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Info for: Students

Hello, students! We're so glad you're part of our community. And we’re here to help. Use this page to find the resources you need to support your full experience.

Our Five Core Principles   
Our School is committed to five Core Principles of racial justice that guide all areas of our programs and work as we constantly strive towards greater anti-racism – an ongoing goal to which the entire School community aspires.

Handbooks and Guides

M.S.W. Practicum Guide

School for Social Work Student Handbook

M.S.W. Student Problem-Solving Process

Quick Reference Dates

Upcoming dates are listed below. For the full year calendar, visit our academic calendar.

February 22-24, 2026M.S.W. Program Registration for Summer (at or after assigned time) for third years
March 1-3, 2026M.S.W. Program Registration for Summer (at or after assigned time) for second years
March 4-9, 2026M.S.W Program Registration Adjustment for Summer (at or after assigned time)
May 22-June 6, 2026M.S.W. Program Summer Term 1 & 2 Add/Drop
May 29-May 31, 2026Orientation and Convocation
June 1, 2026Summer Term 1 Classes Begin
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Student Support
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Danielle LaVine

Associate Registrar
Danielle LaVine joined Smith SSW in June 2022 as the associate registrar.
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Janae Peters, M.S.W. '15, LMSW

Director of Community Engagement and Student Support | Practicum Seminar Instructor
An alum of the Smith School for Social Work, Janae Peters graduated from the M.S.W. program in 2015. Her professional and personal focus has been on…

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