Extended orientation sessions provide structured opportunities and spaces (facilitated by affiliated faculty and the MSW program administration) for new and returning students to connect and receive information on identity affirming supports at the program, university, and Greater Pittsburgh community levels. Although the topics are specialized in areas of focus and identity for students, all students are welcome, and all students who are advocates or interested in the topic are encouraged to attend.
Each session will consist of the following components:
• Didactic/Educational component (handouts on resources)
• Food and fellowship (for in-person events)
• Community-level resources (third spaces)
• Invited speakers (where applicable)
All sessions will be held in CL 2017, unless otherwise specified. Catering will be provided for in-person sessions; in accordance with university policy, RSVPs will be required for these events.