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Graduation Celebrations 2024
School of Social Work Graduation Celebration (June 6th, 7p)
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UW 149th Commencement (June 9th, 12:30p)
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Black Graduation and Kente Ceremony (June 2nd, 7-9pm)
We are excited to invite students from all three UW campuses to registration/RSVP for the 2024 Black Graduation & Kente Ceremony. This year’s ceremony will be in-person on Sunday, June 2nd at the Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Doors open at 6:15pm. This year’s theme is The Blackprint.
Registration closes on May 10, 2024. Anyone who registers after May 10th is not guaranteed to be in the program or to receive a stole. Contact uwblackg@uw.edu with questions.
Lavender Graduation (June 4th, 5:30-7pm)
Lavender Graduation is an annual ceremony conducted on numerous campuses to honor lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning students to acknowledge their achievements and contributions to the University.
Check back here on 4/24 for the RSVP! More info here.
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SSW community, we would like to invite you to attend our doctoral student, Andrea G. Perez Portillo who will holding their dissertation on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 9AM PST on Zoom. Read more on the abstract below.
Time:
Wednesday, May 1 at 9AM PST.
Title:
Yo Aquí y Vos Allá: Connection, Support, and Well-Being Among Immigrants from Central America
Zoom Link:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/98412151275
Meeting ID: 984 1215 1275
Read moreComments Off on SSW Dissertation Defense for Andrea G. Perez Portillo (5/1 at 9p)GPSS Diversity Resources Fair (4/27, 12p)
Your Graduate & Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is holding a Diversity Resources Fair in Intellectual House on Saturday, April 27th from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. This is an opportunity for students to help connect students with identity, cultural resources, and opportunities at UW and our surrounding community.
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Apply for the UDSM leadership position available with the One Health Outreach. Apply here!
About the outreach:
One Health Clinics occur at a New Horizons Ministries and Nyer Erness. We serve unhoused young adults and their pets. UDSM students serve as patient navigators to improve accessibility of healthcare for the human and their pets through a collaboration with Neighborcare, WSU School of Veterinary Medicine, and UW’s One Health Center
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The Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work (WSSCSW) is a professional organization of clinical social workers practicing in a variety of settings, including (but not limited to) mental health clinics, family service agencies, hospitals and medical clinics and private practices. The WSSCSW offers its members continuing educational opportunities, legislative advocacy including lobbying, network and professional growth opportunities and special programs for new professionals.
A part of our mission is to support and promote high standards of practice for those entering the profession. To this end we offer the Outstanding Student Paper Award to Washington State social work students in their graduating year. Two student papers are chosen each year as winners. First place is awarded $500 and second place is awarded $300 and both receive a free one-year membership to WSSCSW and free entry for one year to all WSSCSW professional development events. Both winning papers will be announced at the WSSCSW’s annual members dinner in summer of 2024 (date TBD) as well as acknowledged and published online.
Details: You must be a current social work student in your graduating year of a BASW or MSW program in Washington State. You do not need to be a member of WSSCSW to submit or to win. Please adhere to the following guidelines for your paper to be considered:
Read moreComments Off on Applications Open for WSSCSW Outstanding Student Paper Award (Due May 17th)Happy Hour Event w/Mindful Therapy
Join us for a Happy Hour for associate therapists and upcoming masters-level graduates, at Halcyon Brewing Company (8564 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103) on April 25th at 6pm. Food and drinks will be provided, along with live music. There will be opportunities to connect with other associates, as well as with experienced supervisors from our group who regularly mentor associate clinicians. We will also take some time to talk about our Supervised Associate Program and discuss potential opportunities available with our group.
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Open leadership position for a health sciences graduate student (including MSWs) available with the One Health Outreach. Please reach out to somserve@uw.edu if you are interested in taking on the role!
About the outreach:
One Health Clinics occur at a New Horizons Ministries and Nyer Erness. We serve unhoused young adults and their pets. UDSM students serve as patient navigators to improve accessibility of healthcare for the human and their pets through a collaboration with Neighborcare, WSU School of Veterinary Medicine, and UW’s One Health Center
Read moreComments Off on UDSM One Health Leadership OpeningBiological Anthropology Seminar: Taking Children Seriously: Historical Fieldnotes and Learning Morality in a Taiwan Village
BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY SEMINAR SERIES (BASS)
Tuesday, May 7th in Denny 313
Seminar: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Reception: 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm
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Join us to honor and remember the lives of loved ones we have lost and in support of those who are struggling.
