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A Note from the
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Happy Finals Week, CASC'ers!
We are sending you good vibes as you finish up finals. If you need a study break, stop by the CASC office and grab some candy. This week w
e are highlighting Brandon Bond, one of your student leaders on the CASC Outreach Board.
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"I am an LSA-RC junior double majoring in BCN and International Studies with a CASC minor. With the help of CASC, I was able to plan and fund a spring break service trip to Querétaro, Mexico, which allowed Michigan students to work with a commission for the Deaf community. My experience in Mexico was one of the most influential moments of my life, and I was thrilled that CASC helped me give that opportunity to other students. My next adventure will be in Brazil, where I will be working with a social justice organization for the month of May. CASC has provided me with the skills needed to enter/exit differing communities and effectively work with people of diverse backgrounds. Although I do not know where my CASC journey will take me, I know I will remain on the CASC Outreach Board and potentially become an MSW student through the March Preferred Admit Program."
Brandon's word of advice is to:
"Remember where you have been to know where you need to go."
Thank you Brandon for the many ways you serve the CASC minor and your Community!
Happy studying, CASC'ers!
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.
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.
Preferred Admissions
Declared CASC students are eligible to apply to the MSW preferred admissions program.To learn more, go to Preferred Admissions or contact the Office of Student Services at (734) 936-0961 to schedule a phone or in-person appointment.
Additionally, p
rospective applicants are required to complete an info form, prior to submitting a preferred admissions application.
Poverty Solutions Certificate
Are you interested in the Poverty Solutions Certificate? Schedule an appointment or drop by the CASC office during academic advising. Information on
the requirements can be found on the
CASC Minor website.
For more information about the Poverty Solutions Center, visit
poverty.umich.edu.
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CASC Academic Planning
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.
CASC-MSW Preferred Admissions Program
Students pursuing a Community Action and Social Change (CASC) minor may apply to the Office of Student Services (OSS)
in the School of Social Work for the Preferred Admission Program leading to a Master of Social Work (MSW) as early as their junior year.
For admissions criteria and additional information, visit the preferred admissions
website.
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CAS
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News
Learn more about your student leaders on the Advisory and Outreach board
here.They are serving the minor, fellow students, their schools, and the larger community.
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
cascminor@umich.edu
with questions. We're looking forward to reading your story! To participate
fill out this form.
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
CASC Kickback!! (Event Cancelled)
The CASC Kickback was originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 24th, 11 AM- 1PM. Due to low RSVP numbers, we have cancelled the event. We hope this leaves more time for studying as the semester closes!
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Campus News & Events
Honors in Engaged Liberal Arts (HELA) Pathway
HELA
is an option for students who wish to combine their academics with civic or leadership experience by developing projects that involve a serious engagement with a significant intellectual, social, political, or practical problem. HELA requires that students draw from their coursework, integrating curricular learning with co-curricular and engaged modes of learning in which they exercise their own agency to solve problems, enhance civic assets, or otherwise catalyze meaningful change within a community. To learn how to come a part of the Pathway, contact Kaydee Fry (kayfry@umich.edu).
Michigan Immigration Rights Upcoming Event
Michigan Immigration Rights Center (MIRC) is hosting a Naturalization event in English and Spanish on Wednesday, April 24th (5 PM English and 6 PM Spanish) for those interested in learning about the Naturalization process. Last week, MIRC also held a "know your rights" workshop to help prepare and protect families during interactions with immigration enforcement. To get information to last week's event, email: mirc@michiganimmigrant.org.
School of Public Health Undergraduate Information Session
Learn more about the public health major and requirements for admission. These 30-minute interactive presentations are followed by time for questions and discussion. Students currently enrolled at the University of Michigan (U-M), another college or university, or in high school are welcome to attend. Please register
here.
When: April 24th, 3PM - 4 PM
Where:
Angel Hall Auditorium C, 435 South State St, Ann Arbor, MI
Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) - Commencement Celebrations
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Black Celebratory Graduation 2018
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Asian/Pacific Islander Graduation
Check out the 2018 Welcome Video!
