Social Work Distance Education Conference
Removing Barriers and Expanding Borders Through Social Work Distance Education
April 14-16, 2021 • Sheraton Gunter Hotel • San Antonio • Texas
Hosted by: Our Lady of the Lake University Worden School of Social Service
The 2021 SWDE conference theme, Removing Barriers and Expanding Borders Through Social Work Distance Education, will transition from the 2020 SWDE conference that was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Much appreciation is extended to the educators and practitioners who were selected to share their best practices in pedagogical approaches to removing barriers within social work distance education and expanding education beyond the stereotypical boundaries.
In addition to transitioning all requested presentations selected for the 2020 conference, two specialty focuses have been added for the 2021 conference to include the 2020 Pandemic Experience and Deconstructing Racism. With these additional tracks, we are seeking to explore how the 2020 pandemic and ethical responsibility of deconstructing racism impacts all aspects of social work distance learning within the context of the transitioned theme of Removing Barriers and Expanding Borders Through Social Work Distance Education.
A hybrid conference format is planned for the 2021 conference offering both onsite and a streamlined virtual attendee opportunity.
Now Accepting Proposals through Oct. 15, 2020
The Social Work Distance Education (SWDE) Committee invites proposals for the 7th annual Social Work Distance Education Conference in San Antonio, Texas on April 14-16, 2021.
In addition to transitioning all requested presentations selected for the 2020 conference, the committee is seeking proposals for two specialty focuses that have been added for the 2021 conference:
- The 2020 Pandemic Experience
- Deconstructing Racism
With these additional tracks, we are seeking to explore how the 2020 pandemic and ethical responsibility of deconstructing racism impacts all aspects of social work distance learning within the context of the transitioned theme of Removing Barriers and Expanding Borders Through Social Work Distance Education. The conference will concentrate on best pedagogical approaches at all levels of the social work curriculum including micro, macro, research, policy and global social work, and best pedagogical strategies that include interdisciplinary and collaborative frameworks.
Submit Proposals HereRegistration Rates
- Early Bird (ends Dec. 31, 2020) - $400
- Regular Rate (Jan. 1-Feb. 28, 2021) - $450
- Late Registration (begins March 1, 2021) - $485
- Student Rate - $200 (to qualify for the student rate, the student cannot hold a full-time academic appointment)
- Virtual Attendee - $200
Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio
202 East Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205
Phone: 210-227-3241 • Reservations: 866-716-8136
Conference Rate: $184 per night
Built in 1909 and updated by a multimillion-dollar renovation, the Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio combines the ageless grace of the 1900s with today's upscale amenities. From an old-fashioned barbershop to complimentary high-speed internet access at computer workstations in the lobby, they will keep you connected to what's important.
If selected dates are not available, contact amendez@sheratongunter.com with your booking request.
Book NowThank you for your interest in sponsoring the 7th annual Social Work Distance Education Conference. Together, our partnership will build a community of innovators and collaborators for the benefit of current and future students. We value your support and know that together we can make this annual conference stimulating and purposeful for all participants.
Below you will find sponsorship and vendor levels that will add value and enhance the conference experience. We respectfully ask for your support.
Title Sponsor - $4,000
- Conference branded with your company's logo as the Title Sponsor in the following ways:
- Conference website
- Conference phone/tablet application
- Social media postings
- Email invitations and updates
- Full page advertisement on program
- Recognition at conference meals and special events
- Optional breakout session or speaking opportunity with conference guests (specific opportunity to be determined in cooperation with Conference Committee)
- Exhibit table display(s)
- Full access to conference sessions and meals for up to three exhibitor representatives
- Up to three exhibitor parking passes
Platinum Sponsor - $3,000
- Conference branded with your company's logo as a Platinum Sponsor in the following ways:
- Conference website
- Conference phone/tablet application
- Social media postings
- Email invitations and updates
- Half page advertisement on a digital program
- Recognition at conference meals and special events
- Exhibit table display(s)
- Full access to conference sessions and meals for up to two exhibitor representatives
- Up to two exhibitor parking passes
Gold Sponsor - $2,000
- Conference branded with your company's logo as a Gold Sponsor in the following ways:
- Conference website
- Conference phone/tablet application
- Social media postings
- Email invitations and updates
- Quarter page advertisement on a digital program
- Exhibit table display(s)
- Full access to conference sessions and meals for one exhibitor representatives
- One exhibitor parking pass
Silver Sponsor - $1,000
- Conference branded with your company's logo as a Silver Sponsor in the following ways:
- Conference website
- Conference phone/tablet application
- Social media postings
- Email invitations and updates
- Business card size advertisement on a digital program
- Exhibit table display and one exhibitor representative
Bronze Sponsor - $500
- Conference branded with your company's logo as a Bronze Sponsor in the following ways:
- Conference website
- Social media postings
- Exhibit table display and one exhibitor representative
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
10 a.m.-5 p.m. - Registration
1-2 p.m. - General Session – Keynote Speaker
2:15-3 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
3-3:15 p.m. - Snacks
3:15-4 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
4:15-5 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
5:15-6 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
6:15-8 p.m. - Reception
Thursday, April 15, 2021
8 a.m.-5 p.m. - Registration
8-9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
9-9:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
10-10:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
11-11:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
12-1 p.m. - Lunch
1:15-2 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
2:15-3 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
3-3:15 p.m. - Snacks
3:15-4 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
4:15-5 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
5:15-6 p.m. - Breakout Sessions
Dinner on your own
Friday, April 16, 2021
7:30-8:30 a.m. - Breakfast
8-11 a.m. - Registration
8-8:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
9-9:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
10-10:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
11-11:45 a.m. - Breakout Sessions
12 p.m. – Conference Closes
Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for their support of the 6th annual Social Work Distance Education Conference.
Title Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
