Resources
Counseling & Crisis Resources
TWU Student Counseling: 940-898-4357
UNT Student Counseling: 940-565-2741
National Suicide Hotline: 800-784-2433
Denton County Crisis Line: 800-762-0157
Dallas Suicide Crisis Center: 214-828-1000
Tarrant County Crisis Center:817-335-3022
Grayson/Cooke/Fannin Crisis Line: 877-277-2226
TWU Care Office: 940-898-2789
All program info including Field Manual and JMSW Handbook are found on the JMSW website. We can help you navigate any questions you have about them, just shoot us an email!
Continuing Education Opportunities
NASW TX/LA Virtual Community Event Series:
International Social Work Panel: Meeting Needs Across the Globe
Our global climate demands that social workers fight for vulnerable populations, not just in our backyard, but across oceans and borders. Understanding the value of international social work and how to get involved is an incredible first step.
November 16th 6pm to 7pm CT through zoom
What can you expect to gain from this session?
International Social Work Relevance: Learn the importance of international social work from professionals who engage in global initiatives, as well as how people can get involved.
Social Work on An International Scale: Insights into how the social work perspective informs international program planning.
Panelists: Real-world examples of social workers making an impact among global communities.
Q&A Session: Bring your burning questions for our panelists!
Why Attend?
Whether you're a social work practitioner, student, or just curious about our changing world, this session will offer you a fresh perspective on the realm of international social work and global opportunities. If you know someone who might benefit from this session, please feel free to forward this invitation. Free for both members and non-members.
Register link here: https://linktr.ee/NASWTXLACommunitySeries
Links for CE app and eval:
https://www.naswtx.org/page/AVFCECertRequest
https://www.naswtx.org/page/CEEvaluation
Networking Opportunities
The 47th Annual NASW Texas State Conference will be held on October 12-14th at Galveston, Texas! Student volunteers pay just $50-$60 for conference registration (75% off)! This discount is to thank you for your contribution of 4 volunteer hours. Register to be a Volunteer by Sept. 13. Learn more here!
Also, look out for NASW student webinars on the third Thursday each month, 5:00-6:30 pm CT to support your student journey!
Graduation
UNT Regalia SW Color: Citron, TWU Regalia SW Color: Gold
Lcsw Supervision Option(s)
Tascha Reese, LCSW-S
For virtual or in-person clinical supervision information,
please contact Tascha at: 903-372-6883 or treese@therapysecure.com
Scholarships
UNT BTIIC Grant Program
For official information, please visit: https://btiicproject.unt.edu/
The goal of the bilingual & trauma informed integrated care grant is to promote the development of integrated primary and behavioral health services to better address the needs of clients, whether seen in behavioral health or primary care provider settings. Their primary focus is on children and youth in transition; trauma informed interventions; and on minoritized bilingual clients.
The grant application is open to UNT-assigned students
TWU students can have access to learning materials and may attend face-to-face conferences
To gain access to learning materials please email: kennedy.simmons@unt.edu
Upcoming conference: Saturday, December 3 at UNT Frisco campus. More details to come!
The Texas Woman’s University (TWU) Urban Fellows Internship Program provides $1,000 scholarships to eligible undergraduate and graduate students who obtain unpaid summer or semester internships at nonprofit, community, or governmental organizations. Our mission is to provide financial support for students who desire an opportunity to gain valuable internship experience at organizations that are historically unpaid. Funding provided by the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership (JNIWL). The Urban Fellows Program will help develop future community and government leaders and enhance the interaction of TWU with city government and nonprofit organizations. Scholarships are awarded by the Career Connections Center scholarship committee.
The UNT Career Center is offering scholarships in the form of stipends for current students participating in unpaid internships. The intention of the scholarship is to encourage and support experiential learning opportunities that help students prepare for their careers. Find more details here!