Contribute to the Remembrance Garden Alter (4/23-5/2)
Tuesday April 23rd from 9am-9pm
Agenda; Bring photos, mementos, write a note to add to the Remembrance Garden Alter at the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center (ECC) Lobby Area
Closing Ceremony and Community Healing Program (5/2)
Thursday May 2nd, from 3-4:30pm
Agenda; Calling of Names, Words of Appreciation, and give away of Garden Alter succulents to attendees as a keepsake and loving remembrance.
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Join us at the Washington State Legislature, a hub of innovation and action in the heart of Olympia, comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Legislature meets annually on the second Monday in January through March in even-numbered years and January through April in odd-numbered years. Here, policymaking unfolds in a vibrant, dynamic setting where dedicated staff support our legislative members year-round. The Senate strives to cultivate an inclusive working environment that supports diversity and belonging through equitable policies and practices.
How to Apply: Complete the application form accessed by clicking this link: Senate Democratic Caucus Summer Policy Intern or typing this URL: https://apply.workable.com/washington-state-senate/j/D69966B03C/. The closing date is May 3, 2024, at 11:59 PM PST.
Read more: WA Senate Democratic Caucus- Summer Policy Intern (Paid)About the Senate Democratic Caucus Staff
The Washington State Senate Democratic Caucus (SDC) consists exclusively of Democratic members of the Washington State Senate. Our caucus staff is a team of forward-thinking administrative, policy, and communications staff dedicated to putting people first. Policy analysts provide analysis, advice, and bill development assistance in their respective policy areas to all Democratic Senators and their office staff. Communications specialists manage media requests and assist in any and all areas of communications to individual Democratic Senators and their offices. As a staff team, we are driven by a shared commitment to support Democratic Senators as they shape an equitable and inclusive future for all Washingtonians. If you’re passionate about supporting elected officials as they seek to make real change and amplify voices that are often unheard, you’ll fit right in.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, and Belonging
We bring to our work a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging. We believe in creating spaces where everyone can belong and thrive. We are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment. We recognize that only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes, can our staff achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the Senate.
Summer Policy Intern Profile
Are you a policy nerd, a dreamer, a doer? The Senate Democratic Caucus invites graduate students to apply for the Summer Policy Intern position. The caucus is looking for individuals who are interested in exploring impactful policy work that puts people first.
You will engage in meaningful work alongside caucus policy staff to aid with legislative research and policy development, while also having the chance to gain professional development skills and hands on learning experiences in a legislative environment. You will also have the chance to network and build lasting connections with other members of the legislative community. Your work will encompass all policy areas, including law & justice, transportation, elections, state operations, environment, energy, technology, natural resources, land use, education, employment, health, human services, and housing.
The caucus’ Summer Policy Intern program itself is 8 weeks long, with flexibility to schedule the internship to occur from June through September. Compensation is provided at a rate of $3,531 per month for 35 hours per week. There is flexibility to do part time work and extend the duration of the internship. There is also flexibility to complete some of the internship while working remotely within the State of Washington.
Intern Responsibilities
· Conduct legislative policy research and summarize policy issues.
· Attend legislative meetings, possible committee hearings, and other events.
· Contribute to drafting letters, talking points, and white papers.
· Contribute to legislation development.
· Collaborate with legislative staff and other summer interns.
Qualifications
· Current enrollment as a student at a graduate school in the State of Washington. All majors and fields of study are welcome.
Critical Skills & Abilities
· Analytical and research skills, especially in prioritizing and concisely summarizing complex information in writing.
· Willingness to practice critical thinking, collaborate, and engage with new perspectives.
· Professional work ethic and independent time management skills.
· Commitment to following all legislative ethics laws.
· Interest in learning about the legislative process.
Necessary Application Materials
· Current resume.
· Cover letter explaining why you would want to serve as a caucus Summer Policy Intern.
· Writing sample of any length or format that demonstrates writing proficiency.
· Preferred start date and end date for the internship.
· Two letters of recommendation: one academic and one professional.
Selection Timeline
· Applicants have until May 3, 2024, to submit their applications.
· Applicants will be contacted by May 10, 2024, to confirm an interview.
· Ideally, applicants will be notified of final decisions by May 30, 2024. Please reach out to Sarah Clifthorne at sarah.clifthorne@leg.wa.gov with any questions regarding the program or your application.
The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, physical, sensory, or mental disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability.
