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Award Nominations Open: Recognize Outstanding Members of our Community

Recognize the contributions of your amazing colleagues! Submit award nominations before August 31, 2022

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Be part of the College’s Board of Examiners

June 16, 2022 — The College’s Council is looking for a member to appoint to the Board of Examiners. The Board of Examiners (BOE) oversees the application of regulatory policy, approves social work applicants, and makes all decision regarding the complaints and discipline matters brought before the College.

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