Health Social Work Grand Rounds: Advocacy is for Everyone: Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Practices that Sustain Practitioners and the Communities We Serve
2026-04-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
📢 Featured Presentation: “Advocacy is for Everyone: Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Practices that Sustain Practitioners and the Communities We Serve”🔹 Speaker: Melissa McRoy Shearer, JD, LBSW📅 Date: Monday, April 20, 2026⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT📍 Location: Hybrid Event

In-Person: HDB 1.208 (Lunch Provided)

Virtual: Zoom link TBA

🎓 CEUs are available for this free event.

Responsible Conduct of Research
2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:00 | UT School of Social Work (Walter Webb Hall), 405 W 25th St, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
Join Dr. Mary-Ellen Brown, Dr. Esther Calzada and Dr. Mary A. Steinhardt for a conversation on institutional and systemic constraints on ethical research.

cAPPstone Showcase
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Masters of Science in Social Work (MSSW) students in the Administrative and Policy Practice track will showcase the culmination of their semester-long work in their Capstone course. There will be posters, presentations, and video projects that integrate classroom knowledge and skills into macro practice, addressing real-world issues in policy, systems, and communities. Celebrate with light beverages and refreshments our commitment to system changes that address issues such as poverty, discrimination, and resource gaps through advocacy, community organizing, policy development, and administration.

Moritz Center Lunch & Learn - Dr. Fiona Conway + Dr. Khamron Micheals
2026-04-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Bring your lunch and listen to Dr. Fiona Conway discuss her research, Recovery Support Services and Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum, followed by postdoc Dr. Khamron Micheals presenting Rethinking Pulmonary Function Testing: Interpretation, Equity, and Clinical Impact.

Lunch and Learns provide an informal space for our SSW community to explore diverse research topics and foster collaboration.

Charcuterie provided!

The Spring Student Send-Off
2026-04-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Students are invited to relax and be sent off from the semester in style with UT Social Work and the Social Work Council! This event will offer refreshments, a chill environment, live music, and activities such as crafting and board games. Pick up some UT Social Work and Social Work Council swag, and meet with your school faculty and leaders as you prepare for the end of the academic year!

The Power of Pause: Building Trust & Resilience Together — Presented by the Mental Health Collab
2026-04-24 12:30 - 14:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
This interactive workshop centers on connection, presence, and collective learning, creating space to strengthen trust and collaboration as we close the spring semester. The session will be facilitated by Mental Health Collab leads Anita Guajardo, Lauren Gulbas, and Vanessa Klodnick. Food will be provided, and all are welcome.

Invited Speaker: Mritunjay Tiwari (presented by the Health Research-Practice Collab and Office of Health Affairs)
2026-04-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Join the Health Research-Practice Collab and the Office of Health Affairs for a conversation with Mritunjay Tiwari, Co-founder and CEO of Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital.

He will share his personal journey, insights from his work on the ground in Bihar, India, and how compassionate leadership can drive meaningful change at scale.

Moritz Center Concert & Community with Ruby Dice
2026-04-29 16:30 - 18:30
Join the Moritz Center for Societal Impact at the iconic Hole in the Wall for an evening of live music with the incredibly talented Ruby Dice and her full band. Start the night with two-step lesson set to live music during the first 30 minutes!

UT Social Work Commencement
2026-05-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin, TX, 78712, United States

Memorial Day - University Closed
2026-05-25 00:00 - 23:59

Mental Health Records Convening (IMLS)
2026-05-31 00:00 - 23:59

Emancipation Day - University Closed
2026-06-19 00:00 - 23:59

Resume/CL Workshop (in-person)
2026-09-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-14 12:30 - 13:30 | DiNitto Career Center (Walter Webb Hall 234), 405 W 25th St, Austin, 78705
Join us for a hands-on in person workshop designed to help you craft a compelling resume and cover letter that stands out to employers! This interactive session will guide you through the essentials of resume and cover letter writing, from structuring your content to highlighting your key achievements and skills.

What to Expect:

Interactive Exercises: Participate in activities that focus on identifying your unique strengths and translating them into impactful resume statements.

Peer Review Sessions: Engage with fellow participants to exchange ideas and insights, helping each other refine and enhance resumes.

RSVP via 12Twenty available here.

Career Exploration (virtual) Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
2026-09-11 12:00 - 13:30
Curious about where your social work degree can take you? Join us this spring for our Career Exploration Series, where we bring practicing social workers directly to you! Each session features professionals working in diverse areas of the field from substance misuse treatment and somatic therapy to advocacy and beyond. Hear firsthand what it’s really like to work in these specializations, ask your burning questions, and discover pathways you might not have considered. Whether you’re exploring options or narrowing your focus, these conversations will help you envision your future in social work.

Topics to be announced in January. Open to all social work students and alumni!

RSVP via 12Twenty available here.

Breakfast with Change makers: Advocacy in collaboration with LBJ School
2026-09-24 08:15 - 10:00

Career Exploration (virtual)
2026-10-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-13 12:00 - 13:00

Day in the Life of a Social Worker Panel
2026-10-13 11:00 - 12:30 | DiNitto Career Center (Walter Webb Hall 234), 405 W 25th St, Austin, 78705
Mode: In person

Location: Walter Webb Hall- 2nd Floor, Common Area

Wondering what your typical day looks like for social workers in different areas of the field? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring experienced social workers from hospice, policy, private practice, and government agencies as they share their unique perspectives and answer your questions!

Click here to register for the event.

LCSW Panel (virtual)
2026-10-28 12:30 - 14:00

Fall Career Fair
2026-11-11 01:00 - 15:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Mode: In person

Location: Walter Webb- 2nd Floor, Common Area

Attend our social work career fair to connect and learn more about social work opportunities. If you want to network, explore new career pathways, and take the next step in your professional journey, this event is for you!

Registration coming soon.

Create Your 2027 Vision Board
2027-01-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Ready to turn those “someday” dreams into “this year” goals? Join us Friday, January 20th from 12 – 1 pm in the 2nd floor common area of Walter Webb Hall for a creative goal-setting session that’s part vision board party, part life designing. We’re breaking out the magazines, markers, and motivational vibes as you design a vision board or build a goal punch card to literally check off your wins throughout 2026. Snacks, supplies, and serious inspiration—all provided!

Open to all social work students and alumni! RSVP via 12Twenty available here.

Decoding a job description/how to start your job search process (virtual)
2027-02-10 13:00 - 14:00

Group practice workshop w/ Michelle Zadrozny (virtual) 1-2pm
2027-02-25 13:00 - 14:00

Spring Career Fair
2027-03-03 01:00 - 15:00 | Walter Webb Hall 2nd Floor, 405 W 25TH ST, Ausitn
Connect with employers actively seeking social work talent for full-time and part-time positions across the field. This is your chance to make face-to-face connections, learn about organizations doing impactful work, and explore what the job market really looks like for social workers. Whether you’re graduating soon or just curious about career possibilities, come ready to network, ask questions, and discover where your social work skills are in demand.

Business casual attire recommended. Bring copies of your resume. Employer list coming soon!

RSVP via 12Twenty available here.

Careers in Disability Advocacy
2027-04-09 12:00 - 13:00
