Student Support and Resources
BASW Program Events
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Scholarships
Scholarships for BASW Students
This document contains information and links for both on and off campus scholarships. Please email halling3@msu.edu if you cannot access these links.
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Professional Development Resources
Make sure to check out the information sessions recorded by Emily Langhart (BASW Student Support Coordinator)
Searching for Social Work Jobs and Gap Year Opportunities This session offers practical tips and resources for finding social work jobs and exploring gap year opportunities. Learn how to identify the right opportunities for your goals, network effectively, and leverage AI tools to streamline your job search process.
Creating a Resume and Cover Letter
In this session, you’ll get step-by-step guidance on crafting strong resumes and cover letters tailored to social work positions. Discover how to highlight your skills and experiences, and see how AI tools can help refine and enhance your application materials.Check out this folder containing resources around resume building, cover letters, and job searches.
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Resources for Freshmen
This folder contains curated resources for BASW freshmen including articles for navigating freshmen year.
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College of Social Science “Your Journey to Success” Videos
How to ride the bus and tips for larger courses
Study tips, study groups, and engagement in large courses
Advising and office hours, building relationships for your future
The College of Social Science is excited to share some engaging peer-to-peer videos created just for you! These videos are designed to help you make the most of university resources and boost your academic success. You’ll find tips on where to study effectively, how to thrive in large courses, and how to make the best use of office hours and advising appointments.
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The Writing Center
The Writing Center is a great university resource. It offers one-on-one peer writing consultations, writing workshops, and graduate and creative writing groups.
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Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities
The Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities offers support, opportunities, resources, and services for students with disabilities. One of the most commonly used resources is called a VISA. This is documentation the RCPD provides that enables students to receive accommodations for classes.
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Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
CAPS offers mental health services to MSU students which includes short-term individual counseling, group counseling, medication, referrals to other services, and more.
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Ombudsperson
The Office of the University Ombudsperson offers a confidential place to discuss both academic and nonacademic concerns that may relate to Michigan State University students.