Professional Development
The BSSW Program provides a learning environment that supports your growth as a professional. Professional mentoring activities can help you make the most of your college experience while achieving academic, career, and personal goals.
If you are interested in growing your professional skillset and network through any of these development opportunities, speak with your BSSW Program Advisor.
Social Work Day at the Capitol (SWDC): Students participate in this day-long event each spring when the Minnesota Legislature is in session. For more information about Social Work Day at the Capitol go to NASW-Minnesota.
Professional Licensure Support: Department faculty offer licensing exam study groups each semester. Also, Minnesota Board of Licensing staff come to campus every fall to discuss professional licensing.
BSSW Program Student Advisory Council: The BSSW Student Advisory Council is an opportunity to be involved with departmental decision-making and represent the BSSW program at events.
Program Search Committees: When the Program has the opportunity to hire faculty or staff, you could participate as a member of the committee that reviews applicant materials and interviews candidates.
Social Work Honors Day: The BSSW Program hosts an annual awards event to recognize the students who receive scholarships and the work of our alumni and organizations that support our program.
Social Work Clubs: The Phi Alpha Honor Society, Eta Alpha Chapter and the Social Work Student Club are the department’s two recognized student organizations. More information
Educational travel: You can complete coursework for academic credit or internship experiences in the US or around the world. For more information, visit the Center for Global Engagement.
Financial support: Financial support is available, not only for your college tuition and related expenses, but also for professional development, conference presentations, and educational travel. More information
Program mentors: You are encouraged to work with a Program mentor to learn research and professional writing skills. Under the guidance of a Professional Mentor you may complete a research project, publish articles, and/or make presentations at local, state, national and international conferences.
Cultural engagement: We encourage you to become involved in events and activities to expand your understanding of different cultures. You can find opportunities on campus and in the community.
Civic Engagement: By nature, social workers are engaged in their communities. To get started, visit the Community Engagement Office.
Professional Organizations: Faculty are involved in and support your participation in many local, state, national, and international organizations, including but not limited to:
