Note from the CASC staff:
It has been a difficult week around the world. We hope you know the CASC doors are open if you'd like to talk. Feel free to stop by our drop in advising hours - Mondays 1 pm - 4 pm, Wednesdays 10 am - 1 pm.
We also want to invite you to join the SSW community in conversation about the events at University of Missouri and Yale University. Join us on Wednesday, November 18 from 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm in room B780.
Best,
Katie, Alice, Joe, and Bri
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CASC Backpacking and Advising Party
The annual
backpacking and advising party is back again! Join us for pizza and cookie decorating, get advice on courses from Alice and Joe, and get the inside scoop on courses from members of the CASC Student Advisory Board. We'll also debut the winter 2016 CASC course guide!
RSVP for this event.
Where: School of Social Work, B760
Registration for SW 305
The registration process for SW 305 has changed.
If you are officially declared with a CASC minor, you are eligible to register through Wolverine Access on your registration date and do not need to complete a petition form. If you have not officially declared the CASC minor, then you must complete one of these forms
indicating your preferred section of SW 305. If you are unsure whether or not you are officially declared, please consult Wolverine Access. Email [email protected] with any questions.
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 four options for SW 401 in the winter term. You
must
petition for enrollment in SW 401 by completing
one of these forms
.
Email [email protected]
with any questions.
CASC Minor Release for Seniors
In order to complete your senior audit and prepare to graduate, you need to complete a release for both your major and minor.
You should complete your major r
elease
before you complete your minor
release
.
Once you have completed your major release, please complete this form to help us complete your minor release.
You may notice that the courses you have taken for CASC do not show up correctly on your Academic Requirements Checklist on Wolverine Access. Because of the way our system works, these courses may not show up until after you complete your minor release.
If you would like to discuss your
minor release
please contact Joe.
Peer Facilitators for CASC "DECLARE" Retreat
CASC is looking for facilitators for the DECLARE Retreat" We are seeking 2-3 undergraduate students to work as facilitators and social justice mentors during the 2016 winter term. Students will be responsible for helping to plan, lead, and recruit for retreats focused on critical social identity reflection, community engagement, and self-development. Facilitators will be eligible for a stipend. If you are interested, please
read the full job description and apply, or contact
Alice.
CASC 5th Year Anniversary
We are excited to be celebrating our Fifth Year Anniversary! Join us for a celebration on December 9 from 4 - 6PM in the ECC. RSVP today and we look forward to seeing you there!
CASC Survey
All CASC students are invited to participate in a
survey about the CASC minor. This survey will help us to understand your experiences in the minor and your social justice learning. This survey is completely voluntary, and your responses will be recorded anonymously. You will need to log in to your google account to access the survey, but your username will not be recorded. Your responses will be used for research by the CASC team. Be in touch with
CASC director Katie Richards-Schuster with any questions.
Social Change Media Interviews
PhD student
Dan Lane is conducting a study exploring how socially engaged college students use social media as change makers. Please join them for a one-on-one interview to share your experiences using social media as a tool for talking about the issues you are passionate about. It will be a great opportunity to think more deeply about how social media can be used for social justice and help contribute towards research in this area. The interviews will be 1 hour and scheduled during your availability. Snacks will be provided!
ADDITIONAL CASC COURSES
Law and Social Justice Course
History 235 is a course that examines the evolution of cause lawyering in the United States and how some lawyers have used law as an instrument of social change.
Learn more about this course. This course can be substituted for the context cluster.
Intergroup Dialogue Course
UC/PSYCH/SOC 122 is a three-credit course carefully structured to explore social group identity, conflict, community, and social justice.
Learn more about this course
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AnnouncementS
Global Social Work Week
Connect with students, staff, and faculty at the School of Social Work as we dedicate the third week in November to discuss, showcase, and display ways the school is interacting with others on a global scale.
Learn more about the week's events.
When: November 16 - 20
Where: School of Social Work
Film Screening: Concerning Violence
Join the Social Work Doctoral Student Organization for a screening of "
Concerning Violence," a bold and fresh visual narrative on Africa based on newly discovered archive material. Light snacks provided.
When: November 17, 12:15 - 1:45PM
Where: School of Social Work, B780
When: November 17, 5:30 - 7PM
Where: 1214 S. University, floor 2, suite B
Syrian Refugees in Michigan
Trans* Youth Speak Out
Riot Youth members will give adult allies some skills and knowledge for supporting trans* youth through spoken word performances, story sharing, facilitated dialogues, artwork, and more.
When: November 17, 6 - 8PM
Where: The Neutral Zone, 310 E. Washington St.
Mock Wage Board
At the Mock Wage Board, expert speakers, community leaders, and active minimum wage workers will discuss the impact and implementation of raising the minimum wage at U-M to $15/hour.
Learn more about this event.
When: November 17, 7PM
Around the World
Come hear stories from social work students as they share their Peace Corps experiences with the larger social work community.
RSVP by November 16.
Where: School of Social W
ork, B780
Reflections on $2.00 a Day
Associate Professor H. Luke Shaefer will present his efforts to engage the policy community in drawing lessons from his new co-authored book, "2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America.
Learn more and RSVP.
When: November 20, 12 - 1:30PM
Where: School of Social Work, ECC (1840)
Scaling Impact Initiative
The "
Scaling Impact: Generating Business Value and Alleviating Poverty" talk will provide an overview of the William Davidson Institute and the Scaling Impacting Initiative, which focuses on accelerating the development of sustainable and scalable impact enterprises that generate a net positive impact for the base of the pyramid.
When: November 19, 3:30 - 5PM
Where: School of Social Work, ECC (1840).
Yemeni Students' Association
This is a space for students both Yemeni and non-Yemeni interested in Yemeni culture, heritage, and issues Yeminis face to come together and organize.
Email CASC student Tahany Alsabahi 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.
Contact the CASC office with questions.
The Ashley Adams Innovation Awards
FLAS Student Funding Info Sessions
Learn more about the Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships for undergraduate students by attending an info session. A FLAS fellowship provides tuition support and a stipend to students studying designated foreign languages in combination with area studies or international aspects of professional studies. Fellowships are offered for the academic year and for summer. Learn more about the fellowships and info sessions.
Grant Opportunity Through Ginsberg
The Student Initiative Grants process through the Ginsberg Center for Community Service and Learning provides financial support for student groups and organizations seeking to create service and community engagement experiences. There are four grants that a group can apply for: Alternative Break Grant (up to $500), Collaborative Project Grant (up to $1000), Community-Based Project Grant (up to $500), and Literacy Project Grant (up to $600). Each grant includes advising, workshops, and resources that will support your group in creating a strong, sustainable service and learning experience. Last year, the Ginsberg Center awarded approximately $10,000 in Student Initiative Grants!
Apply for a Student Initiative Grant on MCompass
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Jobs and Internships
Health Pro Analyst at Compass
Aspire Teacher Residency
In collaboration with the University of the Pacific, the
Aspire Teacher Residency (ATR) is an intensive teacher training program that recruits and trains talented individuals of all ages and backgrounds to become highly-effective teachers. ATR prepares teachers by pairing theory and practice through master's level coursework and classroom practicum.
Learn more and apply.
Email CASC alum Mimi Karabulut with any questions.
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