Denver Campus Advanced Standing Summer 2022 GSSW Journeys Orientation
Orientation is a combination of asynchronous work (work done on your own prior to orientation), live sessions (both in-person and on Zoom) and optional office hours. Participation in all sessions is mandatory unless otherwise stated.
Orientation Agenda
Virtual Speaker Sessions: Wednesday, July 6, 2022
The Future of Social Work: 9:00–9:45 a.m. MT
Morris Endowed Dean and Professor Amanda Moore McBride
Creating an Inclusive Learning Community: 10:00—11:00 a.m. MT
Associate Dean for DEI and Associate Professor Michele Hanna
Welcome and Graduate Student Expectations: 11:15–11:45 a.m. MT
Associate Professor Lisa Reyes Mason
Lunch on Your Own: 11:45 a.m.—12:45 p.m. MT
Enjoy a break and lunch.
Field Session: 12:45—1:30 p.m. MT
Associate Professor of the Practice & Assistant Dean for Field Education and Community Partnerships Aneesha Bharwani and the field team.
Aligning Your Career Workshop: 1:45—2:45 p.m. MT
Career Development Advisor Stacy Said
Student Panel: 3:00—3:45 p.m. MT
GSSW students share their experiences and are available to answer questions.
Mix and Mingle Sessions: Thursday, July 7, 2022
Advising Overview: 8:30—9:00 a.m. MT
Associate Professor of the Practice of Social Work and Director Denver Campus MSW Program Kate Ross
Meet and Greet with GSSW Faculty: 9:00—9:45 a.m. MT
Get to meet and know the faculty who will be supporting you during your social work journey.
GSSW Closing: 9:45am—10:00 a.m. MT
Assistant Dean for Students Deana Ahmad and Denver Campus Program Director Kate Ross
Resource Fair: 11a.m.—11:45 a.m. MT
Join us for the resource fair at Craig Hall Community Room (120) and Patio. Learn more about our student support teams and win some GSSW swag at our raffle table.
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Registrar Table
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Student Engagement Table
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Professional Advising Table
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Career Services Table
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Wellness Table
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New Era Colorado Voter Registration Table
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Optional DU Campus Tour: 11:45 a.m.—1:15 p.m. MT
Join Assistant Dean for Students Deana Ahmad and Student Engagement Coordinator Jenna Sergio for a DU campus tour followed by time to be in community.
Optional Programming: Friday, July 8, 2022
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Virtual Concentration Information Session: 9:00—10:00 a.m. MT
Join this virtual concentration information session where we will discuss the concentration curriculum and field internship opportunities.
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Virtual Certificate/Stipend Information Session: 10:00—11:00 a.m. MT
Join this virtual certificate and stipend information session where we will discuss the curriculum, field internship and customized career opportunities.
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Virtual Drop-InHours; 10:00 a.m.— 12:00 p.m. MT
Register for a 15-minute financial aid appointment with Executive Director of Enrollment Roberto Garcia and Associate Director of Enrollment & Financial Aid Victoria Veres.
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Virtual Drop-In Hours: 12:00—2:00 p.m. MT
Join Assistant Professor, Practice of Social Work Emily Saltzman for virtual field information sessions that are come and go.
Join Associate Professor of the Practice of Social Work Kate Ross and Associate Professor Lisa Reyes-Mason for come and go advising sessions to answer any questions you may have remaining.