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Announcement: Visiting Scholar, Dr. Chung-Song Kim
Title of Book: DSM-?-TR: Case Studies of Mental Disorder
The Florida Atlantic University School of Social Work welcomes visiting scholar Dr. Chung-Song Kim from South Korea. Dr. Kim, who is a Professor in Kyonggi University, Suwon, Korea, is in residence now at the School of Social Work during his sabbatical year to focus on his research in mental health.
Currently, Dr. Kim is collecting materials to revise and update his book DSM-?: Case Studies of Mental Disorder (2001). In the upcoming edition, entitled DSM-IV-TR: Case Studies, he will add treatments and management for patients with mental disorders, integrating social work perspectives in each chapter. The book is scheduled to be completed by August, 2013. While visiting at FAU, Dr. Kim looks forward to new life experiences as he advances his research and teaching skills.
International Social Work in the United Kingdom Elective
Summer 2013
Dr. Michele Hawkins and Dr. Arlene Kaplan are excited to announce that the School of Social Work will once again be offering during Summer Term 2 the elective International Social Work in the United Kingdom which is an undergraduate or graduate elective. The course can be taken from 1 to 3 credits depending on what each student needs. This class is open to all majors.
The travel to London will be from 5/16/2013 through 5/25/2013 and will encompass visiting child welfare agencies and actually being able to shadow social workers in the field, as well as visits to museums, Parliament, homeless shelters and other social service agencies. There will be one class and a pre-departure orientation prior to the international travel.
Program fees to cover the educational costs (excluding tuition) are $1198. The first program fee deposit of $600 is due by 1/15/2013 and the final program fee deposit of $598 is due by 2/15/2013. Students are also responsible for additional costs including air, food, local London transportation, hotel, tuition and personal sightseeing.
We will be offering information sessions at the following times to provide more information:
- Monday, December 3, 2012 @ 11:00 AM – Boca Campus, SO 3015
- Tuesday, December 4, 2012 @ 4:00 PM – Boca Campus, SO 3018
NASW-FL Awards Committee Nominations
NASW Florida is now accepting nominations for Social Worker of the Year, Student Social Worker of the Year, and Social Work Educator of the Years – for more information on how to nominate someone, please click Here.
Save The Date
On APRIL 8-9-10, 2013, students and faculty from the School of Social Work will be participating in NASW’S "LEGISLATIVE EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY DAY" (LEAD) AT THE CAPITOL BUILDING in Tallahassee (formerly known as Lobby Day). Look for opportunities to get involved. Registration and training will begin in the early part of the spring semester. For now SAVE THE DATE! And remember field hours are given for those students who go on the trip. Contact lderigne@fau.edu for further details.
Presidential Scholarship for Social Work
Through generous donations this year, the School of Social work has been able to fund $20,000 in presidential scholarships for our students. This amounts to 20 scholarships of $1000 each for the 2012/2013 fiscal year. These scholarships are based on financial need.
At this time all of the Presidential Scholarships designated for Social Work students have been awarded.
Upcoming Events
View The Full CalendarOctober 17, 2012
Phi Alpha Lunch-and-learn Event
On October 17th, Phi Alpha sponsored a lunch-and-learn event with guest speaker Sandra Einhorn. Sandra talked about her organization "Rebuilding Together – Broward County" and how students can volunteer with them to assist low income homeowners with home improvement. For more information on this organization, please visit their website at http://rebuildingtogetherbroward.org/
June 28, 2012
Military Scholarship for MSW Student Lisa Johnson
Congratulations to Ms. Lisa Johnson, Master of Social Work (MSW) student in the College for Design and Social Inquiry for receiving a Scholarship from the Florida Advisory Council Military Education from Ms. Jan Del Signore (USAF, Retired) on June 28, 2012. This Scholarship award recognizes the special sacrifices that family members of active of active duty military personnel make every day. Lisa, wife of an active duty Coast Guardsman, has moved frequently in support of her husband’s active duty career, attending six colleges and Universities pursuing her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She was introduced to the profession of Social Work in the state of Washington while serving veterans in a VA hospital as a Social Work Associate in a volunteer capacity. The School of Social Work faculty is proud of Lisa’s academic accomplishments, dedication and service.
March 23, 2012
Heart of Social Work Event
On March 23, the School of Social Work hosted its inaugural Heart of Social Work event at the Harold and Marleen Forkas Alumni Center. More than 100 community members, faculty, and alumni were in attendance. President Saunders welcomed the guests, and Barbara Schmidt, founder of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, provided an inspiring keynote address followed by an awards ceremony. Harvey and Phyllis Sandler were recognized as Outstanding Community Members. The Sandlers have generously donated to hundreds of organizations including the FAU School of Social Work. Their generosity has made a huge difference in the lives of so many. Elizabeth Lugo, a BSW alumna, was recognized for her accomplishments following receipt of her BSW in 1994 and her subsequent position as CEO of The Volen Center. Paola Wierzbicki, a field internship supervisor, was recognized for her guidance and support of more than 29 student interns. The event, generously sponsored by the GreenbergTraurig law firm, was truly a "feel good" event and a wonderful time was had by all who attended.
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