Mission Statement
The Student Social Work Organization  (SSWO) provides students with opportunities to get involved with  important  social issues,
 and to foster communication and interaction between students,  faculty, and administrators in the Division of Social Work. The SSWO
coordinates  fund raising events, organizes volunteer activities, hosts special  events with  guest speakers,
and sponsors social activities of interest to students.
 Why should you join?
SSWO provides opportunities for:
  Networking           increase the exchange of information among students, faculty, administrators and community service providers  
  Development        provide a number of opportunities to engage in professional development activities (service to   community, 
                                      fundraising events, etc), leadership development (opportunities to  be  involved in the planning, 
                                      coordination and implementation of various projects),  exposure to individuals in the field (guest 
                                      speakers, site visits)
 Fun                            activities will be planned to celebrate our successes as an organization as  well  as to form 
                                      relationships among new students who are interested in learning more  about social work

Some potential activities for the school year include:
A fundraising activity – Bake Sale for toy drive
A faculty / student meet and greet   (open house)
Guest lecturers & site visits
Identification of an on-going community service project
Acknowledgement of Social Work graduates (party, dinner, breakfast)
Other ideas…please! 
Remember,  this is your organization,  so the greater the involvement and effort, the more
successful your outcomes  will be.

 
The U of M Student Social Work Organization (SSWO) is a registered student organization with the Office of Student Activities and Services at University of Memphis. SSWO meets monthly, and is student-led -- the activities and  leaders are decided by the students. SSWO members are encouraged to participate according to individual needs and circumstances. Members are encouraged to pay a one time fee of $20 for a lifetime membership. Membership is NOT limited to social work  majors. All registered U of M students are welcome.