Beyond the Classroom | School of Social Work

You will have access to numerous opportunities to get real life, hands-on experience that will benefit you in the classroom, in the field and in your career.

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Community Learning Lab

Apply classroom learning to real life situations.

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Research Opportunities

Students have the invaluable opportunity to work directly with faculty members.

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Student Organizations

The Illinois campus has more than 1000 registered student organizations to choose from.

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Study Abroad

The School of Social Work Field Education office offers international field placement options in Cape Town, South Africa.