also address self-exploration and ethical dilemmas for social work students and providers with TBLGQ people, and include real practice experiences with people from our local community. Students will be encouraged to actively engage in the course. Class...

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