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Study Abroad with the Counseling Program!

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Study abroad with the counseling program! 
Are you interested in Studying Abroad during grad school? The counseling program offers two study abroad opportunities for graduate students.
Multicultural Counseling and Social Justice in Ireland (Spring 2026 class, Study Abroad Summer 2026)
->Currently accepting applications through the following link: https://programsabroad.depaul.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10510
Addictions Counseling in Portugal (Autumn 2026 class, Study abroad Intersession 2026)
->Applications will come out later this academic year.
Join us at DePaul’s Study Abroad Fair today September 22, 2025, between 10:30am-1:30pm in the LPC Student Center, Room 120 A/B to learn how study abroad counts toward graduation and how scholarships and financial aid apply. Study Abroad Faculty Program Directors Dr. Rebecca Michel and/or Dr. Okenna Egwu will be available to answer questions. Hope to see you there!

2025 Mental Health Impact Summit in Chicago

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2025 Mental Health Impact Summit in Chicago

Please join us at the 2025 Mental Health Impact Summit hosted by Sista Afya Community Care and Erikson Institute on November 13-14 in Chicago and virtually.

This transformative summit is designed to empower mental health providers to lead through impactful policy and practice. Students will learn to leverage policy, enhance advocacy efforts, and implement data-informed best practices to bring about lasting change in their community.

Featured Keynote Speaker: Illinois State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, Chair of the Illinois Mental Health & Addiction Committee, will address advancing mental health access for underserved and historically disadvantaged communities.

Why Students Should Attend:

  • Network with Illinois policymakers and mental health leaders
  • Learn evidence-based advocacy strategies and community organizing
  • Earn 10 CEUs (Social Workers & Counselors)
  • Connect with potential mentors and employers

Perfect for students in: Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Public Policy, Counseling, and Community Development programs

Special Student Pricing:

  • Regular student rate: $75
  • With the promo code “student”, students can save $20.

This is an exceptional opportunity for students to bridge academic learning with professional practice while building valuable connections in the mental health field.

Register at:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-impact-summit-tickets-1497673304169?aff=oddtdtcreator