Join the School of Social Work community for a teach-in by Dr. Nada Elia, PhD, titled “Feminism as an Indigenous Decolonial Praxis.” Dr. Elia will lecture on the historical context that led up to October 7th, including grassroots and non-violent resistance and the disproportionate and military response of Israelis towards Palestinian attempts to exercise their human rights.  All students, faculty, and staff of the School of Social Work are warmly invited.

About the facilitator:
Dr. Nada Elia is a Professor of Cultural Studies at Western Washington University, a scholar, writer, and grassroots organizer.  Dr. Elia is a vital member of the Palestinian Feminist Collective.

RSVP Here: Community Teach-In Invitation and RSVP
Date & Time: Friday May 3rd at 12pm 

This program is designed to help college and graduate students explore career opportunities in mental health. See below for flyer and more details.

“Transformed Lives, Restoring Communities”
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES CAREER SYMPOSIUM AND JOB FAIR

Unlocking & Advancing your Career in the Behavioral, Mental Health, & Human Services Industry

Date: Friday June 28th 2024
Time: 10am-3pm
Opens at 9:30am

Location: To Be Announced but in the Seattle Area

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Jobscan –

• Fine-tune your resume by analyzing it against specific job descriptions. Jobscan highlights crucial keywords, skills, and qualifications employers are looking for. By tailoring your resume to match each job posting, you’ll stand out against Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and catch recruiters’ attention. 
• https://careers.uw.edu/resources/jobscan
• Images you can use to promote are here.

Yoodli –

• Yoodli helps you simulate mock interviews and get feedback in private (Grammarly for speech). With Yoodli, you’ll get real-time and judgment-free coaching on your body language, conciseness, filler words, and more. 
• https://careers.uw.edu/resources/yoodli-ai-interview-coach/
• Images you can use to promote are here.

You can find additional self-service tools here – https://careers.uw.edu/resources/category/free-subscriptions-for-huskies/

Join us for a panel dialogue on Monday, 4/29 with SSW faculty/staff/alumni to listen and reflect on how being a first-generation college student may shape experiences moving into your career.

Navigating Career Decisions & Experiences as a First-Gen Student

Date & Time: Monday, April 29th from 6:30-7:30pm

Zoom Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98759394075

RSVP for the panel, and other SSW Spring Career Series events here: https://forms.office.com/r/sKrj8RbCXg

Join us for a workshop on resources, rights, and advice for disabled+neurodivergent people navigating job hunts and career planning. Facilitated by the Disability Rights Washington.

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 7th from 6:30-7:30pm

Zoom link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99111134838

RSVP for the workshop, and other SSW Spring Career Series events here: https://forms.office.com/r/sKrj8RbCXg

Our SSW partner agencies want to recruit and hire you! Come learn about exciting career opportunities from over 30 organizations, and hear from our hiring managers and agency representatives about how to apply successfully. This is a specialized career fair for you at the SSW, featuring organizations that serve to meet diverse needs of communities in our field of social work. Professional attire is recommended. 

Learn more about participating agencies on your canvas page: SSW Employer/Career Fair.

Interested in learning how to prepare for an in-person career fair? See: https://careers.uw.edu/in-person-career-fairs/  

SSW Employer/Career Fair on Thursday, May 2nd from 1-3pm

Where? School of Social Work Gallery (1st floor) & 305B (3rd floor) 4101 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105

RSVP for the SSW Employer/Career fair and other SSW Spring Career Series events here: https://forms.office.com/r/sKrj8RbCXg

Questions? Contact: sswstdnt@uw.edu

Hello Social Work Students!

Applications are now being accepted for the School’s departmental scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year. The application consists of a general scholarship application and five additional prompts for specialized funding opportunities. Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/kgDAsADSX9

We encourage students with financial need and who are historically underrepresented in the field of social work to apply. 

Scholarship applicants must be:

1. Currently enrolled in a UW (Seattle Campus) MSW/BASW Program 
2. In good academic standing at the close of Spring quarter 2024
3. Planning to be enrolled in Autumn 2024 

• Applicants do not have to be a US Citizen or resident. International and undocumented students are encouraged to apply.
• Students who have multiple quarter assistantships (e.g., GSAs covering tuition with stipend and benefits) or recipients of WDI, WSW, or CWTAP grants for 2024/25 are NOT eligible for additional funding. 

Application Deadline: May 12^th by 11:59 pm (PST).

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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

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Your Graduate & Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is holding a Diversity Resources Fair in Intellectual House on Saturday, April 27^th 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. 

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:

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School of Social Work Graduation Celebration (June 6th, 7p)

Learn more on your canvas page.

UW 149th Commencement (June 9th, 12:30p)

Learn more on your canvas page.

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.

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 25^th 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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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.

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)

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 18^th 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 4/18

Many 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. 

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 2024-2025

The 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.

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 Grant

These 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:

1. 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.
2. (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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