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Financial Inclusion: A Growing Focus in International Social Development webinar on Wednesday, March 19
Across the world, financial inclusion is increasingly recognized as a key driver of household financial well-being. Policies, practices, and services continue to evolve, leveraging innovative strategies to expand access to financial systems and enhance financial literacy. What lessons can we draw from these efforts? Join us on Wednesday, March 19, for “Financial Inclusion: A Growing […]
Cultural Showcase on Thursday, March 27
Please come experience our incredible global community at the Brown School’s annual Cultural Showcase! It will be an evening of vibrant performances, cultural attire, and interactive tables highlighting traditions from around the world. Previously we’ve had Azeri rhythms, Brazilian dances, Native American culture, Syrian cuisine, Taiwanese art and Botswana poetry. the showcase offers a window […]
Past Events
International Event: Women Social Workers in South Sudan, Burundi, & Palestine on Wednesday, March 5
The Women Interest Group of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) is hosting an online event to mark International Women’s Day 2025. This webinar brings together social work educators, practitioners, and students from around the world to explore the challenges women face in conflict zones and the role of social workers in […]
Fireside Chat around Global Storytelling with NY Times Journalist and Filmmaker Adam Ellick – Monday, February 3
Please join us for this fireside chat between Adam B. Ellick (director and executive producer of Op-Docs and Opinion Video at The New York Times) and Dean Sandro Galea on Monday, February 3, 2025 in the Brown Lounge, Brown Hall as part of the WashU Ideas, Discourse, and Exploration (WIDE) Speaker Series. Adam has produced […]
Career Resource Session for International Students
This presentation by Amber M. Brown and Ahmar Ursani (Assistant Directors, Career Development at the Center for Career Engagement) was held on October 1, 2024 and focused on supporting international students at Brown School with career development and practicum placement. It explored various aspects of career resources offered by the Center for Career Engagement (CCE) […]
Brown School Admissions & Recruitment: Tips for Incoming Students
On March 22, a session was held for international students admitted to the Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Public Health (MPH), and Master of Social Policy (MSP) programs for Fall 2024. The Global Programs Office and the Office of Admissions and Recruitment explored the international student experience and gave tips on next steps […]
Mid-Autumn Festival
Students, faculty, and staff at the Brown School gathered on September 27 to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, which is celebrated in many Asian countries around the world. On this day, the moon is thought to be at its brightest and fullest size, coinciding with harvest time […]