Student Event Series

You’re There for a Reason: Keeping Your "Social Workiness"

Thursday, May 18, 2023
6:00-7:30 pm ET

Social workers often find themselves one of a few or one of one social workers in their agency or milieu. It is easy to become absorbed into the perspectives of other professions when you are outnumbered. This NASW Student Series webinar will focus on how important it is for new (and seasoned) social workers not to lose their mission and values – their “social workiness.” You were hired into your position for a reason, whether your boss knows that reason or not. We will discuss how you can advocate for your clients, yourself, and your profession.

Presenter: Lynn Stanley, LICSW. Executive Director NASW NH & NASW VT

Register for "You're There for a Reason: Keeping Your 'Social Workiness'"

Dual Degrees in Social Work 

Thursday, June 15, 2023
6:00-7:30 pm ET

It is not uncommon for social workers to consider dual degree programs during undergrad, graduate, or doctoral programs. Besides social work, many individuals also pursue degrees in law, business, public policy, public health, urban planning, information sciences, and more. What can be some of the benefits of combining degrees and specialties? Social work students from across the country are invited to NASW's June 2023 Student Series webinar, where they will hear directly from a panel of dual-degreed individuals about their experiences and career trajectories. Bring your questions! 

Register for "Dual Degrees in Social Work"

Building Your Personal Brand as an Emerging Social Worker

POSTPONED: Date TBD 

Join NASW and nationally known social work career coach Harleny Vasquez, LMSW, as she facilitates a conversation on how emerging social workers can build your personal brand to market themselves effectively to get hired using platforms such as LinkedIn.

Registration link coming soon for "Building Your Personal Brand as an Emerging Social Worker"

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Student Scholarships

NASW-ND invites North Dakota Social Work students to apply for a student scholarship! Scholarships are awarded once per year in the fall. Both BSW and MSW students may apply. 

BSW Student Scholarship: $500
MSW Student Scholarship: $500

Requirements:

• All applicants must be an NASW-ND member in good standing.
• Applicant must be currently enrolled in a CSWE accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) program.
• Applications will be evaluated on the quality of the applicant’s personal statement, community involvement and educational performance.  
• Applicants must have at least one semester of school remaining before graduation.

• Please explain how you have exemplified the characteristics of Social Justice and leadership in your life. 
• List any activities with which you have been involved. Please indicate, where appropriate, any leadership positions you have held.  
• If you have been employed, performed volunteer work, had practicum experiences, or held other positions of responsibility, please describe the length, dates and duties of your position(s). 
• Applicants who have significant experience in working with minority groups are requested to highlight such experience. 
• What is your experience with the NASW-ND chapter?
• How do you see yourself involved in the NASW during your social work career?

• Name of school attending
• Major/Minor
• Anticipated graduation date
• An unofficial copy of your transcripts from your college experience, including your current GPA.

Additional attachments (in addition to transcripts):

• A copy of your updated resume 
• One Letter of reference from professors, employers or supervisors, excluding family or friends

Scholarships will open in the late spring. If you would like to be emailed once the scholarships open, please sign up here. 

National Scholarships

The NASW Foundation Awards Scholarships each year in the spring. For more information on these scholarships, click here.