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DECLARE Retreat
The DECLARE retreat is coming up this weekend! 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
Backpacking and Advising Event
This is a great opportunity for CASC students to check out the 2015 CASC course guide, receive the inside scoop on CASC courses from the Student Advisory Board, and check in with the advising staff about courses. It is also a prime opportunity to socialize and build community with other CASC students! Food will be provided.
When: November 11, 4-6 PM
Where: School of Social Work, B770
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].
Registering for SW 305 and SW 401
Registration for SW 305
To register for SW 305 for Winter 2015 you MUST complete one of these forms indicating your preferred section of SW 305. Completing this form is the only way to receive an override into SW 305 for the Winter 2015 term. Please make sure you complete the form for your preferred section. Permissions will be given to current CASC students in order of class standing. Permissions will not be issued until the beginning of December. If you have any questions, contact Alice.
Registration for SW 401
SW 401 is the CASC Capstone course. It is only open to CASC seniors. You should take SW 305 prior to taking SW 401. There are three options for SW 401 in the winter term, listed below:
Sec 1: Tuesdays 5:30-8:30 pm. Dates: January 13 - February 10
Sec 2: Tuesdays 5:30-8:30 pm. Dates: March 10 - April 7
Sec 3: Wednesdays 5:30-8:30 pm. Dates: January 14 - February 11
To register for SW 401, you must complete one of these forms. Please make sure you complete the form for your preferred section. If you have any questions, contact Alice.
ADDITIONAL CASC COURSES CASC Winter 2015 Course Guide The CASC course guide is now live for students to begin backpacking! Peruse the courses CASC offers in the winter semester. Have questions about the content? Come to the backpacking and advising event CASC is hosting November 11! Intergroup Dialogue UC/PSYCH/SOC 122 Intergroup dialogues are three-credit courses carefully structured to explore social group identity, conflict, community, and social justice. Trained student facilitators and student participants explore similarities and differences among and across groups, and strive toward building a multicultural and democratic community. This course fulfills the LSA Race and Ethnicity distribution requirement and the Intergroup Relations Education Minor requirement. Learn more about this course.
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AnnouncementS
Blood Battle Against Ohio State
The annual blood drive against Ohio State is an opportunity for students to donate blood and help save lives. This year, Blood Drives United hopes to collect 2,500 pints of blood. Anyone interested in participating can make an appointment for any drive and enter in the code "goblue." One of the drives will be held in the School of Social Work, November 10, 10 AM - 4 PM.
When: November 3-26
Socioculturally Relevant Practice Event
Join the Asian & Asian-American Coalition SSW for, " What Does Socioculturally Relevant Social Work Practice Look Like?" Dr. Mieko Yoshihama, professor of social work and Mona Belsare and Pam Raj Sripada, social work practitioners from Mai Family Services, will discuss community organizing and interpersonal practice with South Asian and Asian Pacific Islander populations. The event is focused on addressing interpersonal violence and other issues affecting these communities. RSVP for the lunch. When: November 6, 12-1:30 PM
Where: School of Social Work, floor 1
CGIS Information Session
The Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) is having an information session for students interested in a Global Course Connections (GCC) program in the Netherlands and Germany. This is a great opportunity to learn more about scholarships, program fee, credit hours, and off-campus dates. When: November 6, 12:30-1:30 PM
Where: CGIS Conference Room D
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
MSA Fast-A-Thon
When: November 10, 5-7 PM
Where: Rackham, floor 4
Little Free Library Kick-off Event
A Little Free Library from the Ginsberg Center will be visiting the School of Social Work from November 10 - 21. This library is designed to provide access to books for people of all ages and is part of a national moment to foster a sense of community and encourage reading. The Ginsberg Center will host a kick-off event to share information about their literacy programs and an opportunity to explore the Library.
When: November 11, 12-1 PM
Where: School of Social Work, Lower Level
SAPAC Annual Speak Out
SAPAC is hosting their 28th Annual Speak Out, a survivor public forum. All survivors of sexualized violence are welcome to share their stories in a safe and confidential space, regardless of background or experience. Advocates will be present and a debrief will follow in the Parker room of the Michigan Union, next to the venue of the event. When: November 11, 7-9:30 PM
Where: Michigan Union Ballroom
Change it Up! Workshop
When: November 18, 5 PM
Where: School of Social Work, B780
Trotter "Feel Good Fridays"
The Trotter Multicultural Center is hosting, " Feel Good Fridays," an event that takes place every Friday during the school year. All students, faculty, staff, and administrators are welcome to attend. To learn more, contact Jessica Thompson.
When: Fridays, 1-5 PM
Where: Trotter Multicultural Center, 1443 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor 48104
No Shave November for Consent
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center's (SAPAC) Men's Activist Program is having their annual, "No Shave November for Consent Campaign." This is a month-long event that aims to engage the campus in a conversation about sexual assault, healthy relationships, and consensual sex. For those not able to grow a beard, SAPAC has put together alternative ways for everyone to participate. Learn more about other events happening in November and other ways to get involved.
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Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
Request for Proposals
The Center for Engaged Democracy (CED) is requesting proposals for research in any of three categories: structure of inclusion, leadership, and student outcomes. CED will support research in these areas through three research grants of up to $5,000 per research project. Learn more about the research areas and proposal requirements. Project proposals are due November 20.
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
Global Health Research Summer Internships
Internships are available for U-M undergrads who are members of socially or economically disadvantaged groups. Training awards are available for students interested in pursuing graduate work and research careers in the biomedical or behavioral sciences. Students will participate in ongoing research projects related to child health inequities in Chile, China, Colombia, Mongolia, Ethiopia, Jamaica or Ghana. Eligible students must hold a GPA of 3. 0 or higher, and have obtained sophomore status. Financial support includes up to $3000/month stipend, round trip travel, and training-related expenses. Find more information here. Applications are due November 7th. For more information contact Temuulen Johnson
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.
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
Civil Rights Organizer in NYC
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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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