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To support the profession and advocate on behalf of clients and programs, the California Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) holds its annual Lobby Days in Sacramento each spring semester. This two-day event gives students from across the state the chance to convene in Sacramento to meet each other, learn skills related to lobbying and advocacy, and meet with legislators to discuss issues related to social work policy, research, and practice....
The mission of the Graduate Assembly is to improve the lives of University of California, Berkeley graduate students and to foster a vibrant, inclusive graduate student community. The Graduate Assembly is the official representative body of the graduate and professional students at the University of California, Berkeley. The fundamental principles of the Graduate Assembly are the promotion of a vibrant student social life, inclusiveness, activism, community service, educational improvement, and professional development. In service to these principles the Graduate Assembly...
UC Berkeley Social Welfare staff, faculty, and students host several opportunities for students to get involved. Whether it’s through providing program faculty feedback, leading a student group, or connecting with prospective students, Social Welfare students have the potential to develop their leadership, organizing, and advocacy skills within the School while establishing practices and contributing to an impactful legacy for future students. Student-lead groups have been integral to the continuous improvement of the UC Berkeley Social Welfare student experience since the...
Welcome to the MSW program! My name is Bianca Ramos (she/her), and I am delighted to serve as the MSW Advisor/GSAO! It is an honor and privilege to support you during your educational journey here at UC Berkeley Social Welfare. As a first-generation college graduate who studied Psychology & Higher Education, I am passionate about making space for students to share their stories as well as provide opportunities for connection and advocacy. I know firsthand the importance of setting yourself up for success in graduate school, and I am here to answer any questions...
Combined MSW/PhD students can make their own copy of the MSW/PhD Plan to track their degree requirements and progress. See 2.1b Combined MSW/PhD Program in the PhD Student Handbook for details. Contact the PhD advisor (...
Welcome to the PhD program in Social Welfare! This program offers you the chance to learn from leading scholars committed to advancing justice and equity across critical areas like reproductive and mental health, public policy, migration, intervention, aging, and child welfare.
Beyond Social Welfare, you'll have access to a wide network of social...
Welcome to the PhD program in Social Welfare! This program offers you the chance to learn from leading scholars committed to advancing justice and equity across critical areas like reproductive and mental health, public policy, migration, intervention, aging, and child welfare.