Día de los Muertos (November 1-2)
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Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a two-day holiday that reunites the living and dead. While the holiday originated in Mexico, it is celebrated all across Latin America and the Latin American diaspora. Families create ofrendas (offerings) to honor their departed family members that have passed. These altars are decorated with bright yellow marigold flowers, photos of the departed, and the favorite foods and drinks of the one being honored. The offerings are believed to encourage visits from the land of the dead as the departed souls hear their prayers, smell their foods, and join in the celebrations! Click here to learn more about Día de los Muertos. | |
Spotlight: Clinton Global Initiative University Information Session
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Clinton Global Initiative University Information Session
Thursday, November 3, 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
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Clinton Global Initiative University provides the opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students nationwide to take an idea for a global social impact project and move it to action.
This program connects participants to mentorship, resources, funding streams, and networks of experts to build leadership capacity and bring social impact ideas into reality.
The application period for the 2023 cohort of CGI U is open now through December 16.
Join us for an information session with Dr. Ashley Cureton, a current SSW faculty member and former CGI University participant, to learn more about this unique global leadership opportunity. The session will include time for Q&A.
This event will be held in person. A recording will be available for those who cannot attend live.
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I Stand With Immigrants: Day of Action (Click here to learn more)
Date: Wednesday, November 2, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET
Brief Description: SCOPE (Student Community of Progressive Empowerment), a student organization that centers undocumented students and immigration issues on campus, invites you to the annual I Stand with Immigrants: Day of Action. This is a fun and interactive event where they invite folks across campus to honor and celebrate immigrants in the US. They will be be joining more than 100 campuses across the country to stand with all immigrants and to call on Congress to protect Dreamers by passing a legislative solution this year. Stop by their interactive display at the Undergraduate Library in the Shapiro Lobby to share a personal narrative as to why you stand with immigrants. You can feel free to stay for as long as you’d like, whether that be an hour or a couple of minutes.
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Kaleidoscope: Point of View: Students of Color (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Wednesday, November 2, 6:00 - 7:30 PM ET
Brief Description: Kaleidoscope conversations provide an opportunity for students to come together for a conversation with their peers and get the chance to dive beneath the surface, lean into vulnerability, and to explore the struggles and stories that make up their lives. In these conversations, students will explore how the identities they hold shape their experience of the world and their understanding of social issues. This conversation will center on the experiences of students of color as they navigate college at predominantly white institutions, and the impact these environments have on their academics, mental and emotional health, and overall wellbeing. Dinner will be provided.
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Native American & Indigenous Studies: Contemporary Conversations
Date: Thursday, November 3, 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
Brief Description: The Native American Studies Program is pleased to showcase the work of its affiliated faculty in an ongoing series of conversations. Join them for lightening talks on the range of research pursued by faculty, featuring the work of: Dimitri Brown, History and Society of Fellows, Sherina Feliciano-Santos, Department of Anthropology, and Susan Najita, English and American Culture. Lunch will be provided. RSVP to nas-director@umich.edu by November 1.
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OGA International Coffee Hour (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Thursday, November 3, 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
Brief Description: OGA hosts a bi-weekly coffee hour for all international students and visitors in the School of Social Work. In this coffee hour, we will be joined by Michelle Woods, the Director of Career Services at the School of Social Work. She will discuss topics like licensure requirements and job search techniques for international students, and she will be available for a Q&A after her presentation. Milk tea will be served at this Coffee Hour.
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Trans Passport Day (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Friday, November 4, 12:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Brief Description: The School of Social Work Office of Global Activities, U-M Spectrum Center, and U-M Center for Global and Intercultural Study are collaborating to host Trans Passport Day! The Washtenaw County Clerk's office will assist students and community members to apply for, renew, or update their passport in the form of a name change or an updated gender marker. This event is also open to students and community members who need to renew or apply for a first time passport, without needing to update a gender marker or make a name change. More information about the event and passport fees - which must be made on the day of the event - can be found on the RSVP form. Financial support may be available for students applying for a passport who are requesting name or gender maker change. Please send a message to ssw.oga@umich.edu to request more information.
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Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship Kick-Off (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Tuesday, November 8, 5:30 - 6:30 PM ET
Brief Description: 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. At its Kick-Off Event, the U-M International Institute look forward to showing students how they can get paid just for learning a critical language! Also joining the event will be previous recipients of this award, who can share their experiences. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
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Have Funding - Will Travel (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Thursday, November 10, 5:00 - 7:00 PM ET
Brief Description: The U-M International Institute is organizing a funding opportunity expo for all U-M students to explore a variety of fellowships, scholarships, and grants for their international experience. Offices from across U-M will be showcasing a multitude of funding opportunities available to students and alumni eager to study, intern, research, and work abroad. This is a chance to consider the best ways to afford an international education experience, right before International Education Week. The expo will include presentations, one-on-one advising, Q&As and more.
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UM Global Photo Showcase Contest (Click here to RSVP)
Date: Monday, November 14, 5:30 - 7:00 PM ET
Brief Description: Join various U-M International Education units at the 2022 Global Photo Showcase, featuring student photography from all over the world! Vote for your favorite photos and enter raffles to win U-M prizes. Chat with study abroad returnees, international students, and international education professionals. Enjoy food and music from around the globe and learn about upcoming international opportunities! This event is organized by the Center for Global & Intercultural Study, Global Engagement - Office of the Provost, the International Institute, International Programs in Engineering, Ross Global Initiatives, School of Nursing - Office of Global Affairs, and the International Center.
