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School of Social Work August 2021 Newsletter

We acknowledge that The University of Windsor sits on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations, comprised of the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomi. We respect the longstanding relationships with First Nations People in this place in the 100-mile Windsor-Essex Peninsula and the straits - les détroits of Detroit.
COVID-19 Updates
The University of Windsor announced on August 13th "that it will require all staff, faculty and students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Health Canada-approved vaccine beginning this fall". Please read more on the University of Windsor's statement by following this link UWindsor announces mandatory vaccinations for staff, faculty and students | Office of Public Affairs & Communications

A Pop-up vaccination clinic will be held on campus on Friday, September 10th from 10 am to 3pm. No health card is required. For further information, please visit the Return to Campus website

WHEN: Friday, September 10, 10am to 3pm (or while quantities last.)
WHO: 12+, 1st or 2nd doses. (*Children turning 12 in 2021 are also eligible.)
WHERE: Education Parking Lot at corner of University and California avenues. Parking is free and available in all University of Windsor parking lots.
The pop-up clinics are presented by Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) and the Erie Shores HealthCare and Essex-Windsor EMS Community Response and Stabilization Team (CRST). 

For more information on COVID-19 vaccinations, please visit Public Health Ontario's website and The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit's website
UWindsor Student Support Resources
The AQD is the central area for students to be able to get immediate answers relating to their academic concerns, problems and inquiries. Please follow this link: https://www.uwindsor.ca/fahss/online-advising/academicquestionsdatabase

Reach is an online peer support program offered by the Dean's office to support first and second year students. Please read more by following this link Reach | FAHSS – Student Services Hub (uwindsor.ca)

Thrive is a new program to re-orientate Upper-Year students. It has been developed by the Student Success and Leadership Centre. Read more on their website by following this link Thrive @ UWindsor | Student Success and Leadership Centre

School News
School of Social Work Program Fall Orientations will be held online. Please contact your program secretary for log in information.

Undergraduate Orientations

BSW - please e-mail bsw@uwindsor.ca
1st Year Students: Wednesday, September 8th, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
3rd Year Students: Wednesday, September 8th, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
4th Year Students: Friday, September 10th, 10:00 am to 12:30pm

Disability Studies - please e-mail disabilitystudies@uwindsor.ca
Wednesday, September 8th - 11am to 12pm

Graduate Orientations

MSW and MSW/JD - please e-mail gradsw@uwindsor.ca
MSW: Friday, September 3rd,8:30 am to 12:30pm
MSW/JD: Friday, September 3rd, 8:30 am to 1:30pm

PhD - please e-mail gradsw@uwindsor.ca
Friday, September 10th - 1-3:30pm
Student News
Amy Alberton

Congratulations to Dr. Amy Alberton, PhD 2021 graduate of the School of Social Work! Dr. Alberton has recently accepted a tenure-track Assistant Professor position at Wichita State University’s School of Social Work in Wichita, Kansas. Amy graduated with her MSW degree obtained through the MSW for Working Professionals Program in 2016 before pursuing her PhD degree.
 
During her time as a student, Amy served as a student representative on the Renewal, Tenure, and Promotion Committee in the School of Social Work from Fall 2017-Fall 2020. We wish Amy the very best in her future endeavours and career in academia. 
Peter Garpan

Understanding Self-care is more important:

Did you know that self-care is essential in our personal, family, and professional lives? My name is Peter Garpan, and I am a fourth-year student who is enrolled in the Windsor of University’s Social Work program. Some years ago, I did not know what self-care was, let alone how is important it is; however, today, I understand that self-care is essential in every minute, hour, day, month, and year to come. I first learned about self-care from Dr. Connie Kvarfordt and Ms. Katka Hrncic-Lipovic in the School of Social Work. This was an important learning experience and the knowledge I learned is vital and will serve me in both my personal and professional lives for years to come. 

Self-care is not only about one’s individual life; it is also for all students, professors, faculty staff, and our families. A few weeks ago, I bought a copy of The A-to-Z Self-Care Handbook for Social Workers and other Helping Professionals. This book outlines many things that I must utilize personally and professionally. In a short time, I learned more than I expected.

I learned about physical care, which includes being healthy, eating frequently, and taking time off when I am sick, as well as getting medical care when needed and going for check-ups when needed. I also learned about psychological self-care. This requires that I read, reflect on my everyday life, and take walks in nature. I also need to set aside time for these activities weekly and for years to come. The book also outlines the importance of social care. This refers to staying connected with family members, friends, and neighbors. All these social activities are important in our everyday busy social and self-care. This book has helped me, but it is meant for everyone, not just social work professionals and students.

Thus, I recommend this informative and instructive book for every student to buy, read, and continually revisit because it can help improve their future selves, both personally and professional. 
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