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A Note from the
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Greetings CASC'ers,
We are only 6 days away from
Giving Blueday at the University of Michigan. All the money donated to the CASC Minor will go toward our Social Justice Internship Fund. Checkout the video below to learn how CASC'ers benefited from the funds at their social justice related internships this past summer.
Additionally, CASC will be hosting a pizza party on Giving Blueday. All proceeds will go toward our Social Internship Fund also. Fore more information checkout the CASC News section below.
Lastly, the CASC Office will close today at noon due to the holiday break and resume normal hours of operation on Monday, November 26. That means Drop-In Advising hours will be canceled today.
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.
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, read below or contact the Office of Student Services at (734) 936-0961 to schedule a phone or in-person appointment.
Preferred Admissions. Additionally,
Prospective applicants are required to complete an info form, prior to submitting a preferred admissions application.
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CASC Classes
Review classes that count toward the minor on the
CASC Course Guide
. Looking for undergraduate course offerings in
Winter 2019? Visit the
Community Action in Contemporary London
Explore theories of empowerment and multiculturalism and how they can be used to understand family community well-being. Engage in field study of NGOs and community group that are working for positive change. Through this interactive process, students will learn about the diversity and cultural contributions of various communities within London.
**Info session**
When: Tuesday, December 4, 5:30PM
Where: 1449 Mason Hall
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 (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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News
CASC Info Session
Interested in learning more about the CASC? Come to this info session to learn more about the CASC community, what CASC is and what it can offer you in your undergraduate program, the types of courses you'll take, and the available opportunities for CASC students after graduation!
RSVP.
When: Wednesday, Nov 21, 12-1PM
Where: RM 3661, SSWB
Giving Blueday Pizza Party
In the spirit of giving, come enjoy some delicious pizza, build community, and celebrate another year of giving toward the things you are passionate about.
When: Tuesday, November 27, 12-1PM
Where: McGregor Commons, SSWB
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
Native American Heritage Month
Each year, the office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) hono
rs the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors had lived in North America for hundreds of years. MESA and the Native American Student Association (NASA) have collaborated with campus partners to bring an exciting range of events that celebrate Native American culture with the University of Michigan campus community. Check out the
full list of events.
Peer Led Teach In
The Office of Mult-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) is now offering peer lead teach ins. The teach ins available focus on anti-racism or coalition building.
Learn more and apply.
The University of Michigan Sexual Assault Prevention & Awareness Center (SAPAC) is loo king for new volunteers to facilitate and evaluate workshops for their Raise the Bar program, which is designed to decrease the incidences of sexual and gender-based violence among University students within the Ann Arbor community, by providing tailored two-hour interactive workshops to bar staff on the subjects of sexual misconduct and bystander intervention. Learn more.
Global Scholars Program (GSP)
GSP is an interdisciplinary academic living learning community that brings together international and U.S. sophomores, juniors, and seniors to engage in social justice education on a global level. Students of all academic concentrations, backgrounds, and levels of intercultural experience are encouraged to apply. Deadline is December 7. Learn more and apply.
**Info sessions**
When: Tuesday, November 27, 6-7PM
Where: RM 2175, North Quad
Michigan Refugee Assistance Program (MRAP) Speaker Series
Join MRAP and the Muslim Student Association for a discussion with Dr. Azeem Ibrahim, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Policy, for a discussion of his book, "The Rohingyas: Inside Myanmar's Hidden Genocide."
When: Thursday, November 29, 6-7PM
Where: Betty Ford Room, Ford School
World AIDS Day and Awards
More than 36.7 million individuals are living with HIV worldwide, including 1.1 million in the US and 16,218 in Michigan. Join the Michigan Social Work Research Office and the Michigan HIV/AIDS Council.
When: Monday, December 3, 9-1PM
Where: 1840 ECC SSWB
U-M Prison Creative Arts Project (PCAP) Art Auction
PCAP invites you to an art auction that will help finance
The 24th Annual Exhibition of Art by Michigan Prisoners. The auction will feature donated artwork by incarcerated artists, PCAP curators, University of Michigan faculty and community artists. Admission is free.
When: Saturday, December 8, 6:30-9PM
Where: Hussey Room, Michigan League
James Boggs at 100: A Legacy and Lineage of Radical Social Change in Detroit
To mark what would be James Boggs 100th birthday, the the James and Grace Lee Boggs Center in Detroit revisits his writings and activism, exploring the ways his and Grace's efforts to bring about revolutionary change continue through a powerful lineage of thought and activism in contemporary community work in Detroit.
Learn more.
When: Monday, February 18, 7-8PM
Where: Literari Book Store, 124 E. Washington, Ann Arbor
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Jobs and Internships
Program Assistants: English Language Institute (ELI)
The English Language Institute is looking for undergraduate students for paid consulting positions in a GSI teacher preparation course during the Winter 2019 semester for students who speak English as an additional language. Undergraduate consultants participate in practice office hours and teaching sessions, as they would for a regular class and give feedback to prospective GSIs on the quality of their instruction.
Learn more and apply.
Hands of Hope Internship
Hands of Hope is Casa de Esperanza's internship program which recruits recent college graduates and other highly qualified young adults, from throughout the United States. These interns have a desire to help abused, neglected and HIV positive children through work with their agency. Learn more and apply.
Semester in Detroit
The Semester in Detroit mission is to engage U-M undergraduates in substantive, sustained and reciprocal relationships with the people and communities of the City of Detroit. Combining a semester-long residence in the city with rigorous academic study and a
com
prehensive community-based internship, SiD students become deeply involved in - and committed to - the life, challenges, and promise of this important American city.
Development Summer Internship Program (D-SIP)
D-SIP) provides you with a 12-week engaging summer experience comprised of a meaningful work project in philanthropy, academic coursework, and valuable professional development experiences. Through these 3 components, you will build a professional network of colleagues and establish lasting friendships with a cohort of interns hailing from a variety of schools and colleges on the U-M campuses. Deadline is January 19.
**Info Session**
When: Wednesday, December 5, 7PM
Where: Kalamazoo Room, Michigan League
UM Summer Enrichment Program (SEP)
SEP is an 8-week summer internship program for undergraduate students committed to eliminating racial, ethnic and socioeconomic health disparities. SEP has been placing students in health care organizations in Southeast Michigan.
Deadline is January 25.
Learn more and apply.
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Funding Opportunities
The Detroit Community Based Research Program (DCBRP)
The DCBRP is a social justice focused summer fellowship program run through the University of Michigan Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program that places students with community based organizations in full-time research positions. Students work with community organizations on projects addressing social and environmental justice, food insecurity, human rights, public health, youth development, and more!
Deadline is December 4.
Learn more and apply.
Foreign Language and and Area Studies Fellowship (FLAS)
FLAS Fellowships provide 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 in the U.S. or abroad. Deadline is January 15. Learn more and apply.
Fullbright UK Summer Institutes
UK Summer Institutes are three-to-four week programs for US undergraduate students. Participants can explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK while experiencing higher education at a UK university.
Deadline is February 6.
Learn more and apply.
International Institute Student Fellowships (IISF)
I
SSF
are designed to support University of Michigan students, regardless of citizenship, who are enrolled in a degree program and wish to participate in internships or conduct research abroad. Deadline is February 15. Learn more and apply.
Luce Scholars Program 2019-2020
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. Deadline is January 30. Learn more and apply.
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