ABOUT THE SERIES

The NASW-NYS Student Series supports BSW, MSW, and Doctoral students through monthly programming throughout the academic year. The series is designed to strengthen students’ foundation in their present educational experience and broaden prospects as they prepare to enter the social work field. This series will provide tangible training for students as they prepare to transition to the workforce or graduate school and unite the powerful NYS social work student body.

FREE Attendance to all series programs
 

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FREE Attendance to all series programs
(plus free attendance to ALL CE programs all year long!)

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$10 per session (register individually in agenda below)
$30 to attend all four fall series events

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Thank you to our sponsors!
University at Buffalo School of Social Work
School of Social Welfare University at Albany
The College of Saint Rose Social Work Program
Roberts Wesleyan University Department of Social Work
Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare
Fordham/Molloy Collaborative MSW Program
Adelphi University School of Social Work
Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at  Syracuse University


Thursday, September 28th at 6:00pm
Got the Nerves? We got you! Self and Community Care for Social Work Students

Every year, students report feeling nervous and unsure of how to balance their educational, professional, and personal lives. Well have no fear, your peers are here! This event will allow current social work students the opportunity to network and connect with peers. During this event students will have the opportunity to meet and converse with fellow social work students and share skills of self and community care. Self-care is often associated with privileged experiences, however this session will explore how everyone already practices and can continue to hone their skills in caring for themselves and their community. Building a strong community and network of peers is crucial to the profession!

FREE for NYS Chapter Members
$10 for Non-Members
FREE for students from a sponsored school
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Thursday, November 30th at 6:00pm
Social Work Graduate School Panel and Fair: Everything You Need to Know to Apply and Choose a Social Work Graduate Program!

Applying to graduate school can be an overwhelming process, and you don’t have to go at it alone! This event will start with a panel discussion lead by both current students as well as recent graduates. Panelists will engage in a conversation on pursuing a graduate degree, choosing the right program, and the diverse opportunities available to social workers. This panel will be followed by a graduate school fair, where representatives from MSW programs from across New York State will be present to showcase their programs and answer questions students may have. Come join us to explore a variety of social work programs from accredited institutions, learn about the application process, and find your best fit!

FREE for ALL Students and Prospective Students
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Schools in attendance at the Grad Fair:
University at Buffalo School of Social Work
School of Social Welfare University at Albany
The College of Saint Rose Social Work Program
Roberts Wesleyan University Department of Social Work
Adelphi University School of Social Work
Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare
Fordham/Molloy Collaborative MSW Program
Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at  Syracuse University
The Department of Social Work at Lehman College
The New York University Silver School of Social Work

Join us on November 30th to showcase your M.S.W. program and introduce your school to prospective students. This event will allow prospective students the opportunity to explore social work programs across New York State. We hope to have you there, and to make this event a memorable one! Schools must register for the Grad Fair by October 19, 2023. 

Student Series Sponsorship
Registration for the Grad Fair is included in all sponsorship packages. Not only will you have a breakout room to highlight your social work program, but your school will be acknowledged as a sponsor of the series in the opening announcements of the Grad Fair, all other events, through social media and email setting your school as the standard for supporting the expansion of student field and educational curriculum. For sponsorship opportunities, see our packages below.

Grad School Registration Only
$100 flat fee
This includes a breakout room for your school during the grad fair.
Click here to register for the Grad Fair event only

 


Thursday, October 26th, at 6:00pm
Surviving & Thriving in Your Field Internship: Information on Field Requirements and Panel Discussion: How to Navigate Power Dynamics and Ethical Issues in Field

Whether you already feel prepared for your field internship, or are taken aback by jumping into the professional world, this event is for you! A key aspect of a successful field placement is understanding and effectively handling power dynamics and ethical dilemmas. During this event, a panel consisting of former students and current professionals will engage a discussion about this topic; exploring challenges such as supervision issues, team dynamics, upholding ethical standards, and the balance between personal and professional values. Join this event if you’re ready to kickstart your journey to success in the field!

FREE for NYS Chapter Members
$10 for Non-Members
FREE for students from a sponsored school
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Tuesday, December 19th, at 6:00pm
Writing and Social Work: Resume Writing and Writing a Grad School Essay

During this event our panel of both recent and long term graduates will delve into the makings of a good resume and grad school essay/personal statement. Panelists will discuss how your resume and essay can catch the attention of graduate schools ,field internships and employers; showcasing your passion for social work, relevant experience, and skills. Whether applying for graduate studies, or a potential job, it is crucial to have a well crafted resume and statement!

