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CASC Announcements
Social Work and Sports Panel
Field Educator Warren Clark will moderate a panel of recent School of Social Work graduates to discuss the emerging field of social work and sport. This event is part of this fall's LSA Theme Semester, Sports and the University. Food will be provided. Learn more and RSVP to the event.
When: October 29, 12-2 PM
Where: School of Social Work, B780
DECLARE Retreat
CASC is excited to launch the DECLARE retreat this semester! DECLARE is a day and half retreat that will allow you to dive deeply into thinking about your identities, your social justice work, and how you can work to implement change. The retreat is open to all declared CASC minors, and students who have met with a CASC advisor and plan to declare the minor. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until spots are filled. Please complete the DECLARE application form here
When: November 8, 9:30 AM - 5 PM, November 9, 10 AM - 1 PM
Where: Trotter Multicultural Center
Senior Audits
CASC has moved to an online auditing system. You should complete your major degree audit before you complete your minor degree audit. Please complete this form to help us complete your minor audit release. If you would like to discuss your senior audit with an academic advisor, or if you have questions about this process, please email Joe at [email protected].
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Announcements
Learning from the Community Series
The Ginsberg Center is hosting numerous workshops within the series, " Learning from the Community." The October workshop, "Finding the 'You' in Community Service," is designed for individuals to reflect on how their volunteer experiences impact the skills and knowledge they possess. Through discussion with other volunteers, individuals will deepen their understanding of what meaningful community service is and the different roles they can play when volunteering. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to the workshop. When: October 28, 5:30-7 PM
Where: Ginsberg Center, 1024 Hill St.
Drive Your Career
The Michigan Association of Communication Studies presents, "Drive Your Career," with the Intern Queen and author of "Welcome to the Real World," Lauren Berger. She will be discussing her experiences in the working world and share advice for achieving career success. Learn more and RSVP to the event. When: October 28, 6-8 PM
Where: Rackham Amphitheater
Fresh Start Clubhouse Open House
Fresh Start Clubhouse, Washtenaw County's psychosocial rehabilitation working community for people living with mental illness, is having an open house for anyone with a connection to mental illness or an interest in mental health. Learn more about what they do to help people in their recovery and discuss opportunities for community partnerships and service options for students, employers, and volunteers. Refreshments will be served.
When: October 29, 3-6 PM
Where: 2051 S. State St., Ann Arbor
Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Network
The Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Network was created by the National Center for Institutional Diversity. Designed to be a support system for students involved in research related to issues of social justice and diversity, this program creates a community of emerging scholars with similar research interests, offers resources for personal, professional, and academic growth, and connects students to prominent local and national professionals. Learn more about the program. Applications are due Wednesday, October 29.
Global Indigenous Peoples Movement
Join the International Institute, the African Studies Center, and the Native American Studies Program for the fall symposium, "The Global Indigenous Peoples Movement." There are numerous sessions available to the public. Learn more about speakers and session topics. When: November 7, 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Where: School of Social Work Building, International Institute, room 1636
MHI Prospective Student Day
The U-M School of Information (UMSI) is hosting, "MHI Prospective Student Day." This is an opportunity for students interested in the Master of Health Informatics, a joint program with the School of Public Health. Learn more and register for the the event. When: November 8, 1-5 PM
Where: North Quad
Readers Needed for Readers & Best
The Ginsberg Center is partnering with the Athletic Department to provide one-time volunteer guest reading opportunities in Ann Arbor Public Schools. Readers & Best will allow U-M students to share the joy of reading with children in Ann Arbor elementary schools. Guest readers will read a pre-selected book that celebrates individuality and facilitate a post-reading activity. They will travel together in a U-M van and receive a lesson plan with needed materials. Sign up for a Friday session. Background checks required. Contact the Ginsberg Center for more information.
The Skimm
The Skimm is an email newsletter sent to individual's inboxes Monday through Friday morning. It gives a brief and witty update about the world news. Created by two ex-NBC producers, the Skimm is designed for people who do not have time to listen or read the news everyday. Subscribe to the Skimm.
Michigan Makers Volunteers Needed
The Michigan Makers project, a service learning activity sponsored by the U-M School of Information, is a chance to work in community with students grades 4-8 in the Ann Arbor area. On Wednesdays, Michigan Makers mentors bring activities and meet with students after school for 90 minutes. This is an opportunity to help students develop teamwork, perseverance, and creative thinking. Learn more about last year's Michigan Makers activities. Background checks are required. Contact Kristin for more information.
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Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
Funding for Student Organizations
CASC students are involved in many activities around campus and we receive multiple requests for funding. CASC has a limited pool of money that CASC students are eligible to apply for. In order to apply for a CASC grant, you must be part of a registered student org and have an SOAS account. There are four funding deadlines throughout the year- October 1, December 1, January 15, and March 15. To apply for funding, students must submit a funding proposal that includes the following information: student org name, contact info, SOAS account number, event name, summary of event, date of event, complete budget. Email questions to [email protected].
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Jobs and Internships
Sweetland Peer Writing Consultant
The Sweetland Center for Writing is looking for interested students who enjoy writing and working with peers to improve their writing skills. They are currently recruiting undergraduate students in any discipline to join their Peer Writing Consultant Program. Ideal candidates write well, enjoy collaboration, and demonstrate reliable and conscientious behavior, and will have 24 credits (not including AP credits) by the start of the Winter 2014 term. Apply for the position.
Application Deadline: October 27, 12 PM
Organizers Needed for CTUL
The Centro de Trabajadores Unidos en Lucha is hiring two organizers, one to organize retail cleaning workers (must speak Spanish) and one to organize fast food workers in Minneapolis (Speaking Spanish is ideal, but not necessary). This is a great opportunity to work with a low wage worker organizing campaign. Learn more about CTUL.
Organizers Needed for Iowa CCI
Application Deadline: November 1, 2014
U-M D-SIP Information Sessions
U-M Development Summer Internship Program (D-SIP) is a paid internship in Ann Arbor for students. There are opportunities to complete paid work on an individual project while engaging with top fundraising experts within the U-M and local nonprofit community, earn course credit through classes taught by U-M faculty, and build leadership credentials through thought-provoking workshops and retreats. Application deadline is January 18, 2015. Come to an information session to learn more.
When: November 12, 7 PM & November 13, 6 PM
Where: Michigan League, Koessler Room & Michigan Union, Parker Room
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University of MichiganSchool of Social Work1080 South University AvenueAnn Arbor, MI 48109-1106
Phone: (734) 763-5733
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