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This study abroad program for UW students to Ecuador focuses on regenerative land management and bamboo ecosystems. The program is 8 days in Ecuador- featuring immersive learning at RFI headquarters. It includes bamboo architecture lectures, hands-on experiences in areas of bamboo and sustainable design, and complete a bamboo project in Ecuador.
Date: June 10-19th, 2024
Contact Information: Molly Thompson (mthomp7@uw.edu)
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On April 24th, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Idaho vs. United States, a lawsuit which centers on whether Idaho’s near total abortion ban conflicts with the requirement for all providers to administer emergency care under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTLA).
Ahead of the Idaho vs. United States oral arguments, The Pacific Abortion Project, the Center for American Progress, Planned Parenthood and Doctors for America are partnering to host a reproductive health advocacy training on Thursday, April 18th at 6pm PST. Learn how to use your platform as a healthcare professional to advance advocacy issues that are important to you and your patients! Please sign up here if you’d like to attend. Those who sign up will receive a zoom link the day of the event via email.
Read more: Health Advocacy Training 4/18Many of the WWAMI states have restricted or essentially eliminated access to abortion since the Dobbs vs Jackson Women’s Health decision in 2022. These conditions make it difficult, if not impossible, for many patients living in our region to access essential reproductive health care. As future providers, we have an incredibly powerful platform to advocate for and against legislation that affects our patients, though it can be difficult to know how to participate in the legislative process when we receive little formal advocacy training.
In the meantime, check out the Center for American Progress’ Storyteller Initiative, which showcases the voices of health professionals in Idaho regarding Idaho’s abortion ban, including two of our WWAMI Idaho students!
The Pacific Abortion Project Leadership Team
What is the Pacific Abortion Project?
We are a WWAMI-wide coalition of students across all years and foundations sites who are committed to improving abortion access and expanding abortion education for medical students.
We started our project by building a website that students rotating in WWAMI can use to learn about abortion care and access across the region. Since then, we’ve worked on various abortion-related projects and hosted virtual and in person events to learn more about the landscape of abortion care, medication abortion by mail, etc. and to raise money for our local abortion fund, NWAAF.
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The Odegaard Writing & Research Center (OWRC) is now hiring for multiple hourly Peer Writing Tutor and Student Assistant positions beginning the Fall Quarter 2024 and continuing through Spring Quarter 2025. If you or someone you know might be interested in applying for work as a student employee at the OWRC, please share or follow the following link to our application information (https://depts.washington.edu/owrcweb/wordpress/about/jobs/).
Applications are due on Sunday, April 14th at 11:59 pm PDT. We encourage applicants to bring their materials to the OWRC and discuss them with our current tutors—just make an appointment and come by. Students who have applied in the past are welcome to apply again. Please email owrc@uw.edu if you have any questions!
Read more: OWRC Hiring Peer Tutors and Student Assistants for 2024-2025The OWRC is an interdisciplinary writing and research center that aims to support UW students, staff, and faculty on their diverse writing and research projects through one-to-one tutoring sessions, group tutoring sessions, workshops, and other programs. Our tutors are undergraduate and graduate students from a wide range of academic fields, and we provide a rich learning environment for writers and tutors alike. We consistently hear from student employees that their work here is challenging and transformative.
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The UW Resilience Lab and the Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF) are pleased to share the 2024 Resilience and Compassion Seed Grant cycle is accepting applications! The application form will remain open until Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
Read more: 2024 Resilience and Compassion Seed GrantThese small grants (<$5,000) support efforts to promote resilience, compassion and sustainability and foster connection and community at the UW. Seed grants support impactful activities, programming, projects and/or applied research that align with the following goals of the Resilience Lab and the CSF:
- To cultivate kindness, compassion and gratitude toward each other and ourselves;
- To foster connectedness, belonging and community;
- To embrace common humanity and diversity within the human experience;
- To provide opportunities to the UW community for project-based or applied learning;
- To illuminate the connections between group or personal identities (cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, etc.) and the sustainability of the UW community and environment.
- To educate and/or spark dialogue about environmental and societal problems that disproportionately impact Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities.
All members of the UW community are eligible to apply – including students, staff and faculty across the three campuses; however, preference will be given to teams that include students.
Past funded project have included: workshops, retreats, community activities, social justice and anti-racist training, building connections between the Seattle community and UW, and applied research.
To apply, submit the following information and materials through the 2024 Resilience and Compassion Seed Grant application (Google form).
The short application includes a request for:
- A detailed, line-item budget proposal for how the funds will be used. Please include a description of matching funds and/or any additional funds to support your project as applicable.