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The next couple of weeks will be an exciting time for seniors! OAMI celebrations supplement the traditional UM graduation and are also held during graduation week to express appreciation for the achievements, commonalities, and cultural differences that characterize the experiences of Middle Eastern/North African, Asian/ Pacific Islander, African American, Latinx and Native students.
- Middle Eastern/ North African - April 25th, 6 PM, Ross School of Business, Colloquium 6th Floor
- Asian/ Pacific Islander Graduation - April 29th, 2 PM, Ross School of Business, Robertson Auditorium
- La Celebración Latina, May 3rd, 6 PM, Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 N. University, Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
- Black Celebratory - May 4th, 7 PM, Power Center, 121 Fletcher Street, Ann Arbor, MI
- Native Student Graduation - May 4th, 7 PM, Matthei Botanical Gardens Auditorium (1800 N. Dixboro, Ann Arbor, MI
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Lavender Graduation
The Annual Lavender Graduation, also referred to as LavGrad, is a celebration to honor LGBTQ graduates of the University of Michigan. Established by Ronni Sanlo in 1995, University of Michigan was the first commemorative event of its kind celebrated at an institution of higher learning. This commencement ceremony acknowledges the contributions of any graduates from any school/college at the University and of any academic level. All participants within the LGBTQ communities will receive a free rainbow 2019 tassel, a lavender cord, and a Lavender Degree. Participating graduates are welcome to invite their loved ones to celebrate their accomplishments.
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Jobs and Internships
The U-M Ginsberg Center American Reads Classroom Tutor
Looking for a summer job? The America Reads program at the U-M Student Life Edward Ginsberg Center has a unique opportunity this summer for students with a federal Work-Study award for Spring/Summer 2019. We are looking to fill 30 summer positions through our partnership with the Family Learning Institute, a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to closing the achievement gap in Washtenaw County. They provide tutoring in reading and math for students in grades k-6 who are from
economically disadvantaged families and who struggle in school.
You are invited to apply and be part of the America Reads team working with emerging readers. Applications can be found
here!
The U-M Ginsberg Center Huron Waterloo Internship
The Huron Waterloo is looking for an intern this summer! If you're interested in the outdoors, social media management, and community engagement, this one's for you!
Apply by this Thursday, April 25th, using the U-M Ginsberg Center Facebook page here! Students must be logged in to apply.
DC and District Internship with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib
U.S. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) is accepting applications for summer internships at her DC office and her district office in Detroit, MI. This internship allows students an opportunity to gain direct knowledge of how a congressional office functions and see the inner workings that are required to best serve the constituents of the Michigan 13th Congressional District. Many congressional interns have used their experience to further their interests and careers in public service, government, and more. Duties include but are not limited to communicating with constituents on the phone and in the office, working to resolve their concerns, research topics and gathering information for staff members, office communication support, policy research an assisting staff with administrative tasks. Interns are expected to work approximately 15-20 hours weekly. Applications are currently open.
Apply here!
2019 Amazon Studios Summer Internship
Amazon Studios is seeking bright, multitasking, dynamic and self-motivated interns to work hard, have fun and make history with us this summer.
Our summer internship class will take place from June through September 2019. Internships are paid opportunities. This is a full-time, paid internship. The deadline is ongoing. For more information, see Amazon Studios Summer Internship.
Organizing Corps 2020 is recruiting and training the next generation of campaign organizers to work on the 2020 presidential election starting THIS summer! Corps members earn $4,000 and spend 8 weeks learning the art and science of being a field organizer in a presidential election. Members will gain valuable skills in leadership, project management, and build a network of like-minded peers.Want to learn more?
Applications are open on a rolling basis!
U-M LSA Semester in Detroit
Semester in Detroit is accepting applications for its Fall 2019 Program. SID is an immersive experiences which helps students foster intentional, sustainable relationships with people, organizations, and communities in Detroit through participating in community-based internships, taking Detroit-based classes, and living in the city.
