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A Note from the
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Greetings CASC'ers,
CASC faculty and staff hope you had a successful first week of classes! CASC invites you all to So Cool So Just - a fair full of student organizations on campus committed to social justice on September 19. Fore more information about the fair check out the CASC News section below. If your student organization is interested in joining, apply online by Friday, September 14th if to table. SCSJ Application.
Lastly, we want to remind you we are now located in
Suite 3640 of the School of Social Work Building, come visit us!
Academic Advising
Seeking support to finalize your course planning, petitions, senior audits, or other advisory items? Stop by for drop in hours with CASC Academic Adviser and faculty member
Wednesday's from 1 - 4PM, SSWB Room 3640. You can also sign up for an advising appointment on the
CASC Minor website
Preferred Admissions
All CASC students are eligible for the Preferred Admission program in the Masters of Social Work program at UM. To learn more, read below or contact the Office of Student Services at (734) 936-0961 to schedule a phone or in-person appointment.
In support,
CASC Staff
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CASC Minor Advising
Drop In Hours: Wednesdays, 1-4PM in SSWB 3640
If you need advising, please schedule an appointment by clicking below.
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CAS
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Review classes that count toward the minor on the
CASC Course Guide
. Looking for undergraduate course offerings in Fall 2018? Visit the
Course Substitution Request: If you do not see a
course listed that you think should count for your CASC minor, please email the syllabus and a short paragraph about which cluster you think it should count for and why to [email protected].
Senior Audit
Please fill out your
senior audit
as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please schedule an appointment or visit drop-in to speak with CASC Academic Advisor Joe Galura.
Course Enrollment Petitions:
Students must submit a petition found on the CASC website to enroll in SW 300, 305 (section 1 & 2), and SW 401.
If there are any questions or concerns, please email
[email protected]
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CASC-MSW Preferred Admissions Program
Students pursuing a Community Action and Social Change (CASC) minor may apply to the Office of Student Services in the School of Social Work for the Preferred Admission Program leading to a Master of Social Work (MSW). This means you are able to apply to the school as both as junior and senior. Additionally, students will mark a "CASC Preferred Admissions" box on their application that will be taken into account in the decision making process. For admission criteria and more information visit the preferred admissions
website.
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CAS
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News
So Cool, So Just Student Organization Fair
So Cool, So Just is a space
for students to learn, connect, and network with social justice organizations. Each year, more than thirty organizations and departments gather to inform students about ways to get involved, share resources, and build community.
If your student organization is interested in joining, apply online by Friday, September 14th if to table. SCSJ Application
When: Wednesday, September 19 11-2PM
Where: The Diag
Give CASC Feedback
We would love to hear from you about your CASC experience. Please fill this form to give your input.
SSW Room Reservations
Did you know CASC students can reserve space in the SSW building for CASC course projects, org meetings or events?
Learn how to reserve a space.
CASC Student Spotlight
This is your opportunity to tell your story about your CASC work that will eventually be shared with the greater CASC community. You can discuss why you joined CASC, how you CASC, your passions, your background, and beyond. Email [email protected] with questions. We're looking forward to reading your story! To participate
fill out this form
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Campus News & Events
Unite for Social Change Kickoff Event
Unite for Social Change is an initiative bringing members of the U-M School of Social Work community together to build and apply skills to move political social change.
When: Wednesday, September 12 1-5PM
Where: UM SSWB
Latinx Heritage Month 2018
Nationally, September 15 to October 15 is the month to recognize history, culture and contributions of people from Central and Latin America in the U.S. The Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) has partner with various student organizations and academic departments to carry out month-wide social and educational programing celebrating Latinx heritage. For a full list of events visit the MESA
website.
The Constitution's Potential and Limitations in the Struggle of Racial Justice
In honor of Constitution Day, Mark Fancer, Staff Attorney for the ACLU- Michigan's Racial Justice Project will be speak present on the Constitution's potential and limitations in the struggle of racial justice.
RSVP.
When: Monday, September 17 12:30-1:30PM
Where: 1748 SSWB
Detroit School Series
This series promotes an interdisciplinary conversation on how research on Detroit can produce knowledge that is original and relevant to urban studies globally. The first lecture "Why there is no Detroit in Canada?" will be presented by Jason Hackworth.
When: Friday, September 21 4:15-6 PM
Where: Rackham East Conference Room (4th Floor)
FATE Program Volunteering
FATE is a 4 year program for high school students in Detroit. It's mission is to provide resources and opportunities for undeserved youth to embrace education and become world-class citizens. The program is looking for volunteers to serve as mentors for the 2018-2019 academic year. Mentors will help facilitate workshop activities where students will learn skills in business, marketing, and design. If interest contact Rachel Mazzaro (MSW) at [email protected].
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Jobs and Internships
LSA Opportunity Hub's Flash Internship
Flash Internships are rapid, interactive, on-site experiences that help you explore a career
in 3 days. This semester, get a behind the scenes look at the nonprofit sector in Detroit engaging with professionals at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO).
Application deadline is September 13.
Learn more and apply.
Anti-racism Student Facilitators
The Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) hiring students to facilitate peer-led teach-ins. Students will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating anti-racism and coalition building workshops. The workshops will focus on Coalition building and dismantling racism through interactive exercises, dialogic based exercises, storytelling and critical reflection.
Deadline is September 16.
Learn more and apply.
Public Service Intern Program
PSIP is for undergraduate students who are interested in interning in Washington, DC during the 2019 summer. During the summer, interns network with U-M Alumni and attend briefings at DC organizations.
Deadline is September 27.
Learn more and apply.
Mass Meeting
When: Monday Sept, 17 + Thursday, Sept 20
Where: 1120 Ford School
Behavior Technician
The University Pediatricians Autism Center is looking to hire students who are interested in learning behavior intervention tecnnique with childten (birth to 21) who have autism. Positions are part-time and flexible. Work locations include Novi, Detroit, and Macomb.
Democracy Matters Fall internship
The Democracy Matters Institute (DM) is a non-partisan, non-profit student organization offering a paid internship in "Organizing for Reform" to an undergraduate student on your campus beginning in the fall semester, 2018. They provide undergraduate interns
with a stipend of
$500 per semester
, professional
support, a wide range of materials, funding for
campus activities, and opportunities to participate in
regional and national conferences.
Learn more and apply
Engagement Fellows
The U-M Library is hiring undergrad and grad students as Engagement Fellows.
The Student Engagement Program provides and supports transformative student experiences, enabling practical opportunities for students to explore, experiment, create, lead, and reflect - capacities and skills that are critical to addressing 21st century problems in any field. Learn more and apply. Learn more and apply.
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Funding Opportunities
Luce Scholars Program 2019-2020
The Luce Scholars Program
is a nationally competitive fellowship program that provides stipends, language training, and individualized professional placement in Asia each year. Applications should be from seniors, graduate students, and young leaders in a variety of fields (other than Asian studies) who have had limited experience of Asia.
Application deadline is October 1
.
Learn more and apply.
Boren Fellowship
Boren Fellowship are awarded to graduate students for the purpose of overseas language study, academic study, research (either Master's or Ph.D. level), an academic internship, or any combination of the above. In addition, Boren Fellowships can provide limited funding for domestic language study that will supplement the overseas component. Application deadline is January 30. Learn more and apply.
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