School of Social Work Event Calendar
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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Explore the diverse career paths available to social workers by hearing directly from School of Social Work alumni. Panelists will share their career journeys, current roles, and advice for navigating the transition from student to professional. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions about career growth, workplace experiences, and lessons learned along the way
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The Pride Parade will take place on Saturday, October 17, and this session is a chance to get involved and help us prepare. No experience is necessary, and all interested students are welcome. Come share your ideas and help make our Pride Parade participation a success!
Friday, September 11, 2026
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The Pride Parade will take place on Saturday, October 17, and this session is a chance to get involved and help us prepare. No experience is necessary, and all interested students are welcome. Come share your ideas and help make our Pride Parade participation a success!
Monday, September 14, 2026
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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Current Social Work students: Stop by our Ask Me Anything Pop-Up and chat with Ellen Ritter, Jessica Harms, and Dr. Sandie Kopels! Ask questions about the MSW program, field education and internships, Phi Alpha, career planning, campus resources, or any aspect of your student experience. We're here to help!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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Current Social Work students: Stop by our Ask Me Anything Pop-Up and chat with Ellen Ritter, Graduate Affairs Coordinator and Advisor! Ask questions about the MSW program, field education and internships, Phi Alpha, career planning, campus resources, or any aspect of your student experience. I'm here to help!
Monday, September 21, 2026
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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During this information session for currently enrolled MSW students, we will be exploring how school social work is different from other focus areas, address questions that MSW students have and discuss potential steps of being a school social worker in Illinois if you do not focus on schools initially.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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CQI Conference 2026
Recurring
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The panel will share how community-engaged research has fostered student leadership, professional growth, and meaningful community partnerships. Students will discuss how they developed agency to make a difference, while faculty share how they empower students to become leaders and changemakers beyond the classroom.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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CQI Conference 2026
Recurring