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A Note from the
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Greetings, CASC'ers!
We are returning to classes this week after a peaceful vigil in the Diag that turned into a very intense campus scare. On Saturday, many of us joined together in solidarity with our Muslim peers and to honor the lives lost in the New Zealand tragedy last Friday. Courageously, we showed up together by living out our values and taking a stance that Muslim lives matter. People have the right to practice their faith without intimidation, discrimination, or being the target of hate crimes. It is in appreciating difference that we gain a larger perspective about the world around us. Islamophobia is a very real social issue and we want Muslim students, and all students, to know that you belong. We are glad you are here.
If you need emotional or mental health support this week, you can contact
CAPS
, the university's counseling and psychological services at 734-764-8312.
If you experience a bias incident on campus, know that reports can be submitted anonymously and non-anonymously online and by phone,
here.
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COMMUNITY ORGANIZING LECTURE AND WORKSHOP w/ NIKKITA OLIVER
Community Participation in Policy and Politics
Thursday, March 21st | 12:00PM - 1:30PM
Educational Conference Center, lunch provided
Political Grassroots Organizing and Social Action
Friday March 22nd | 9AM - 12PM
Educational Conference Center, breakfast provided
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If you're looking to be inspired while learning ways to improve your community organizing skikks, you don't want to miss this! RSVP,
here!
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CASC SOCIAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP FUND
Check out the story of the 2018
CASC Social Justice Internship Fund recipient,
To find more info and apply, see application, here!
Wishing you a great week!
-CASC Staff
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CASC Minor Advising
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
The partnership between CASC and Poverty Solutions, a university-wide interdisciplinary initiative, allows students to engage in curricular and co-curricular opportunities promoting action-based strategies related to poverty prevention and alleviation. Participating students will be able to both attend and participate in Poverty Solutions engagement events, research projects, and volunteer opportunities. Six of your CASC credits will focus on structural inequality and social action related to socioeconomic status. The six credit hours will be counted toward the total sixteen credits required to complete the minor program. In order to enroll in the certificate program, students must declare CASC minor and fulfill all of the minor's requirement. If you are not a declared minor student, complete the
CASC Minor declaration form
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and express your interest in the certificate program.
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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
CASC Student Boards
Learn more about your student leaders on the Advisory and Outreach board
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 Info Session
Interested in learning more about the Community Action and Social Change minor? Join an info session to learn more about the CASC community, requirements for the minor, course offerings, the MSW preferred admissions program, and other opportunities to get involved in programs and events. Each session is held in the School of Social Work Building, Room 3661 (on the 3rd floor).
Wednesday, April 10, 12-1:00 PM
RSVP
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Campus News & Events
African Women Film Series
The University of Michigan's CEW+, Department of Afroamerican and African Studies, and African Studies Center are pleased to present L'Arbre sans Fruit (Fruitless Tree) by Aïcha El Hadj Macky.
Register here.
Where: Michigan Theatre
When: March 19th, 6pm-8pm
Arab Heritage Month: Silenced Experiences & Mental Health in the Middle East
This event is a part of Arab Heritage Month which is celebrated mid-February to mid-April.
Where: School of Education, Tribute Room (1322)
When: March 20th, 5pm-7pm
For a full list of events, please visit MESA's website: here.
Organizing 101: Community Action and Criminal Justice
U-M students are working with Washtenaw County community members on criminal justice issues in Michigan.
Where: East Quad, Room B856
When: March 23rd, 10am-2pm
Attend their training and learn how to get involved! Sign up
Innovation in Action
Five U-M student interdisciplinary teams will pitch on stage for the chance to win in the Innovation in Action: Solutions to Real-World Challenges competition.From finding ways to reduce food waste on campus to designing and 3D printing prosthetic limbs,
this cohort
is tackling huge challenges and aims to impress. This event will take place in the Kahn Auditorium at BSRB and a reception will follow in the atrium to celebrate all Innovation in Action participants.
Student Community of Progressive Empowerment presents
'Here to Stay: Undocumented Students at U-M'
Spend time with peers learning about the experiences of undocumented students and what it means to be an ally on campus!
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Jobs and Internships
Office of Field Instruction Work-study
The OFI is looking for three students to assist with daily operations, front desk duties, etc. in the office. Any interested students please contact Daniel Fischer at
dfischer@umich.edu.
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!
Congressional Black Caucus Internships
CBCF's internship programs prepare college students and young professionals to become principled leaders
, skilled policy analysts, a
nd informed advocates by exposing them to the processes that develop national policies and implement them - from Capitol Hill to federal field offices. Deadlines to apply range between March 29 - 31, 2019.
Learn more here!
U of M First Year Experience Program (FYE)
Change it Up! is looking for students to facilitate a 90-minute workshop that introduces first-year and transfer students to bystander intervention skills for the purpose of building inclusive and respectful communities. During the Fall 2019 semester Change it Up! will host over 50 workshops with audiences of approximately 100 students, each facilitated by two student facilitators in collaboration with the University of Michigan Educational Theater Company (UMetc). For more information please review the
are due March 25th. Please email
changeitup@umich.edu
if you have any questions.
Archival Research - Graduate or Advanced Undergraduate Student
The Ella Sharp Museum / Cell Block 7 in Jackson, Michigan seeks a graduate student or advanced undergraduate student in History, Information Science / Archives, or Museum Studies to fill a key role in a project titled "Uncovering Jackson's Prison History." This project will identify, collect, and analyze oral and written evidence of Jackson's prison history.
Census Jobs
Join the 2020 Census worker ranks! There are lots of jobs available, over 34,000 in the state of Michigan alone! The pay is $16 to $19/hour, full-time and part-time jobs are available. Requirements are US citizenship and 18 years or older. If you are interested, you can find out more
here.
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Funding Opportunities
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.
Information sessions will be held on March 12, 20 & 27.
Learn more here!
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
47th Annual Dance for Mother Earth Powwow
Volunteer applications are now available to support this year's Annual Dance for Mother Earth Powwow, March 30 & 31, 2019. The event is hosted by
U-M NASA, U-M OAMI, and EMU NASO.
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.
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,
Interested in Volunteering with Children?
MSPAN is currently looking for volunteers to help assist with HomeFront Strong's Children's Program. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work one-on-one and in small groups with children from military families. The groups help children build resiliency through developmentally appropriate activities that are fun and engaging. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working with children in a group format, military families, and the principles to foster resilience.
Time Commitment Requested: 4-8 hours per week. Evening work is required. Transportation and meal is provided for all volunteers
Qualifications of Student:
Volunteers must be reliable, organized, and have an interest in working with children.
Prior experience working with children is strongly preferred. Individual interviews with Child Team Coordinator and in-person training will be required.
Interested applicants, please send an updated resume and a brief description of your interest to
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