Denver Campus Fall 2024 GSSW Journeys Orientation

Orientation is a combination of asynchronous work (work done on your own prior to orientation), live, in-person sessions and optional, virtual office hours. Fall orientation is to prepare you for what to expect during your first quarter.  Participation in all sessions is mandatory unless otherwise stated.

Orientation has been designed intentionally across multiple formats to support effective learning and to maximize the success of your adjustment to graduate school.

Async content: Async content is designed for you to digest and absorb the material at your own pace and will prepare you for virtual live zoom sessions.
- You’ll maintain access to Canvas and can refer to this content in the future.
- Much of what we cover is important for the duration of your program.
In-person sessions: Orientation is designed to be in-person so students can explore campus, learn about resources and build community.
Virtual Sessions: Virtual live zoom sessions during the first day of orientation are designed to maximize access (live transcripts) for all students.

Orientation Agenda: September 4, 5 and 6

Virtual Sessions: Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Waiting Room Arrival and Check In: 1:00 – 1:15 p.m. MDT

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Welcome and Introductions: 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. MDT

This session will include a welcome from your orientation hosts and Dean Henrika McCoy.
Orientation Hosts:
- Denver Campus MSW Program Director Amity Good
- Denver Campus MSW Program Assistant Director Anthony Jones
- Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Stephanie George Stephanie George
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Advising Overview and Faculty Advisors Meet & Greet: 1:45 – 3:00 p.m. MDT

This session will include an advising overview from Denver Campus Director Amity Good and breakout discussions with students and Faculty Advisors.

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Career Workshop: 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. MDT

In this session, you will meet Career Development Advisor Stacy Said, who will introduce you to the GSSW Career Services. This service aims to help students learn about available career resources, connect pathways to career aspirations, and articulate what they have learned from academic and field experiences when applying for post-graduate career opportunities.

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Wrap-Up: 3:30 —3:45 p.m. MDT

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In-Person Sessions: Thursday, September 6, 2024

Arrival and Check In: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. MDT

Orientation Hosts:
- Denver Campus MSW Program Director, Amity Good
- Denver Campus MSW Program Assistant Director, Anthony Jones
- Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Dr. Stephanie George
Social Work Competencies: 9:30 – 10:20 a.m. MDT

This session will include an overview of the 9 Core EPAS Competencies that you will be learning while at GSSW, led by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dr. Stephanie George.
GSSW Field Education Program Presentation: 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. MDT

This session, led by Jessica Zaslav, will include important information related to foundation field internships from Denver Campus Associate Director of Field Education and other members of the Field Education office.
Break: 11:20 – 11:30 a.m. MDT
Creating an Inclusive Learning Community: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. MDT

Associate Dean for DEI and Professor Dr. Michele Hanna, will present to you ways to foster an inclusive learning community, trust, graduate school expectations, and our shared social work values while at GSSW.
Lunch: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. MDT

Enjoy lunch!
Student Resources Panel: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. MDT

This is an opportunity to meet the GSSW Student Affairs teams, led by our Assistant Dean for Students Deana Ahmad, as well as the GSSW Financial Aid team
Student Panel and Q&A: 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. MDT

Hear directly from our current students about their experiences at the GSSW. This is a forum where you can ask questions and receive answers from the student perspective.
Wrap-Up: 3:30 - 3:45 p.m. MDT

In-Person Sessions: Friday, September 6, 2024

Arrival and Check-In: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. MDT

Orientation Hosts:
- Denver Campus MSW Program Director, Amity Good
- Denver Campus MSW Program Assistant Director, Anthony Jones
Resource Fair: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. MDT

We are excited to host a Resource Fair to introduce you to information about dual-degree programs, certificates, available stipends, fellowships, and other student services available at the GSSW. Will also be able to connect with Academic Affairs and the Denver Campus Directors.
Graduate Student Orientation: 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. MDT

You can attend the University of Denver’s Graduate Student Orientation, where you can learn more about campus-wide resources.
OPTIONAL: Financial Aid Office Hours: 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. MDT

Sign up for a 15-minute appointment with a member of the financial aid team.

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