Ongoing Opportunities
College of Health and Human Services Meetings
When: Biweekly on Mondays 2pm-3pm
Where: Aztec Student Union- Council Chambers
Cord Points: Email USWA about the meeting for 1pt
A.S. Mobile Food Pantry Volunteer
If you haven't volunteered before, you will need to complete one training. Once you have completed the training and volunteered at least once, you will receive points.
How: Follow their website. Once finished with training, you can sign up for a shift.
Cord Points: 3pts max per semester
When: Biweekly on Mondays 2pm-3pm
Where: Aztec Student Union- Council Chambers
Cord Points: Email USWA about the meeting for 1pt
A.S. Mobile Food Pantry Volunteer
If you haven't volunteered before, you will need to complete one training. Once you have completed the training and volunteered at least once, you will receive points.
How: Follow their website. Once finished with training, you can sign up for a shift.
Cord Points: 3pts max per semester
Present in your Social Work or related courses about USWA
*Preferably beginning to mid semester.
Present using our flyer and/or upcoming events.
Cord Points: 1 point each, 2 pts max per semester. Only the people who have not signed up before for our emails need to give their name and email address.
Donate Blood
When: Any time the American Red Cross is on campus.
Cord Points: Email [email protected] with a photo as proof of you donating blood! 2 pts max per semester
*Preferably beginning to mid semester.
Present using our flyer and/or upcoming events.
Cord Points: 1 point each, 2 pts max per semester. Only the people who have not signed up before for our emails need to give their name and email address.
Donate Blood
When: Any time the American Red Cross is on campus.
Cord Points: Email [email protected] with a photo as proof of you donating blood! 2 pts max per semester
Upcoming Events & Opportunities:
April
School of SWORK: Coffee for Thought
Before coming to our last meeting, join Dr. Daly and Dr. Fuentes to network and share some coffee and how your semester has been going!
When & Where: April 25th from 12 to 1:30PM, HH 141
Cord Points: Please RSVP via this link so that we can prepare with enough provisions:https://forms.gle/2rfne6rnSaL7vVmE9
Military Ally Training
Military Ally presentations are comprised of interactive discussions about relevant data, military culture, and cross-boundary communications. Those who complete the seminar receive a placard to place in their work space and lapel pin to wear as visible indicators of their support of the military community. You only need to attend one session to join the network.
When & Where: 4/26 from 8:30AM to 12:30PM.
RSVP to Todd Kennedy at [email protected] as soon as possible to secure a seat. Once you RSVP, you'll receive a separate email with the location and other details.
Cord Points: Email [email protected] with a reflection and/or a photo of your placard/pin. 3pts
Life After Graduation
BSW and Gero students are invited to attend a panel on BSW & Gero alumni speaking about their current work. You'll also learn tips for applying and interviewing, and financial literacy.
When & Where: April 26th from 9AM to 12PM, West Commons 220
Cord Points: 1 hr for 1 pt, 3 pts max. Email USWA with photos from the event and anything you learned
NAMIWalks/Runs
Join our team for the 2019 NAMIWalks event! We are walking to raise awareness of mental illness and raise funds for the important work of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
When & Where: April 27th. Check-in at 7:30AM, walk starts at 9AM.
Cord Points: Register to walk by joining our team here. If you'd like to walk or volunteer on your own, feel free! 1hr = 1 pt. If on your own, email [email protected] with pictures and/or a brief summary of your key takeaways. You can also donate to NAMI by clicking "Support Us" on our team page. $5 = 1 pt. 3 pts max
Before coming to our last meeting, join Dr. Daly and Dr. Fuentes to network and share some coffee and how your semester has been going!
When & Where: April 25th from 12 to 1:30PM, HH 141
Cord Points: Please RSVP via this link so that we can prepare with enough provisions:https://forms.gle/2rfne6rnSaL7vVmE9
Military Ally Training
Military Ally presentations are comprised of interactive discussions about relevant data, military culture, and cross-boundary communications. Those who complete the seminar receive a placard to place in their work space and lapel pin to wear as visible indicators of their support of the military community. You only need to attend one session to join the network.
When & Where: 4/26 from 8:30AM to 12:30PM.
RSVP to Todd Kennedy at [email protected] as soon as possible to secure a seat. Once you RSVP, you'll receive a separate email with the location and other details.
Cord Points: Email [email protected] with a reflection and/or a photo of your placard/pin. 3pts
Life After Graduation
BSW and Gero students are invited to attend a panel on BSW & Gero alumni speaking about their current work. You'll also learn tips for applying and interviewing, and financial literacy.
When & Where: April 26th from 9AM to 12PM, West Commons 220
Cord Points: 1 hr for 1 pt, 3 pts max. Email USWA with photos from the event and anything you learned
NAMIWalks/Runs
Join our team for the 2019 NAMIWalks event! We are walking to raise awareness of mental illness and raise funds for the important work of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
When & Where: April 27th. Check-in at 7:30AM, walk starts at 9AM.
Cord Points: Register to walk by joining our team here. If you'd like to walk or volunteer on your own, feel free! 1hr = 1 pt. If on your own, email [email protected] with pictures and/or a brief summary of your key takeaways. You can also donate to NAMI by clicking "Support Us" on our team page. $5 = 1 pt. 3 pts max
Past Events:
Binational Multidisciplinary Conference
Learn how trafficking, migration, violence, and trauma affect individuals and communities on both sides of the border.