- (Optional) Letter of support from an appropriate unit lead (e.g., person holding chair, dean or VP-level roles) or letter from a faculty or staff adviser/mentor for student-led applications.
Funding guidelines are listed on the 2024 Resilience and Compassion Seed Grant application. To learn more, check out former Resilience Seed Grant recipients, here.
Applications are due Tuesday, April 30 by 11:59 pm. Contact Rudy Gallardo, the Resilience Lab Coordinator (rodrig5@uw.edu) or Tatiana Brown, the CSF Associate Program Director (csfcoord@uw.edu) for any questions regarding the Seed Grant applications.
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The Mixed/Multiracial Student, Faculty, and Staff Affinity group is organizing a time to gather at the School of Social Work for folx who identify as Mixed and/or Multiracial. Bring your lunch and join us Friday, April 26th Noon – 1 pm @ SSW RM 116 (near the Gallery). We hope the time spent in shared community fills your cup with connection and belonging here at the School of Social Work.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
SSW Mixed is a UW School of Social Work Mix/Multiracial Affinity Group for all students, faculty, and staff who identify as Mixed or Multiracial.
Faculty Advisor:
Shawnti Johnson shawnti@uw.edu
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The Robinson Center is inviting applications for the position of Summer Program Teaching Aide. Join us for a fun and rewarding summer job!
Please see the flyer or linked job description below for more information.
Job Description: 2024 Summer Teaching Aide
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Join the UW School of Social Work community for a healing circle focused on the ongoing injustice taking place in Palestine, facilitated by Haneen Ahmad, MSW, LICSW. All students, faculty, and staff of the School of Social Work are warmly invited.
RSVP Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=W9229i_wGkSZoBYqxQYL0k_FU8XLLbtProfwA_By87ZUQzlXUjBGWUcwREk2V1A3VTRQSThMVjZCNS4u
Together, we’ll create a space for collective processing of emotions, affirming the validity of our feelings amidst this crisis. Through mutual support, dialogue, and creative arts we’ll honor the right to our emotions and work towards healing in solidarity.
About the facilitator:
Haneen Ahmed, LICSW is the founder of Zane Counseling and an alum of the UW School of Social Work.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 18th from 4:30-6pm
Location: UW School of Social Work 305A
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Registration is now open for the Northwest Nature and Health Symposium on May 1 at the Intellectual House! This year’s event features eight talks, one moderated discussion, a student poster session, and the chance to connect with interdisciplinary colleagues who are interested in conservation and health equity. Registration closes on April 27 and student scholarships are available.
Nature and Health illuminates the connections between nature and human health and well-being. We work with the community and decision makers to translate our findings into programs and policies that promote equitable engagement with nature.
Our symposia are:
- Led by our core values of equity and justice
- An opportunity to cultivate your network
- Filled with inspiring seminars and panels from leading experts
Logistics:
- Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- Time: 9 AM – 5 PM PT
- Location: Intellectual House, Seattle, WA
- Registration: Register by April 27, 2024. There will be no on-site registration. $100 for professionals, $40 for students with scholarships available. Lunch and coffee/tea service are included
- Questions? Contact: natureandhealth@uw.edu
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“Would you like to provide writing support to fellow students at the UW School of Social Work?
We are hiring three new writing tutors to form the social work writing team next year. If interested, please carefully review the position description for details and submit the online application by April 14, 2024.
Here are just a few recent highlights of student appreciation for the writing team:
- “So grateful for the kindness and support shown by the writing center.”
- “I love this service. I wish I had accessed it sooner.”
- “I had never visited the writing center before because I honestly didn’t think it would be of too much help. I was absolutely wrong! This session, although my first, was extremely helpful and gave me the confidence to keep working on my writing.”
We hope you’ll consider applying for this rewarding role. Thanks for your time and consideration.”
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The Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center is now accepting applications for multiple Graduate Staff Assistant (GSA) roles for the 2024-2025 academic year (September 16, 2024 to June 15, 2025). Positions are open now with an application deadline of Monday, April 29.
There are three roles, each with distinct scopes of work and application instructions. Please see below for additional details and links to job descriptions.
1.) GSA for Community Engaged Courses: contribute to community-engaged learning for undergraduates at the UW through partnership development and student engagement.
2.) GSA for Student Advising and Program Support: facilitate student community engagement, leadership development, and career connected learning through individualized advising and feedback.
3.) GSA for Student Advising and Program Support: connect undergraduates with paid internships with public school and nonprofit organizations throughout the region.
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