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The Office of Global Activities extends a warm congratulations to all Summer 2023 MSW graduates who celebrated commencement this past weekend. We wish you all the best as you launch your social work career! | |
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An Introduction to the English Language Institute (ELI) for Graduate and Professional Students
Date: August 7, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Brief Description: Anna Eddy from the U-M English Language Institute (ELI) invites you to a Zoom conversation to learn about ELI courses and other resources to support graduate students who speak English as an additional language. ELI offers small, interactive academic English courses (free to full-time students) to support you through all stages of your academic career. In addition, the ELI also offers one-on-one speaking and writing support, opportunities for informal language practice, and one-time workshops to help you communicate effectively and excel in your coursework and research.
Click here for more information and to register.
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IIE Workshop: Finalizing your Fulbright Application
Date: August 23, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Brief Description: The Institute of International Education (IIE), on behalf of the U.S. State Department, administers the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which offers research, study, and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. This competition is administered on campus by the International Institute (II). In this workshop, U-M Fulbright Program Advisors will review the online application and detail final steps for submitting an application by the U-M campus deadline on August 27. Attendees should start an online application before the workshop.
Click here for more information and to register.
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Linguistic Cultural Sensitivity for Working with Russian-Speaking Clients
Date: August 25, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Brief Description: In partnership with the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center, Elena Lewis and Olivia Lewis will present a webinar on the linguistic and cultural implications of working with Russian-speaking clients. The presentation will include suggestions for working with clients affected by the trauma of the war, as well as how Russian culture and experiences inform how they receive mental health information and therapy. This is a free hour-long webinar that is suggested for practitioners, volunteers, and others working on an individual level with this population.
Click here for more information and to register.
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International Human Trafficking and Social Justice Conference
Date: September 20-23, 2023
Brief Description: The University of Toledo Human Trafficking & Social Justice Institute invites you to virtually connect with a growing community of global anti-trafficking advocates committed to social justice. This year will be their largest conference to date with 115+ live and on-demand webinars to re-watch & access for up to three weeks after the conference. The virtual 3-day conference will not only include the latest information from experts in the field of human trafficking and social justice, but will also feature virtual vendors booths, art exhibits, networking opportunities, and giveaways!
Click here for more information and to register.
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Fulbright Application Deadline: August 27
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study, and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. This competition is administered on campus by the International Institute. Enrolled students must apply through U-M and provide proof of a campus interview and endorsement as part of their application. Recent alumni (within the past 3 years) may also apply through U-M. For more information or to schedule an appointment with an advisor, click here.
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U-M Peace Corps Office: Multiple Positions Available
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Brief Description: Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: The U-M Peace Corps Office, located in the International Center, has multiple open positions starting in Fall 2023! These positions are open to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who are incoming or continuing U-M graduate students. For the Peace Corps Prep Certificate peer advisor position, graduate students who've completed Peace Corps Prep certificates as undergraduates are also welcome to apply. Positions will be open until filled.
Please contact the International Center at icenter@umich.edu with any questions.
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Refugee Employment Case Manager, Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County is hiring a Refugee Employment Case Manager. The successful candidate will provide case management services inclusding assessment, testing, counseling, and follow up with clients. This role involves networking with employers and other community agencies, facilitating group instruction and workshops, and working to remove barriers to clients obtaining and retaining employment. Click here to learn more and apply.
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International Student Assistant, U-M SSW Office of Global Activities
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: The School of Social Work Office of Global Activities is accepting applications from current MSW students to fill an open student staff position. The successful candidate will have an interest in programming and office work related to international student issues. Duties include coordinating and implementing International Student Coffee Hour-related programming, coordinating the Global Partners Program, and other office-based activities that support current MSW international students. Click here to learn more and apply.
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Multiple Positions Available: Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service has offered welcome and hope to refugees in the United States. They have several job openings available. These include:
For a full list of the available positions, click here to access their job postings page.
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Multiple Positions Available: International Rescue Committee
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises to help to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. They have several job openings available. These include:
For a full list of the available positions, click here to access their job postings page.
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CDC Yellow Book 2024
The CDC Yellow Book is a source of the U.S. Government’s recommendations on travel medicine and has been a trusted resource among the travel medicine community for over 50 years.
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To find previous OGA Newsletter volumes, click the OGA Newsletter Archive.
Email ssw.oga@umich.edu if you have any questions.
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