The School of Social Work has a 32 year history of commitment to social change and a mission to prepare social work professionals who are committed to social and economic justice, human dignity and personal freedom. Increasing the diversity of the profession and our School is central to our mission. We actively seek to admit and support the success of students from diverse backgrounds who will become leaders in our complex multicultural society. The has been designed to supplement the Master of Social Work Student Handbook university publications provided to graduate students at Illinois State University. It is organized to give students in the MSW Program a convenient guide to essential information and resources. Information given in the handbook does not change, or substitute for, ISU policies and procedures published by other units of the university, and is subject to change. The provides an overview of the School of Social Master of Social Work Student Handbook Work including its history, mission, and governance; specifics of the MSW Program; critical policies and procedures including standards of student conduct and grievance procedures; computer access and use; campus resources; and opportunities for student participation. The faculty and of the School of Social Work look forward to working with you during your time in our program. We hope the is helpful to you as you begin your studies at Handbook Illinois State University. PART I: Illinois State University Illinois State University Illinois State University (ISU) has a proud heritage. It was founded in 1857 as the first public institution of higher learning in Illinois with documents drafted by Abraham Lincoln. The University’s original mandate was the preparation of teachers to meet the state’s educational needs. Today, ISU is a comprehensive institution with a much broader mission. It now provides
The School of Social Work has a 32 year history of commitment to social change and a mission to prepare social work professionals who are committed to social and economic justice, human dignity and personal freedom. Increasing the diversity of the profession and our School is central to our mission. We actively seek to admit and support the success of students from diverse backgrounds who will become leaders in our complex multicultural society. The Master of Social Work Student Handbook has been designed to supplement the university publications provided to graduate students at Illinois State University. It is organized to give students in the MSW Program a convenient guide to essential information and resources. Information given in the handbook does not change, or substitute for, ISU policies and procedures published by other units of the university, and is subject to change. The Master of Social Work Student Handbook provides an overview of the School of Social Work including its history, mission, and governance; specifics of the MSW Program; critical policies and procedures including standards of student conduct and grievance procedures; computer access and use; campus resources; and opportunities for student participation. The faculty and of the School of Social Work look forward to working with you during your time in our program. We hope the Handbook is helpful to you as you begin your studies at Illinois State University. PART I: Illinois State University Illinois State University Illinois State University (ISU) has a proud heritage. It was founded in 1857 as the first public institution of higher learning in Illinois with documents drafted by Abraham Lincoln. The University’s original mandate was the preparation of teachers to meet the state’s educational needs. Today, ISU is a comprehensive institution with a much broader mission. It now provides
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