Community building is an important part of social work and it\u2019s an important part of our school\u2019s MSW experience. That\u2019s why we bring <\/span>students from all programs together<\/span> for First Thursdays, an event series that offers current students an opportunity to meet with peers, faculty, administrators, advisors, and alumni to make connections, while learning from content experts on a variety of topics.<\/span><\/p>\n First Thursdays are held on the first Thursday evening of each month via Zoom.<\/p>\n Join us for a presentation and discussion with Dana L. Benton, Ed.M., MSW, LICSW, BUSSW\u2019s director of Career Services, Alumni & External Relations. This presentation will cover the types of appointments and supports offered to students as they prepare to graduate including Career Exploration, The Job Search, Job Offers and Counteroffers, Building a Professional Network, Licensure Preparation, and Resumes. \u00a0Th program is meant to provide resources and get students thinking about developing a plan of action as they prepare to launch their social work career.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Event 1 | <\/strong>Social Work Licensing Overview <\/strong>| 7:00-8:00 PM EST<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n This workshop offers a general overview of licensing requirements and the opportunity to hear from BUSSW alums about their experiences navigating the licensure process.<\/p>\n Presented by Meg Matthews & Diane Zipoli, Online Programs Student Services Administrators, BUSSW<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Event 1 | <\/strong>Social Work Licensing Exam Prep Workshop\u00a0<\/strong>| 7:00-8:15\u00a0PM EST<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n This workshop will provide an overview of the ASWB\u00a0licensing\u00a0exam, which is required in many states for initial licensure. It will cover exam\u00a0preparation resources, what to expect when taking the exam, and test-taking strategies. We will also review sample test questions to expose students to the types of questions asked.<\/p>\n Presented by Meg Matthews & Diane Zipoli, Online Programs Student Services Administrators, BUSSW<\/p>\n Register<\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Check out recordings of past First Thursdays under \u201cEvents\u201d in the Student Resources and Communications Hub on Online Campus.<\/p>\n Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact event organizer Diane Zipoli<\/strong><\/a>, 3 weeks prior to this event to discuss your needs.<\/p>\nSpring 2026 Event Schedule<\/h4>\n
May 7, 2026<\/h3>
Event 1 | Starting Your Social Work Career: Helpful Hints, Tips and Tricks | 7:00-8:00 PM EST<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n
Summer 2026 Event Schedule<\/h4>\n
June 4, 2026<\/h3>
August 6, 2026<\/h3>
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