When & Where: March 8th, 8:30AM-5PM at Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
404 Euclid Ave, San Diego, California 92114
Cord Points: Whether you attend or volunteer for this conference, register here. After registering and you are volunteering, also sign up here. 1 pt for 1 hr, 3 pts max. Send pictures and/or a short summary of what you learned to [email protected]
Create Equal Access for All Conference
"Together we will create accessible communities and workplaces." Learn best practices for serving people with disabilities.
When & Where: March 15th, 9AM-4PM at Marina Village Conference Center in the Bayview & Dockside Rooms
1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
Cord Points: Whether you attend or volunteer for this conference, register here. After registering and you are volunteering, also sign up here. 1 pt for 1 hr, 3 pts max. Send pictures and/or a short summary of what you learned to [email protected]
Advocacy Thru FAM Conference
Learn to advocate for healthier communities!
When & Where: February 10th, 11:30AM-4:30PM at Fair@44, 4350 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
Cord Points: Click here to view the event schedule. Attend the conference by registering via this link, and email us a reflection of what you learned, up to 2 pts. To volunteer, sign up here. Please follow all instructions on the page. 1 hr = 1 pt, for max 3 pts.
Children’s Library Annual Resource Family Picnic
Join USWA in reading stories and singing songs to youth and their families, as well as helping families sign up for library cards.
When: Sunday, October 14th, 2018 from 11AM-2PM (you do not have to stay the whole time)
Where: Admiral Baker Park - 2400 Admiral Baker Rd, San Diego, CA 92124
Cord Points: Email [email protected] ASAP if you can make it. 2pts max.
FAM Community Event
Join USWA in volunteering at this unique and fun community event by FAM at the Dojo Cafe!
When: Sunday, October 14th, 2018 4PM-8PM
Where: The Dojo Cafe - 4350 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
Cord Points: Email [email protected] if interested as well as our Volunteer Coordinator, Linda Naranjo at [email protected] with your name, preferred activity, and phone number. 2 pts max
CHHS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Team
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events raise money for the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives from breast cancer, raise awareness about breast cancer prevention, and honor survivors. Join CHHS’ Walk team or donate to their cause!
When: Sunday, October 21, 2018. Registration begins at 6:30AM. Walk begins at 7:30AM.
Where: Balboa Park - Corner of 6th Ave and Laurel St., San Diego, CA.
Cord Points: 2pts for walking. Donating $5 = 1pt. Can only receive max of 3pts if you Walk and Donate.
NYU Silver School of Social Work Graduate Program
USWA is hosting Sita Goetschius, a recruiter from the NYU Silver School of Social Work. We invite you to attend to learn about the school’s graduate program! Pizza will be provided.
When: Friday, October 26, 2018 from 2:00 to 3:30PM
Where: Aztec Student Union - Aztlan, 230A
Cord Points: 2pts. Register here so we can have an accurate count for food!
Learn how trafficking, migration, violence, and trauma affect individuals and communities on both sides of the border.
When & Where: March 8th, 8:30AM-5PM at Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
404 Euclid Ave, San Diego, California 92114
Cord Points: Whether you attend or volunteer for this conference, register here. After registering and you are volunteering, also sign up here. 1 pt for 1 hr, 3 pts max. Send pictures and/or a short summary of what you learned to [email protected]
Create Equal Access for All Conference
"Together we will create accessible communities and workplaces." Learn best practices for serving people with disabilities.
When & Where: March 15th, 9AM-4PM at Marina Village Conference Center in the Bayview & Dockside Rooms
1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
Cord Points: Whether you attend or volunteer for this conference, register here. After registering and you are volunteering, also sign up here. 1 pt for 1 hr, 3 pts max. Send pictures and/or a short summary of what you learned to [email protected]
Advocacy Thru FAM Conference
Learn to advocate for healthier communities!
When & Where: February 10th, 11:30AM-4:30PM at Fair@44, 4350 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
Cord Points: Click here to view the event schedule. Attend the conference by registering via this link, and email us a reflection of what you learned, up to 2 pts. To volunteer, sign up here. Please follow all instructions on the page. 1 hr = 1 pt, for max 3 pts.
Children’s Library Annual Resource Family Picnic
Join USWA in reading stories and singing songs to youth and their families, as well as helping families sign up for library cards.
When: Sunday, October 14th, 2018 from 11AM-2PM (you do not have to stay the whole time)
Where: Admiral Baker Park - 2400 Admiral Baker Rd, San Diego, CA 92124
Cord Points: Email [email protected] ASAP if you can make it. 2pts max.
FAM Community Event
Join USWA in volunteering at this unique and fun community event by FAM at the Dojo Cafe!
When: Sunday, October 14th, 2018 4PM-8PM
Where: The Dojo Cafe - 4350 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
Cord Points: Email [email protected] if interested as well as our Volunteer Coordinator, Linda Naranjo at [email protected] with your name, preferred activity, and phone number. 2 pts max
CHHS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Team
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events raise money for the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives from breast cancer, raise awareness about breast cancer prevention, and honor survivors. Join CHHS’ Walk team or donate to their cause!
When: Sunday, October 21, 2018. Registration begins at 6:30AM. Walk begins at 7:30AM.
Where: Balboa Park - Corner of 6th Ave and Laurel St., San Diego, CA.
Cord Points: 2pts for walking. Donating $5 = 1pt. Can only receive max of 3pts if you Walk and Donate.
NYU Silver School of Social Work Graduate Program
USWA is hosting Sita Goetschius, a recruiter from the NYU Silver School of Social Work. We invite you to attend to learn about the school’s graduate program! Pizza will be provided.
When: Friday, October 26, 2018 from 2:00 to 3:30PM
Where: Aztec Student Union - Aztlan, 230A
Cord Points: 2pts. Register here so we can have an accurate count for food!