In the News: 2007-8 Academic Year

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Winter Quarter 2008 News and Events

HomeStreet Bank Community Scholarship Deadline Approaching

January 2008 —The University of Washington Tacoma Social Work Program received a generous gift donation in 2007 from HomeStreet Bank in the amount of $1,000.00. With these funds, the HomeStreet Bank Community Scholarship for Social Work students was created. One student will be awarded the full amount during spring quarter 2008. This scholarship is designed for a student who has experience with securing housing or shelter for an individual, family or community in need. Please download the HomeStreet Bank Community Scholarship Application if you are interested in applying. The deadline is January 18, 2008.

Congratulations go to Dr. Marian Harris

January 2008- Dr. Marian Harris has been appointed by Governor Christine Gregoire to serve on the Commission for African American Affairs. Her term is effective December 19, 2007 through November 20, 2010.

January 2008- Dr. Marian Harris was recently elected as one of the Co-chairs for the State of Washington Racial Disproportionality Advisory Committee. She will be examining the problem of racial disproportionality in the child welfare system. Congratulations Dr. Harris!  

Need Admissions Information?

January 2008—Please join us for an informative MSW or BASW Information Session/Application Workshop or attend a monthly Campus Open House to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions regarding 2008 admission requirements or application procedures this is a great opportunity for you to get your questions answered. Please visit the Information Session site for a complete list of dates and times. For further information or to rsvp, please email tsocial@u.washington.edu.

Autumn Quarter 2007 News and Events

Celebrating 10 Years at UW Tacoma!

Oct 2007—Dr. Marcie Lazzari has been appointed as the chair of the UW Tacoma Social Work Program Decade Celebration Committee for the 2007-08 academic year. The members will conviene this fall to finalize celebration details which tentatively include a formal dinner with a nationally recognized guest speaker and fundraising for student scholarships scheduled for spring 2008. More details will soon follow.

Winter Registration

Oct 2007—Winter quarter 2008 registration will begin in early November for continuing students. Registration for new students begins at the end of November and after compliance with the Measels Immunity Verification process. The Social Work program graduate and undergraduate course offerings can be viewed here by day/time for your convenience. Winter 2008 Class Schedule

Congratulations go to Dr. Charles Emlet

Oct 2007— Dr. Charles Emlet has been awarded an Emerging Opportunity grant for his proposal with the University of Washington Center for Aids Research (CFAR) entitled "Older Adults in the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: A Pilot Survey of Aging and Disability Resource Centers in Washington State." Congratulations, Dr. Emlet!

Congratulations go to Michelle Ford, MSW Student

Michelle Ford, 3rd year MSW student is the recipient of a 2007 Presidential Volunteer Service Award for her ongoing work at the Pierce County Juvenile Court. Michelle began her work in the Probation Department of the Juvenile Court for her Foundation Practicum experience and has remained as a volunteer since, impacting the lives of many youths and their families. Congratulations, Michelle!

Summer Quarter 2007 News and Events

Autumn Registration

Jun 2007—Autumn quarter 2007 registration is presently underway for continuing students. Registration for new students begins in mid-June and after compliance with the Measels Immunity Verification process. The Social Work program graduate and undergraduate course offerings can be viewed here by day/time for your convenience. Autumn 2007 Class Schedule

Lazzari to Chair CSWE Commission & Serve on Board of Directors

Sep 2007—Dr. Marcie Lazzari has been appointed as the chair of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Commission for Diversity and Social and Economic Justice for a three year term effective July 1, 2007. Having spent the past three years as an active member, Dr. Lazzari is well equipped to provide leadership to this important group. As part of her chair role she will also serve on the CSWE Board of Directors. Congratulations!

Recent graduate gets Award

Jun 2007—A special congratulations goes to Lynn Davis 2007 graduate who was nominated and selected by her peers to receive the 2006 Region 3 (Snohomish, Skagit, Island, San Juan and Whatcom counties) Children's Administration Partnership Award for her work advocating for foster parents and relative caregivers. "The partnership award recognizes outstanding work and commitment to partnering with colleagues and the community."

Influencing State Policy Award Winners

Jun 2007—Great News!  Five UW Tacoma BASW students won the national Influencing State Policy contest for their efforts in support of the Passport to College Promise Program to help kids aging out of foster care pursue post-highschool education.  The students who worked on the project in the Contemporary Social Policy course include: Kajsa Anderson, Amelia Boyles, Samantha Doyle, Josephine Mburugu and Heather Wait. The students will receive a plaque and a cash award during an awards ceremony at the national social work conference in San Francisco in October. Congratulations to the BASW students and all of the students who worked on policy issues and participated in the contest!

Now Accepting BASW Applications for Autumn 2007

Jun 2007—The Social Work Program welcomes your application for admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare program. This professional program offers a cohort model which effectively combines classroom and experiential learning preparing learners for generalist social work practice. If you have questions regarding the application process, you may meet with an admissions adviser by calling 253-692-4742 or attending one of our informative events. Please visit the Information Session site for a complete list of dates and times. If you need to access application materials, visit the How to Apply page for additional information.

Advanced Standing MSW Applications (Admissions for Winter 2008 is now closed-updated July, 2007)

Jun 2007—The deadline for submitting an application for winter quarter 2008 admission for the Advanced Standing MSW program option is June 29, 2007. No applications will be accepted after this date. Note: Advanced Standing MSW application materials are only available online. You must download an a copy of the MSW Application packet. Please contact us at 253-692-5820 if you have questions regarding admission.

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