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August 25, 2026

IMPORTANT REMINDERS for Students who are beginning their practicum Fall 2026

1. If you have a confirmed practicum: contact your Agency Practicum Instructor ASAP to confirm your practicum schedule [first day, days of the week, supervision, onboarding]. Fall term starts on September 28th

2. If you have applied for an ESW but haven’t completed your ESW Application yet, you MUST complete by September 1st AND contact your coordinator ASAP to schedule the required confirmation meeting

1. If you haven’t registered for SW 400 [Practicum & Seminar], you will need a departmental override to register for one of the open sections. Please email Julie Kates jkates@pdx.edu and Melissa Penners penners@pdx.edu

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