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In This Issue: Careers in Aging
In celebration of GSA and AGHE’s national Careers in Aging Week, this special issue of Aging Times features the stories & varied experiences of recent graduates working in the field of gerontological social work. Maintaining Quality of Life:
A BSW Perspective on Careers in Aging
Moira Schuhart, BSW—Director of Activities at Fairfax Nursing Center and The Gardens at Fair Oaks Assisted Living
An Emerging Career in Aging:
An MSW Perspective as a Government Contractor
Meredith Eisenhart, MSW—Project Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Disease Demonstration Grants to States Program at the U.S. Administration on Aging
From Practice to Academia:
A PhD Perspective on Careers in Aging
Robin Bonifas, PhD—Assistant Professor at Arizona State University School of Social Work
Careers in Aging Resources
Job search engines and other career resources for students.
2008 National Careers in Aging Week
Social work programs across the country join other disciplines in celebrating this annual event. Here are a few activities programs shared with us.
Faculty/Student Opportunities
APM Gero-Ed Track: Reserve Your Hotel Room
Join us this fall in Philadelphia for the CSWE APM Gero-Ed Track. Reserve your room at a special conference rate today.
BSW Programs: Apply for BEL Program Funding
Applications for this unique BSW funding opportunity are due in a month. Apply now for the BEL Program.
Cycle 2 CDI Applications Due This Tuesday
Tuesday, April 15th is the deadline for Cycle 2 CDI Program applications. Apply today.
Gero-Ed Events at BPD Draw Standing Room Crowds
Gero-Ed Center staff spoke about new opportunities to enthusiastic crowds at the 2008 BPD Conference in Destin, FL.
Next Issue: GSWI Celebrates 10 Years
This month, the John A. Hartford Geriatric Social Work Initiative (GSWI) begins a year-long celebration of its 10th Anniversary. The June issue of Aging Times will celebrate this milestone of a decade of Hartford support for gerontology in social work education, research, and practice. We'll also announce a special student YouTube contest to help celebrate this anniversary. Check out the June issue for more details.
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