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There are nearly 5,000 alumni of the
School, residing in 50 states and 19 foreign countries. Together
they form a vast network of skilled professionals providing leadership
in a variety of social work settings including family service agencies,
mental health centers, child welfare agencies, schools and hospitals.
They are a vital and professionally involved group with a strong
commitment to the School and to the profession of social work.
Realizing that field placement can be
period of uncertainty for students, Smith College School for Social
Work's alumni network around the country offers support to students
in many ways.
Here's a list of some of the services
our alumni offer to students:
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Housing
ideas, resources, listings |
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Temporary
housing while resettling or apartment hunting |
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Household
furnishings or odds 'n ends for new apartments |
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Community/neighborhood
information (e.g. maps, transportation, safe areas,
where to study, where to shop/exercise/relax, etc.) |
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Part-time
job resources |
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Low-cost
psychotherapy (referrals and sometimes direct provision
as appropriate) |
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Support
groups |
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Assistance
with interview preparation, résumés, cover letters,
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Mentorships |
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Clinical
supervision hours (for SCSSW doctoral students) AND |
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A warm
welcome, a listening ear and a feeling of "home
away from home." |
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