Activities

Explore UT is open to the general public with online programming that is accessible to all. Activities specifically designed for K-12 students include an indication of a suggested grade level, denoting the difficulty of the concept or activity presented. Some programs will require participants to join virtual platforms (Zoom, Brazen, etc.). Children who are participating in these programs must be monitored by an adult chaperone (parent, guardian or a teacher) in order to join the virtual platform. Some may require verification that a chaperone will be present in order to register for participation.
 
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Mapping Your Way to a Nursing Education and Career

Nursing is one of the most diverse, satisfying, and fastest-growing occupations in the country.  Learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program and whether it may be the right career choice for you.

School of Nursing Science
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Choosing a Nursing Degree that is Right for You

Are you thinking about becoming a nurse, a nurse practitioner, or a nurse researcher? Explore the many pathways to a career in nursing, including an associate degree, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a master’s degree in nursing, and a doctoral degree in nursing.

School of Nursing Science
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Hands-only CPR

Emergencies can happen any time and anywhere, and in many instances, lives can be saved by someone with training performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).  Learn how to perform hands-only CPR if you were to see a teenager or adult collapse at home, school or in public.

School of Nursing Public Service
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Emergency Preparedness for Families

The discovery module on emergency preparedness will help teach kids and families about how to be prepared for emergencies such as fires, floods, winter storms, and man-made disasters. This short program will cover important information, such as a checklist on how to build an emergency kit, tips to remain safe in different types of emergencies, the dos and don’ts of certain unsafe situations, emergency numbers to keep on hand, and a mix of games and quizzes to engage viewers and facilitate learning. By being aware of the different roles, resources, and responsibilities involved in emergency preparedness and disasters, you can help keep yourself, your family, and community safe.

School of Nursing Science
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Explore the Many Faces of Social Work

Have you ever wondered what social workers do or what it takes to be a social worker? Social workers help people help themselves, and they work whenever and wherever they are needed. Explore this inspiring profession by learning more about The Steve Hicks School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Austin. 

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Explore Social Work Careers in Healthcare

Discover career opportunities in health care that are available to those with a degree in Social Work.  Social Workers can be found in many different healthcare settings like community clinics, public health departments, hospitals and mental health centers to just name a few. They provide support and services to individuals, families and groups and play an important role in helping people navigate the healthcare system.

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Department of Health Social Work: The First in the Nation

Dell Medical School and Steve Hicks School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Austin are advancing the role of social work as an agent of health care transformation through the creation of a new Department of Health Social Work within the medical school, the first department of its kind in the nation.

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TED Talk with Dean Luis H. Zayas

Steve Hicks School of Social Work Dean Luis H. Zayas discusses his work with refugees and asylum-seeking families at the US-Mexico border.

Steve Hicks School of Social Work Public Service
March 5, 2021, 9 to 9:45 a.m.

How to Stay Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Nursing students explain the basics of what the COVID-19 virus is, how it spreads and how to stop the spread, including information on the COVID-19 vaccine.

School of Nursing Science
March 5, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon

Mental Health Promotion and the Pandemic

Living during a pandemic presents challenges that none of us ever expected to deal with. With increased isolation, we may find ourselves swimming in worries or lacking motivation to complete tasks. Join us to learn how to identify strategies to improve your mental health. We'll share practical ways to put those strategies into practice, even when you are stuck at home on Zoom.

School of Nursing Science
March 6, 2021, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

I Think I Want to be a Nurse

Meet current UT nursing students as they answer common questions about what it is like to be a nursing student in nursing school.

School of Nursing Science
March 6, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon

Why Major in Social Work?

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a social worker? What makes social work different from other majors? Join our Zoom session and you will hear from students on why they chose social work and what makes social work different than other majors.
Steve Hicks School of Social Work Public Service
March 6, 2021, 1 to 2 p.m.

Social Work: The Major

We are delighted that you are considering the Bachelor of Social Work program at the Steve Hicks School of Social Work.Social work is a profession filled with meaning, action and the power to make a difference. Social workers pull communities together, help individuals and families find solutions, advance changes in social policy, promote social justice and foster human and global well-being. Are you ready to join us?

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