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Frequently Asked Questions


How do I find out who my advisor is?
Who do I talk to about parking on campus?
I need help writing papers. Who can I contact?
Are there scholarships available to me as a social work student?
Can I purchase social work texts from previous students at a discount?
How do I get information about recommended classes and instructors?

How do I find out who my advisor is?

To learn whom your Faculty Advisor is contact the main office at (573) 882-6206.

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Who do i talk to about parking on campus?

Visit the Parking & Transportation office on the first floor of Turner Avenue Garage.

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I need help writing papers. Who can I contact?

Undergraduate students can access the Learning Center in the Student Success Center for assistance with papers, test-taking, time management, note-taking skills, and get tutoring for some general education classes.

Graduate Research Assistants may also be available for assistance with writing social work papers and test-taking skills. To find out if any are available, contact Student Services Coordinator Tammy Freelin at: freelint@missouri.edu

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Are there scholarships available to me as a social work student?

Yes! Undergraduate students should fill out the MU Scholarship Application available online at: https://sfa.missouri.edu/.

Graduate students should apply EACH year for social work scholarships by completing a Scholarship Application from by January 15. Forms are available from the Graduate Secretary.

See the Scholarship section of this website for more specific information.

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Can I purchase social work texts from previous students at a discount?

Listerv subscribers might wish to send an e-mail out on the appropriate listserve (BSW-L or MSW-L) requesting to purchase textbooks from former students at a reduced rate.

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How do I get information about recommended classes and instructors?

Students might wish to send an e-mail out on their listerv (BSW-L or MSW-L) inviting suggestions about recommended classes/instructors.

The MSA also hosts a website devoted to MU student course recommendations.

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