Current students
Welcome to our section for current students.
You'll find resources, documents and forms that will help you be personally and professionally successful during your time at VCU. Remember, if you need assistance, please contact your advisor or the Office of Student Success at sswadvising@vcu.edu.
Explore current student resources
Check out our podcast, "Community Unveiled"
VCU social work students can submit anonymous feedback, questions or topics you'd like addressed via our monthly podcast. Stevara Haley Clark, Ed.D., interim associate dean for academic and student affairs, will answer the discuss your submissions candidly to ensure your voices are heard. ⇨ Listen and subscribe.
🐏 Introducing The SSWeekly email + web page
Starting Fall 2024, The SSWeekly replace the Resource Wire email newsletter. We'll continue to publish Tuesday afternoons (except during holiday weeks). Look for a more streamlined email that is easier to browse, and bookmark our new student news and announcements web page to find the latest information before it’s published via email.
Contact your advisor
Find your student success advisor's contact information and reach out if you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment.
Explore scholarships and aid
Review scholarships available to School of Social Work students, as well as other aid opportunities such as the Child Welfare Stipend Program.
Access documents and forms
Find documents and forms for your program, field education and more.
Discover academic resources
From writing help to professional development opportunities, we offer school-specific resources and also partner with VCU units to ensure student success, including Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO) for those requesting services and accommodations.
Find field education details
Learn what to expect from your field experience, where to find the field education manual and calendar, and how to apply for your next placement. All relevant application deadlines are on the student calendar.
Request independent study/directed research
All students can create their own specialized learning experience and pursue educational goals outside of the curriculum by requesting independent study. Ph.D. students also participate in directed research.
Apply for emergency funding
The Pay It Forward Emergency Fund was created to assist our social work students who encounter an unforeseen financial emergency that would otherwise prevent them from continuing their education at VCU. Currently enrolled social work students in the B.S.W., M.S.W. and Ph.D. programs may apply if they meet eligibility requirements.
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