Student Resources
Collectively, our current students represent the next generation of social workers who will tackle worldwide challenges and create positive social change within communities, and throughout nations. We take our role in your education seriously and remain fully committed to preparing you for a long and successful career.
Social Work Clubs and Organizations
Learn about ways to be more involved in social work through the CSW Ambassadors Program, FSU Association of Student Social Works, Social Work Doctoral Student Organization, the National Association of Social Workers, and Phi Alpha.
There are several professional organizations students are encouraged to join such as the Big Bend Unit of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). For information, contact the Unit Chair by email at bigbend.naswfl@socialworkers.org. Join us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/nasw.flbigbend. These organizations welcome student members and actively include students in program planning and activities. In addition, numerous FSU educational, social, and service organizations are open to undergraduate and graduate social work students.
The mission of the Macro Social Work Student Network (MSWSN) is to promote the value of macro social work practice through education, networking, and activism. As social work students, we noticed that there is a lack of resources and representation for social leadership students. Naturally, where there is a need for resources social work students are there to create! We felt that this organization would provide an opportunity to inspire and educate social work and other FSU students about macro social work career opportunities and the role of macro social work throughout communities.
Faculty Advisor:
Shalay Jackson - skjackson@fsu.edu
MSWSN President:
Becca Horn - rlh10@fsu.edu
General Contact Information: macrosw.tlh@gmail.com
Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter handle: @MSWSNFSU
Fill out the member survey or to subscribe to their email list, visit: https://forms.gle/hS8zMty11QNU43EN8
The NASW has over 200,000 members worldwide. As a member, students receive all of the benefits and privileges of a regular member at a reduced cost, including: the Social Work Journal; the monthly and state newsletters; group rate health, disability, and malpractice insurance coverage; discounts on all NASW specialty journals; and other valuable information.
Florida NASW: 1931 Dellwood Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32303.
(850) 224-2400,/ (800)352-6279/ naswfl@naswfl.org
NASW National Headquarters: NP.O. Box 96104, Washington, DC 20009-6104
(800) 638-8799
Application Timeline:
- Fall: October
- Spring: March
- Summer: Applications are not accepted
Phi Alpha, the social work honor society invites undergraduate and graduate students to apply. Eligible students are notified by the College of Social Work and invited to join Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society. This takes place in October during Fall semesters and March in Spring semesters. For further information concerning the application process, consult with the Phi Alpha faculty advisor or check out the Phi Alpha application below.
- Phi Alpha Application [PDF]
Staff Advisor:
Jennifer Jane Farinella, Ed.D.
850-645-6932 | jfarinella@fsu.edu
The DSO exists to enhance the educational experiences of Ph.D. students of the Florida State University College of Social Work by fostering communication among professionals, alumni, practitioners, faculty, and students. The organization exists to provide services that assist student development both educationally and personally.
Faculty Advisor:
Stephen Tripodi, Ph.D.
(850) 645-1572/ stripodi@fsu.edu
The SASW is a student-run organization within the FSU College of Social Work that seeks to enhance the educational and professional atmosphere within the College, while also promoting awareness of social work values within the community. The organization is open to all undergraduate and graduate students in the College. Members benefit from faculty, student and networking opportunities, and gain leadership skills through service and advocacy projects.
Staff Advisor:
Naomi Molina
(850) 645-9767 | naomi.molina@fsu.edu
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SASW President: Wayn'Nyria Johnson
Email: saswfsu@gmail.com
FSU Division of Student Affairs
Student Affairs’ website offers information for new students, about campus life at FSU, health and wellness, academics, cultural/identity/spirituality, and engagement/involvement and career planning.
Center for Leadership and Social Change
The Center offers numerous volunteer experiences for students. Students can be linked with community agencies providing service opportunities that match each students’ schedule and interests. The Center also offers numerous resources related to service, leadership and diversity.
FSU Career Center
The FSU Career Center provides comprehensive career services to students, alumni, employers, faculty/staff and other members of the FSU community.
Student Government Association
SGA provides FSU students with representation, service, and advocacy within the university structure. SGA also provides quality leadership for, and accountability to, its constituency by recognizing that strength arises from diversity, engagement, and dialogue.
University Health Services
The UHS provides a variety of medical and support services available for students, faculty and staff.
University Counseling Center
The University Counseling Center is a welcoming and confidential place that offers a variety of counseling services to students, faculty, staff, and parents.
FSU Campus Recreation
FSU Campus Rececreation offers programs and services to move people toward wellness including fitness, recreation sports and outdoor adventure opportunities.
Oglesby Student Union
The Oglesby Student Union offers programs and services to the university community including entertainment, events, food and retail, and other services.
Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)
ACE is a university learning center focused on helping students develop study skills and successful habits necessary in a large university setting and valued by future employers.
Center for Global Engagement
The Center for Global Engagement (The Globe) offers a variety of social and cultural programs that foster global understanding and awareness on campus, such as International Coffee Hour, Intercultural Program Series, Engage Your World Intercultural Dialogue Series, and Global Café. The Globe also offers the Global Citizenship Certificate, Global Partner Certificate, as well as exchange options at 40+ international universities through FSU’s Global Exchanges.
