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Advising Team Updates
October 2022
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Hi MSW Students,
We are off and running! Whether this is your first semester, or you are wrapping up your programming – or somewhere in between – we hope that the semester is off to a good start!
Please see the October Advisor Update below for important (and hefty) time-sensitive information!
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Reminders from The Advising Team! | |
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Urgent Registration Notice
The last day to drop classes this semester to receive a refund and have no grade reported is TODAY 9/23 at 11:59.
The last day to drop classes to not receive a grade (but no refund will be given) is 10/18.
If you are in need of altering your programming, please reach out to your Advisor to discuss options and plans.
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If you are going into field placement in Fall 2023, you will be getting information regarding your field application from your Field Instructor/Field Office soon - Be on the lookout for it! | |
Fall Break Days are 10/24 and 10/25. You will NOT have class on those days. Please make sure you are in the know regarding class assignments/expectations, and how these break days will impact the course. | |
If you have class and/or Instructor concerns, we encourage you to connect with the Instructor first to problem solve. If you are not able to, and/or this does not result in resolution, please let your Advisor know. We want your experience in the program to be positive as possible, and we want to help in any way that we can! | | |
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Spring Registration Update
Registration for the Spring 2023 semester will begin (by appointment) on 10/31. You do NOT need to set up an appointment with your Advisor – you will be assigned (by the University) an “appointment date” which is when you can register. This will be listed in your student record – student.msu.edu Remember to check your course curriculum, as well as the “current courses” list for the correct sections. Be sure to register only for sections assigned to the program option that you are in.
Curriculums Link
Current Courses/Sections Link
Summer registration will open in the Spring. You will receive information as it gets closer.
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Certificate Information Sessions | |
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If you are planning to complete a certificate, you should be working on your application now. Remember – these are due on December 1st
If you have questions regarding certificate specifics, please reach out to the certificate coordinator. If you have questions regarding how a certificate will fit into your programming, please reach out to your Advisor. Please also connect with your Field Coordinator to ensure that your placement is matched with your certificate. Below are certificate information sessions.
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Upcoming Opportunities and Scholarships | |
Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice
DART trains professional organizers and community organizations how to work for social, economic and racial justice, including:
DART trains professional organizers and community organizations how to work for social, economic and racial justice, including:
- Holding police departments accountable
- Shutting down the school-to-prison pipeline
- Reining in predatory lenders
- Expanding access to primary health and dental care
- Prioritizing funding for affordable housing and job training
- Fighting for immigrants' rights
All MSU students and alumni welcome, particularly those graduating before May 2023.
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DART will hold a LIVE online info session on Wednesday, October 5 at 6pm ET to discuss careers in community organizing.
RSVP
www.thedartcenter.org/rsvp
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NASW Events
Our partners over at NASW have a calendar of events! They offer a host of networking and educational programs throughout the year, often free or heavily discounted for NASW members. Below are some NASW events. Please use the link below fo more details.
Link to NASW Calendar of Events
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All Voting Is Social Work!
Presentation by
Dr. Terry Mizrahi
Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Time: 3pm
Place: TBA
More Information coming Soon!
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Graduate Student Award for Science Communication and Outreach
Recognizing and honoring students for excellence in science communication and outreach during their years of graduate study.
Beginning this year, Michigan State University invites nominations for the Graduate Student Award for Science Communication and Outreach, conferred in recognition of the exemplary translation and communication of ideas, issues, findings, and advances in the sciences for the general public by a graduate or graduate professional student. For the purpose of this recognition, the sciences are inclusive of the natural and social sciences, medicine, and engineering.
For application and details about this award, eligibility and nomination guidelines, please visit:
https://engage.msu.edu/awards/graduate-student-award-for-science-communication-and-outreach
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Graduate Student Award for Community Engagement Scholarship
Recognizing and honoring students for exemplary community-engaged scholarship during their years of graduate study.
Michigan State University invites nominations for the Graduate Student Award for Community Engagement Scholarship, conferred upon up to four graduate or graduate professional students each year for outstanding community-engaged scholarship.
Nominations may be initiated by students, faculty, administrators, or community partners, and self-nominations are welcome.
For application and details about this award, eligibility and nomination guidelines, and past recipients, please visit:
https://engage.msu.edu/awards/graduate-student-award-for-community-engagement-scholarship
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Message from The Director of the School
The College of Social Science is developing a DEI strategic plan this year. A large part of the planning process is engagement with the community via a climate assessment (the first part of this process is a survey). We really want to have students involved so we ensure the planning process includes their voices and experiences! Please complete the survey using the link below to support the College’s efforts!
From Dr. Hughes (School of Social Work Director)
Link to Survey
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As we have mentioned, we are sad to be saying “goodbye” to Emily Halling as the Statewide Blended Advisor. But, the good news is that she will be staying with the School of Social Work – working with the BASW students as the Student Supports Coordinator! So, you will just have to stop by the 1st floor (instead of the 2nd) to say hi to her!
Her last day in the role of SB Advisor is October 6. After that date, please reach out to Kelly (fornwalt@msu.edu) if you have Advising needs.
If you know of anyone who is interested in working in Academia, and would be a good fit for Advising, please pass along the job posting! We are excited to welcome a new member to our team soon!
Link to Job Posting
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We hope for a great Fall semester for everyone! Go Green!
The Graduate Office Advising Team (Emily, Jen, Raul and Kelly)
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