Note from the CASC staff:
The CASC office has new drop in advising hours this semester. Come find us on Thursdays from 1 pm - 4 pm in 3831 SSWB.
Best,
Katie, Alice, Joe, and Bri
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CASC Senior-Alumni Mixer
CASC seniors interested in connecting with alumni and thinking through life after graduation are welcome to attend this
mixer
! Get advice from CASC alumni, ask questions, or simply hangout. As always, food will be provided!
When: February 11, 7-8:30PM
CASC Speaker Series
CASC is launching a new speaker series! The series will feature student conversations with a different Social Work Faculty member each lecture.
The first speaker will be January 25 with LEO Lecturer Tony Alvarez.
When: January 25, 12 - 2PM
Where: 2752, SSWB
Water Donations for Flint
The School of Social Work is collecting bottled water and money to aid in the relief to Flint. You can drop off donations at the Office of Student Services in the School of Social Work.
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.
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.
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AnnouncementS
Your Voting Rights
With elections around the corner, Allan Wachendorfer and Theresa Tran will discuss money in politics, barriers to voting, racial discrimination in voting, and other important issues that will impact the election year. Food and drinks will be provided.
When: January 25, 12 - 2PM
Where: School of Social Work, ECC (room 1840)
Sharing Stories, Building Allyhood
All are welcome to "Sharing Stories, Building Allyhood: Student Voices Against Islamophobia." Learn about the impact of Islamophobia on campus. Come in solidarity.
When: January 25, 6 - 8PM
Where: Michigan Union, Pendleton Room
Leadership Crisis Challenge
The Crisis Challenge is a premier, action-based learning experience that will immerse participants in a stimulated business and media crisis. Participants will have an opportunity to work with a diverse team, build communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills, all while maintaining composure and poise in a tense situation.
Register by January 25.
Call for Proposals
The Davis Projects for Peace are summer-long projects designed and implemented by undergraduate students passionate about peace in their communities and around the globe. These projects provide resources to execute innovative grassroots project ideas. The selected project proposal will be funded up to $10,000 and implemented during summer of 2016.
Submit a proposal by January 25.
Above Ground Photography Exhibit
"Above Ground: 40 Moments of Transformation" is a photography exhibit highlighting China's young feminist activists. All are welcome to attend the opening reception.
When: January 26, 4PM
Where: Lane Hall Gallery, 204 S. State St.
Checkered Past of the ID Card
Cass Adair, PhD Candidate, will provide a brief overview of
local ID card programs, a "genealogy" of ID cards in the U.S. and their political and social context, and a discussion on race and gender identity as related to ID politics.
RSVP to Jessie McShane.
When: January 26, 5 - 6:30PM
Where: School of Social Work, room B780
Student Debt Crisis
Rohit Chopra and Susan Dynarski, two leading voices on
student debt reform, will examine the role of student loan industry, financial aid policies, for-profit institutions, and rising tuition fees in creating and proliferating this crisis while offering policy solutions and industry reforms.
When: January 27, 4 - 5:30PM
Where: Weill Hall, Annenberg Auditorium
Tri-Campus Summit
The Tri-Campus Student Community Engagement Summit is an incredible opportunity for undergraduate students committed to community engagement to network and collaborate with peers from the Flint, Dearborn, and Ann Arbor campuses.
Learn more about the schedule, keynote speaker, and how to register. Free transportation and lunch provided.
Michigan In Color - Amplify
Amplify is an ongoing series of pieces by Black contributors to Michigan in Color, the People of Color op-ed in the Michigan Daily. Given the social climate of our nation in light of recent court decisions, the editors of Michigan in Color feel that intentionally and specifically lifting up Black voices is urgent. If you would like to contribute any written pieces,
email Michigan in Color.
Avalon Housing Volunteer Needed
Avalon Housing is seeking dynamic volunteers to help run their
after school programs. They need people who enjoy being around children, are easy going, comfortable in a higher energy environment, and can commit for at least a semester.
Email Lauren Velez with any questions.
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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.
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Jobs and Internships
IMPACT Info Session
Come learn more about the work Impact and Environment Michigan are doing and about Campaign Organizing full time job opportunities while enjoying free food, trivia, and prizes. This event is January 27 at 5PM in the Dana building, room 1046.
Green Corps
Green Corps is seeking college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day. They need Organizers, people who understand the power of public support and know how to mobilize it. Learn more and apply by January 28.
Internship Opportunity with Sumerra LLC
This internship will provide one student with the chance to learn about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues, experience CSR activities with an established CSR company, and further understand University Risks related to CSR and within the Licensee Supply Chain. Learn more and apply by midnight January 31.
Interview Transcription Job Opportunity
A doctoral student is seeking an individual to transcribe 10-12 interviews that are 60 minutes in length over the next few months. If you are interested in this opportunity,
email Jen for more information.
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