Student Life

“There are two buckets of self-care in social work,” MSW student Emily Janas said, “The first is finding enjoyable activities outside of your obligations; the second is self-care within the context of work. Crosswords are part of that first bucket, and that’s how I fill my cup back up. You can’t pour from an empty cup.” 

Janas is a member of The Michigan Daily’s games staff and has published six crossword puzzles to date. Before The Daily, Janas had never published a puzzle, but puzzles were a love language of sorts. A longtime lover of crosswords, Janas had been designing mini puzzles for

The IMPACT Awards honor outstanding students, faculty, staff and student organizations who are committed to uplifting our community and advancing the School’s mission. The awards are presented annually by the School’s Flourish Office.

Student IMPACT Award: PhD Student Nico Juárez

Nico Juárez is a student in the Joint PhD Program in Social Work and Anthropology. His award is in recognition of his academic excellence and his impact in translating social work values into community action. His work directly reflects the School’s Strategic Vision, specifically the “Action for the Public Good” pillar

MSW students Allie Rosenberg and Sam Tick-Raker were quoted in the Detroit Jewish News about the upcoming Alicia Jo Rabins concert produced by the Jewish Community Leadership Program (JCLP).  “This event is a fully student-planned program, organized and facilitated by the second-year JCLP students as they seek to offer the local Jewish community this space for meaningful joyful engagement and a unique experience,” said Tick-Racker.

“As an emerging singer-songwriter, I am beyond honored to be opening for Alicia Jo Rabins whose spiritual journey mirrors my own in many ways,” said Rosenberg.“I

MSW student Angela Chin has been selected as U-M’s 2026 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Student of the Year.  Chin’s nomination was based on her outstanding leadership and contributions, her commitment to the Schools MSW program and the NASW Code of Ethics.  She will be honored at a ceremony in Lansing in April.

"I am honored to have been selected to represent the University of Michigan. While my name is associated with the award, it reflects the support of those who uplift me: friends and peers who believe in my leadership, staff and faculty who provide me with educational and

Are you a Michigan School of Social Work student feeling stuck, struggling with time management, or looking for support to achieve your goals? Our success coaching program can help you navigate these roadblocks as you pursue your degree.

The University of Michigan complies with federal and state laws which affect qualified persons with disabilities. It is the policy and practice of the School of Social Work to provide equitable educational opportunities for students with documented disabilities in all programs and activities, including internships or field placements. Students with disabilities who require academic adjustments are encouraged to contact their instructors at the beginning of the semester to discuss their specific needs.

The University's Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) provides assistance regarding

Visit the Student Caregivers website for information supporting the needs of students at U-M who juggle parenting/elder care, study, and work. Resources include child care, financial assistance, social support, housing, recreation, health care information and more.

For additional information on Work/Life supports for faculty, staff and students, please also visit the following sites:

• Work/Life Resource Center site
• U-M Child Care Gateway

Career Center staff are available to help with career assistance for alumni, informational interviewing techniques, interview preparation, job search strategies, licensing questions, networking strategies, portfolio development, resume / cover letter reviews, and salary negotiation techniques.

There are a number of options for housing available to students:

• The SSW Housing and Roommate Finder is a place for SSW students to exchange housing information and to find roommates and/or housing.
• U-M Graduate and Family Housing
  • Graduate Roommate Finder
  • Graduate Roommate Finder Posts
• Off-Campus Housing
• Other Living Options

The School of Social Work and the University of Michigan offer numerous support resources to ensure that students can thrive during the pursuit of their degree. These supports center around health/mental health, food, financial, disability services, legal assistance, safety, identity-based services, conflict resolution and more. Explore the numerous options below.

School of Social Work staff are available to connect you with the best School of Social Work or University level resource. For assistance reach out to:

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