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A Note from the  CAS C Staff: 
Greetings CASC'ers,


Don't forget Poverty Solutions representatives will stop by our drop in hours today, December 12 from 12-1PM. Join to learn more about the certificate program and how you can enroll. 





Participate in the current CASC Volunteer Program by donating materials toward the  TELLING IT Supply Drive . For a list of current supplies in demand and more information about the program check out the CASC News section below. 
 
In support,

CASC Staff

CASC Minor Advising
Drop In Hours: Wednesdays, 1-4PM in SSWB 3640
If you need advising, please schedule an appointment by clicking below. 


Drop In with Poverty Solutions 
The Poverty Solutions Certificate Program will be a part of CASC's drop in advising hours on Wednesday, December 12 from 12-1PM. Make sure to stop by if you are interested in learning more about the enrollment process, declaration of the certificate or general questions.


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. 
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. 

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   cascminor@umich.edu .

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.
CAS C News    
Give CASC Feedback
We would love to hear from you about your CASC experience. Please fill this form to give your input.  

CASC Volunteer Program: TELLING IT Supplies Drive
TELLING IT is a trauma informed resiliency building community based program that supports the healing and learning needs of underserved school age youth using best practices from social work and education filtered though the expressive arts so they can lead safe, healthy and fulfilling lives. Donations will be collected weekly at the School of Social Work. 

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 cascminor@umich.edu with questions. We're looking forward to reading your story! To participate  fill out this form
Campus News & Events
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

U-M Prison Creative Arts Project (PCAP) Secular Wingding 
Join PCAP in celebrating the past semester by hearing from speaker Heather Ann Thompson, answering questions about getting involved, and playing games. RSVP.
When: Wednesday, December 12, 6-8PM
Where: 1405 East Quad

Undoing Racism Workshops 
The School of Social Work will be holding several opportunities for students to attend workshops to  dismantle structures of racism on campus and in our society. The training is based on the premise that racism has been systematically constructed and that it can be undone when people understand where it comes from, how it functions, why it is perpetuated, and what can be done to dismantle it. RSVP..
When: Wednesday, December 12 + Thursday, December 13, 9-5PM
Where: Educational Conference Center 

Healthy Minds: Addressing Mental Health and Help-Seeking Behavior in College Student Populations
This presentation, by Dan Eisenberg, will provide an overview of survey data and intervention research by the Healthy Minds Network, a large-scale research initiative to improve understanding of mental health and help-seeking in adolescent and young adult populations, particularly college students. RSVP.
When: Thursday, December 14, 1-2:30 PM
Where: Colloquium 5th Floor, Ross School of Business 

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 2019 Symposium Keynote 
Throughout the entire month of January, the MLK Symposium provides the community with over 40 opportunities to participate in lectures, live performances, exhibits, workshops and community service projects sponsored by academic and non-academic units, student and staff organizations and community groups. This year's keynote features two speakers, Tim Wise, author and scholar, and Julia Putnam, Detroit principal and writer. Learn more.
When: Saturday, January 19, 10-11:30 AM 
Where: Hill Auditoriu

Cultural Racism and American Social Structure
In the 2019 Winter semester, RacismLab and the University of Michigan Survey Research Center are bringing a series of interdisciplinary speakers on several dimensions of racism in American society. 
**First Session**
When: Wednesday, January 23, 9-10:30 AM 
Where: Institute for Social Research 

Creating Change Conference 
The National LGBTQ Task Force sponsors and organizes the Creating Change Conference, the foremost political, leadership and skills-building conference for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. Creating Change is the space to learn, connect, and persist in the fight for full freedom, justice and equality for LGBTQ people. Learn more. 
When: Wednesday, January 23 - Sunday, January 27  
Where: Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Cente

Juliana Huxtable: Live Performance 
The University of Michigan School of Social Work is pleased to present Juliana Huxtable live in performance for the 2019 Martin Luther King Symposium. Huxtable is a NYC-based artist, DJ and poet whose work probes the perception and presentation of identity, history and online communities. FREE. First come, first enter. Learn more.
When: Wednesday, February 6, 2018 4:30PM
Where: Lydia Mendelssohn T heather  

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 
Jobs and Internships
Students Helping Honduras (SHH): Teaching Opportunity
SHH  mission as an organization is to alleviate extreme poverty and violence in Honduras through education and youth empowerment.  If you're looking to live abroad to make an impact on the lives of at-risk youth  look no further. SHH is looking for native English speakers with a bachelor's  degree to teach English for 12 months. Learn more and apply

America Reads Tutoring Crops 
America Reads is committed to meeting the challenge to have all children reading well and independently by the end of third grade. Their mission is to: e nhance kids' literacy skills,p rovide greater access to books to develop a home library and o
ffer opportunities for kids to read and develop a relationship with a caring young adult.They are current looking for tutors for the Winter 2019 semester. Learn more and apply. 

Program Assistants: English Language Institute (ELI) 
The English Language Institute is looking for u
ndergraduate 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. 

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.
Spring/Summer term deadline is January 9, 2019 . Learn more and apply

Avodah's Jewish Service Corps 
Avodah's Jewish Service Corps is a year long program for individuals ages 21-26 to build a lifetime of leadership skills, an active Jewish community, a powerful professional network, and a more just America. Spend a year serving for justice at a leading anti-poverty organization whiling living and learning at the crossroads of justice and Jewish life.
Deadline is January 16Learn more and apply. 

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.

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.
Funding Opportunities 
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.

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.

TEDxUofM: Award for Innovation 
Every year, TEDxUofM awards an annual prize of $1000 to an individual or group in the University of Michigan community. The TEDxUofM Award for Innovation celebrates putting imaginative and ingenious ideas into impactful action. Application opens December 10. Deadline is January 18.  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
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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