FREE for NYS Chapter Members
$10 for Non-Members
FREE for students from a sponsored school
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Programs in the works for the spring series:

  • Like it or not: Social work is political; How you can advocate on a larger scale, no matter if you’re micro or macro
  • Addressing Anti-Racism and Confronting Privilege in Policy Practice
  • Legislative Education and Action Day
  • What Can’t You Do With a MSW? A Social Work Career Panel
  • NYS Social Work Licensing 101 (Presented by the Evan Seiden, LCSW, Executive Secretary to the State Board for Social Work and the State Board for Mental Health Practitioners)
  • Graduation Celebration & Supporting Your Next Steps

Sponsorship

Our goal is to make the Survive & Thrive Student Series free for all social work students in New York State. It is crucial that all social work students have access to this series not only as an educational and experiential resource, but also to introduce NASW-NYS as a trustworthy support system throughout their academic and career lifecycle.

By sponsoring the Survive & Thrive Student Series, you will be contribute to the strengthening of the NYS social work body, the NYS Chapter, and our capacity to enhance  social work practice; and the policies, services, and programs that promote social justice throughout New York State.

Individual Sponsorship
$100 - Click here to purchase

• Personal registration
• Free registration for full year series for 2 non-member students
• Name listed on donor page of the Student Series webpage
• Name announced at start of all Student Series events

Schools of Social Work Sponsorship Packages

$1,500
Large Social Work Program
Over 200 total students enrolled in the 2023-2024 academic year across all programs (BSW, MSW, PhD, DSW)

Free registration to all events for all students

Grad Fair Registration to highlight your BSW, MSW, PhD, and/or DSW programs on November 30

Recognition on Student Series page and promotional emails

Acknowledgement at student series events

Recognition in main page social media post

Ad in Member Update to all NYS Chapter Members to be placed by September, 2024

Ad in CE Catalogue to 55,000+ contacts to be placed by September, 2024

Your school logo will be added to the Student Membership webpage under 'Schools Committed to Supporting Their Students'

Your school will be added to the Schools of Social Work webpage with a 400 word description and 3 links of your choice. Schools listed by alphabetical order. Webpage will be published after Grad Fair through October 2024.

Purchase this package
$1,000
Medium Social Work Program
Between 100-199 total students enrolled in the 2023-2024 academic year across all programs (BSW, MSW, PhD, DSW)

Free registration to all events for all students

Grad Fair Registration to highlight your BSW, MSW, PhD, and/or DSW programs on November 30

Recognition on Student Series page and promotional emails

Acknowledgement at student series events

Recognition in main page social media post

Ad in Member Update to all NYS Chapter Members to be placed by September, 2024

Ad in CE Catalogue to 55,000+ contacts to be placed by September, 2024

Your school logo will be added to the Student Membership webpage under 'Schools Committed to Supporting Their Students'

Your school will be added to the Schools of Social Work webpage with a 400 word description and 3 links of your choice. Schools listed by alphabetical order. Webpage will be published after Grad Fair through October 2024.

Purchase this package
$500
Small Social Work Program
Less than 99 total students enrolled in the 2023-2024 academic year across all programs (BSW, MSW, PhD, DSW)

Free registration to all events for all students

Grad Fair Registration to highlight your BSW, MSW, PhD, and/or DSW programs on November 30

Recognition on Student Series page and promotional emails

Acknowledgement at student series events

Recognition in main page social media post

Ad in Member Update to all NYS Chapter Members to be placed by September, 2024

Ad in CE Catalogue to 55,000+ contacts to be placed by September, 2024

Your school logo will be added to the Student Membership webpage under 'Schools Committed to Supporting Their Students'

Your school will be added to the Schools of Social Work webpage with a 400 word description and 3 links of your choice. Schools listed by alphabetical order. Webpage will be published after Grad Fair through October 2024.

Purchase this package

Student Membership

In addition to all the benefits of regular member, our student membership has expanded programming and resources to support the scholar in their environment. The expansion of free student benefits has included practice education trainings, networking, and advocacy programming to enhance the social work education experience. This series will build on NASW-NYS as a trustworthy and dependable resource for leadership development, peer support, exposure to a wide variety of unique and specific practice areas, and anti-racism and anti-oppressive self-reflection and training. To learn more about student membership, click here.

How can you use your power and gain experience at the NYS Chapter?
          • Guide the future of social work in NYS as a Board Member
          • Chair or sit on a NASW-NYS committee that aligns with your interests
          • Host a Chapter Chat on a topic you are passionate about
          • Participate in a special interest group to network across the state and Nation
          • Advocate for and develop support systems in the NYS Chapter for yourself and others
          • Co-host NASW-NYS events at your school 

Social Work Student Leadership Committee

At NASW-NYS, there is no decision about you without you. The Survive and Thrive Student Series is overseen by the Social Work Student Leadership Committee (SWSLC). The SWSLC is responsible for recruiting student members, developing support structures for social work students across New York State, and contributing to the social work student conference.

Chair(s):
Melissa Torregrossa, BSW, MSW Board Rep as Co-Chair, Stony Brook University

Members:
Minghuang Wang, BSW, Columbia University School of Social Work
Lauren Walsh, Stony Brook University
Stephanie Blackwell, Molloy University
Kelly Madden, University at Buffalo