Get Involved, Stay Connected School of Social Work Student Organizations
Student Association of Social Workers (SASW)
The SASW is an organization that gives School of Social Work students a voting voice at the School Council, so they have input on and can advocate for what they believe is best for the school, and current and future students. In the video below, hear from students about SASW’s purpose and learn how to get involved.
Representatives from each academic program will be voted on by their student body.
If you have questions, please contact Interim President Carly Cavalier, or SASW’s faculty adviser, Tiffany Jones.
Elections for the 24/25 academic year will be held in September – October of 2024.
Position Descriptions
- Program Representatives: One student from each program (BSW, MSW, Distance MSW, and Ph.D.) will be elected by their peers to represent the student body in School Council and vote on their behalf.
- Communications Coordinator: Point person regarding updates and events, social media, and meeting minutes.
- President: Organizes and facilitates meetings and works with SASW to achieve goals.
- Financial Officer: Coordinates financial aspects of SASW.
Meetings for 2024-25
Once meeting times have been finalized, they will be posted here.
Committee for Social Justice
The School of Social Work’s Committee for Social Justice promotes positive social change through:
- engaging scholarship,
- teaching,
- and community service.
Our group of faculty and student leaders recognize the need to welcome and honor people of all races, genders, creeds, cultures, and sexual orientations, while valuing intellectual curiosity and integrity. We also provide leadership and direction to the School of Social Work as the school implements diversity initiatives in accordance with its diversity plan.
If you are interested in participating in the Committee for Social Justice, please fill out this interest form. Contact co-chairs Sofia Gentry and Rachel (RJ) Selby for more information.
Queer Umbrella
Looking for a queer space within the School of Social Work? The Queer Umbrella is a place for queer folx and allies to come together for community and support.
Contact Jen Currin-McCulloch for more information, and keep an eye on the CSU Social Work Instagram and Trumba Calendar for upcoming meetings.
CSU Student Organizations and Clubs
Get involved with the School
Hear from Director Charlotte Bright about how you can get involved with and affect change in the School of Social Work, to continually improve learning outcomes for all current and future students.
Attend a school council meeting
Students are invited and encouraged to participate in the school’s meetings, where every month discussions are had, and decisions are made, about the future of the school. Student voices are imperative to these conversations and we invite you to advocate for changes you think would benefit the school and its students.
