Ahhh, a little social work humor. The joke will make sense when see what this blog is about.

It was pointed out to me through a comment on my last blog that none of us bloggers have talked about the social life here at the UMB's School of Social Work. Oops. So for those of you who were wondering about what would happen if you moved here for school and will know no one, thank Stacey for bringing it up:

I didn't know anyone when I started my semester, and I would guess that most people don't know anyone either.

The classes aren't too big to meet people. They're about 12-25? people each. Actually, since full time foundation students take the same credits, I see the same people in most of my classes. By chance I have sat next to the same girls in 3 of my classes, so we chat it up. People have been very friendly. I mean, we're all going to be social workers and thus are probably people persons. And, since we are all going for the same higher degree, we all have much in common so you should find it easy to connect with someone. There are only about 4 guys in each class and the rest are girls. But that's the way the field is, unfortunately.

My Social Work Practice class (the class that accompanies the field placement) has been the best way to meet people. Dr. Cascio is my professor in that one, and she really creates a space that has encouraged us to meet each other and get to talk about our field placements, which we are all eager to talk about. I have not made many friends through the school to be honest, but that is because I rush home once classes are done to see my husband. I also do know some people who live within an hour of the school, so I'm not completely starting anew on the finding of friends. BUT, Kim, another blogger, just moved here and she hangs out with a lot of people already since she's living right by the school (I believe) and can participate in different school activities, like the dance class she mentioned in her blog. Also, there are clubs just for the social work students. I'm pretty sure the girls I sit next to in class have already gotten very involved with those. And once you make friends, there are free museums nearby and in DC (which isn't far away if you avoid rush hour), many places to eat, shows (which you can get discounts for as a student), shopping, Inner Harbor has lots of stuff, etc.

I hope that answers your question. If you want to know more, I suggest asking Kim and seeing her blog since she's doing exactly what you're contemplating.
Don't go it alone!
Bon chance, mes amis!
-Sharon