Rolling deadline, Apply now!
Flint Urban Safety Corps
Flint's Urban Safety Corps is seeking full-time Americorps members. This program aims to implement lasting positive change in neighborhood safety by using crime prevention and community building strategies. Position details can be found
here.
Send resume & cover letter to Kiana Wahonya (Program Director), 810-875-7840,
kwahonya@flintsafetycorps.com.
Americorps VISTA - CITY of Flint Program - Community Recovery Liaison
Members will utilize the Master Plan to develop strategies and activities to carry out the community vision. Broadly, member tasks might involve: Develop a list of all community groups operating in the assigned neighborhood; Collaborate with Chief Recovery Officer to design and develop long term water recovery programs; Meet with community and neighborhood groups to build relationships and to identify needs regarding water recovery; Develop social media profile for water recovery updates and announcements; Aid in the dissemination of water recovery information to community groups; Organize and recruit volunteers for local community recovery events; Make connections with civic leaders and business leaders to identify opportunity for collaboration; Identify "champions" in the neighborhood, active residents and leaders to rely on for regular support; Review the Imagine Flint Master Plan and Blight Elimination Framework; Research best practices. Deadline is open until 4/29.
Apply here!
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Funding Opportunities
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
The
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
at Stanford aims to prepare a new generation of global leaders with a deep academic foundation and the skills to develop creative solutions and effect positive change in the world.
Each year a group of 100 high-achieving students with demonstrated leadership and civic commitment, from a wide array of backgrounds and nationalities, will receive full funding for up to three years of graduate education at Stanford and participate in a variety of supplementary programs to develop their future leadership skills.
Who Should be Interested:
Juniors, seniors, recent alums or current graduate students planning to apply to a Stanford graduate program in the future. All citizens are welcome to apply.
Deadline:
The KHSP application deadline will be in September.
Fulbright: Information Sessions
The Institute of International Education (IIE), on behalf of the U.S. State Department, administers the Fulbright U.S. Student Program,
which makes fellowships available to approximately 1,900 U.S. students annually to study, conduct research, teach English, or train in the creative arts in more than 140 countries worldwide. This competition is administered on campus by the International Institute.
Application Deadline:
August 30, 2019
CRCC Asia 2019 Inclusion Initiative Scholarship
CRCC Asia, an international internship program that places students in internships in China, Japan, Vietnam and the UK, has announced five scholarships as part of their 2019 Inclusion Initiative to help students achieve internships abroad.
Learn more and apply.
CEW+: Student Emergency Fund
CEW+ workS to break down barriers and increase access through funding. For U-M students, staff, faculty, and surrounding community, they offer opportunities for scholarships, emergency grants, sponsorships, fellowships, and more for a range of situations and life circumstances.
Learn more.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Connect to Community Portal
When trying to find community service opportunities, don't forget about the Ginsberg Center's Connect to Community portal. The Connect to Community website provides students with an easy platform to search hundreds of ways to get involved within Washtenaw County. The Ginsberg Center empowers students by connecting them with engagement opportunities in
the community, along with the support of faculty. Check out the listings, join us, and engage with your community.
Learn more.
Collegiate
Recovery Program (CRP)
CRP provides holistic, tailored support to Michigan students who are in recovery from alcohol or other drug problems. Benefits include connections with other recovering student, involvement fun + sober events, service opportunities, academic wellness support, an exclusive safe lounge to relax + recharge, and opportunities to debunk myths and
stereotypes
about addiction and recovery. If you are a student in recovery or are curious about recovery, learn more here!
Latinidad Magazine is a platform for Latinx artists and writers, many from the University of Michigan, to reclaim their voice and foster a more accurate representation of the Latinx community. Check out the first issue of the print/online magazine.
Learn more.
Mentality Magazine
is the first student-run publication educating the community about mental health on the University of Michigan campus. It openly discusses and prioritizes mental health through writing. Interested in submitting content,
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