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The Dance for Mother Earth Powwow Exhibit (Click here to learn more)
Date: Running until November 30
Brief Description: This exhibit features various aspects of the Native North American powwow. More specifically, it features the history and culture behind Ann Arbor’s "Dance for Mother Earth Powwow," which is approaching its much-anticipated 50th celebration. The Dance for Mother Earth Powwow is a multi-decade, intertribal celebration of Indigenous cultures. Stop by to learn more about The Dance for Mother Earth Powwow, modern Indigenous culture, and resources to connect to today on campus. The exhibit is on display at the Hatcher Library North Lobby.
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Congratulations Dr. Rogério Pinto on Being Awarded the University Diversity and Social Transformation Professorship faculty award!
Dr. Pinto has been awarded the University Diversity and Social Transformation Professorship faculty award. Dr. Pinto has made outstanding contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through his scholarship, teaching, and service. His community-engaged research, funded primarily by the National Institutes of Health, focuses on the impact of interprofessional collaboration on the delivery of evidence-based services to minority racial, ethnic, and sexual groups in the US and Brazil. Dr. Pinto has also made critical contributions to shaping the field of HIV prevention research.
Dr. Pinto was a member of the School of Social Work’s diversity, equity, and inclusion committee in 2015-16. He is serving 2 terms as the School’s Associate Dean for Research and Innovation. For the past 5 years, Dr. Pinto has co-chaired SSW’s Faculty Allies for Diversity Committee, which focuses on advancing minority students.
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U-M Graduates Now Eligible for "High Potential Individual" (HPI) UK Visa
U-M graduates are now eligible for a United Kingdom (UK) work visa, the High Potential Individual (HPI) visa. This visa aims to recruit skilled young workers from top universities across the world to elevate Britain’s workforce.
The HPI visa policy states that any person who graduated from a list of top eligible universities within the past five years is able to receive this visa to reside in the UK for two years. Those with doctoral qualifications are eligible to reside for three years.
A job offer in the UK is not required to apply for the visa and those applying for the visa are allowed to bring dependents along with them. For more information about the HPI visa, visit the UK Government's website here and read this Michigan Daily article.
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Position Available: U-M University Career Center (UCC) and International Center (IC) Career Coach for International Students
Application Deadline: Friday, November 4
Brief Description: The Career Coach for International Students is a position based in the UCC and works in partnership with the IC. The position focuses on the unique career needs of international students through career counseling/coaching, workshop/presentation facilitation, and collaboration with the IC to ensure impactful programming and up-to-date resources. Click here to learn more and apply.
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Position Available: International Rescue Committee Economic Empowerment Manager - Denver, CO
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: The IRC in Denver assists newly arrived refugees and similar populations to foster the best possible initial resettlement experience, advance client self-sufficiency, and promote community integration. Using a trauma-informed, client-centered approach that empowers clients, the Economic Empowerment Manager guides a team that strives to assist clients in meeting their immediate needs for financial stability while ensuring that near-term demands do not overshadow longer-term economic wellbeing. Click here to learn more and apply.
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Position Available: International Rescue Committee Child Protection Training Officer - New York, NY
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: This position sits within the IRC headquarters Safety, Education, and Wellness program. The Training Officer’s primary responsibilities will focus on providing training and technical assistance to enhance the Child Protection programs within Intensive Case Management (ICM) program and various Unaccompanied Children’s activities funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This position serves to support the quality of Child Protection within ICM program delivery amongst IRC offices. Click here to learn more and apply.
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OGA Global Social Work Event Grant (Click here to learn more)
Application Deadline: See below for details
Brief Description: The OGA offers event grants to students who would like to propose and plan an event with a global theme. Two grants per semester are available in the fall and winter, and each grant is up to $125. Student events that have been proposed and funded in the past include showing a documentary with a global focus, hosting a discussion on a global topic, or organizing a panel of social workers who work (or have done work) abroad. Events are not limited to these categories and we encourage students to get creative and propose something new. The OGA Event Grants are given on a rolling basis. However, the full application must be received before the following deadlines and at least 14 days prior to the event date proposed.
- Fall semester events: the end of the first full week of November
- Winter semester events: the end of the second Friday in March
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U-M Sustainable Food Program Student Food Empowerment Fund (Click here to apply)
Next Application Deadlines: Tuesday, November 8 and Tuesday, December 13
Brief Description: The U-M Sustainable Food Program Student Food Empowerment Fund is now accepting applications. This fund is open to registered student organizations at U-M Ann Arbor and aims to bring communities closer to food sovereignty. There are two main funding options:
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Cultural Food Fund: For student organizations seeking to purchase cultural food for an event. Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) led student organizations hosting social justice related events are encouraged to apply. Applicants can request up to $600 of funding per event.
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Project Fund: For funding more extensive food sovereignty projects or obtaining support from UMSFP beyond finances (e.g. marketing, planning, project development, etc.). Applicants can request up to $1000 of funding per project.
If you have any questions, email avpai@umich.edu.
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OGA Global Independent Study Grant (Click here to learn more)
Application Deadline: January 15, 2023
Brief Description: A Global Independent Study (GIS) offers students the ability to design a global social work opportunity in a foreign country while earning 1-6 elective credits. Students from all pathways and curriculum tracks are eligible to apply, and grant recipients will receive up to $2,500 to help cover the cost of their experience. Projects are student-initiated and might include service learning, research, or other activities. Students must find a clinical-track or tenure-track faculty member to serve as the faculty instructor who will provide academic guidance as well as grade the course.
Click here for to view the recording of the GIS Information Session and here to access the GIS Advising Calendar. OGA staff will also be hosting drop-in advising sessions at the SSW Building, room 3668D from 12:00 - 2:00 PM on the following dates:
- Monday, November 14
- Wednesday, January 4
- Monday, January 9
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Email ssw.oga@umich.edu if you have any questions.
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