The Helen Bader School of Social Welfare offers students the opportunity to discover career paths and connection on campus through student associations in social work, criminal justice and gerontology.
Student Social Work Association
The Student Social Work Association (SSWA) increases students’ knowledge about the social work profession.The SSWA connects students with resources and networks in the professional field of social welfare. It also provides a social environment in which to volunteer and enrich the community.
Who can join?
- Any graduate or undergraduate student enrolled at UWM in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare.
Why get involved?
- Meet your fellow students
- Engage in volunteer opportunities
- Learn about topics in the social welfare field
How do I join?
Contact Faculty Advisor Jenny Taylor McBride.
- taylormc@uwm.edu
- 414-251-7139
- Enderis Hall 1059
Learn more on the SSWA Instagram page
Criminal Justice Student Association
The Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) serves as an organizational forum for students interested in criminology and criminal justice.
Who can join?
- Any graduate or undergraduate student enrolled at UWM in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare.
Why get involved?
- Develop and organize community engagement events
- Network with practitioners working in the criminal justice systems in Milwaukee and neighboring areas
- Engage in service-related events
How do I join?
Contact Faculty Advisor Kimberly Hassell.
Learn more on the CJSA Instagram page
Student Gerontology Association
The Student Gerontology Association (SGA) increases students’ knowledge about gerontology and careers in the field.
Who can join?
- Any undergraduate or graduate student at UWM.
Why get involved?
- Meet fellow students with similar interests
- Engage in service-related and community events on the topic aging
- Learn about classes on aging at UWM
- Network with practitioners working in applied gerontology
How do I join?
Contact Faculty Advisor Jen Kahn-Pettigrew, or the Student Gerontology Association.
- kahnpet2@uwm.edu
- 414-229-6888
- Enderis Hall 1067