NASW, Iowa Chapter - Student Committee Meeting

Understanding the Department of Education’s Recent Decision

The NASW–Iowa Chapter December Student Committee meetings will be held via Google Meet

Evening:  Tues. 12-9-25, 7:00 PM CST

Midday: Thurs. 12-18-25, 11:00 AM CST

2 Different Meeting Times, same content – chose the meeting that works best for you!

Agenda Highlights

• Welcome & Semester Reflections
• Understanding the Department of Education’s Recent Decision
– Discussing student concerns
– What can be done to bypass the federal restrictions
• Hearing From NASW-IA Leadership
• Scholarship & Resource Exploration
• Open Q&A and Peer Conversation
• Closing & Action Steps for Spring Semester

Why This Matters

• Changes to federal aid policy affect many BSW and MSW students directly, and navigating these transitions requires accurate information and community support.
• These meetings are meant to help students stay grounded, informed, and aware of the resources available to them as they plan their educational pathways.
• As future social workers, understanding how federal shifts influence access, equity, and professional pathways strengthens our readiness to support the communities we serve.
• This meeting is open to all social work students in Iowa — you do not need to be an NASW member to attend.

Bring your questions, curiosity, and ideas. Your voice matters in how we build a supportive and informed student community during times of change.

🔗 Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/exu-opyp-nhy
📅 Add to your calendar:

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We look forward to seeing you there!