SP2 Student Government

On Wednesday (2/27), our Difficult Conversations series continues with "Killing Me Softly: Racial and Class Microaggressions." Bring a friend, or a faculty member, as we equip ourselves for healthy dialogue inside and outside the classroom. ✊

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Come celebrate Black History Month this Friday (2/22) at SP2! We will be showing Moonlight as a part of our Black Love Film Series. Wine and Cheese will be available. ❤️💚🖤 RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegIGVpsQZIE4PEmGu4KPv3rKJg5uth7s3jErdclSCXA9YMpw/viewform?usp=sf_link

On behalf of Ben Kamara:

I am a Penn (SP2) alumni. I graduated in May, 2018 with an MSW. I was born and raised in Sierra Leone, West Africa. The country is mostly known for its 11 years of brutal war, Ebola outbreak in 2014, mudslide incidence in 2018, among other issues. About a week ago, one of the villages in which I grew up as a child (called Kasengbeh) in Sierra Leone had fire disaster. All the houses in the village burned down. Thankfully, no life was gone.

The village is very hard to reach with no motor vehicle accessible road. Government does not even think or look out for the people in that village. I am kindly requesting your help in our fundraising and clothing drive.

Click here to support Fire Disaster Victims in Sierra Leone organized by Wara-Wara Bafodia Descendants Good morning everyone. My name is Ben Kamara. I am a Penn (SP2) alumni, graduated in May last year as a social worker. I was born and raised in Sierra Leone, West Africa. The country, with a population of a little over 6 million people (according to the country's recent census) has suffered treme...

Thanks to our wonderful Office of Student Affairs, people can now offer their financial support to Cameron's family here: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gofundme.com%2Ffriends-of-cameron-avant-driver&h=AT0Z6meSUHJnMOj0Mo_tpPYB6Eq90m3npBF7BgvbR4cJBoNhoGEHrZcR8xm4NNpzGzKl-Wtz1GJzgioKM_Bl4-ugEs806SnxpP1sSVYYIUzHRd_wwXDnjjrMsMJXpyQIeeS8edCKvOIsahhsJDiJy8s4

Click here to support Gifts for Cameron Driver's Family organized by Jennifer Clinkscales Dear SP2 Community, We mourn the tragic loss of a member of our School community, MSW student Cameron Driver, on Tuesday night. Cameron was very proud of his family. He married his wife, Roxanne, last October and he was eagerly awaiting the arrival of their baby due next Friday, which Cameron s...

We know that grief can affect people differently, at different times and stages. Penn is home to abundant resources to assist you as you process this news and your feelings.

If you want to talk to someone about a personal or academic concern:
Counseling and Psychological Services (215-898-7021; 3624 Market St., first floor) is available to all students 24/7 by phone. Students can speak directly to a clinician at any time, day or night, by calling 215-898-7021. Students can drop into CAPS during business hours.

The University Chaplain's Office (215-898-8456; 240 Houston Hall) provides pastoral support and counseling. The Chaplain’s Office also works with a number of faith communities and campus ministers who provide spiritual support for students. Students of all faiths are warmly welcomed.

SP2 Student Services (Jennifer Clinkscales: 215-746-5895, Caster room B-23; Lina Hartocollis: 215-898-5503; 610-220-2129, Caster room B-22)

If you don't feel well:
Student Health Service (215-746-3535; 3535 Market St., first floor) offers comprehensive primary care, including services to help you eat well, sleep well, and reduce stress.

If you aren't sure where to go or you're concerned about a friend:
Student Intervention Services (215-898-6081; 3611 Locust Walk) connects students to resources, responds to well-being concerns, and supports members of the community in crises.

The Division of Public Safety's HELP line (215-898-HELP/215-898-4357) is a 24/7 service that connects Penn students, staff, faculty, and families with appropriate resources.

-Dean John Jackson Jr.

Today, our school and organization lost our beloved colleague and friend Cameron Driver. Cameron was a part-time MSW at SP2 and a faithful member of ASBW-UPenn Chapter. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who knew him, and with his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, stepson, expectant child, and parents. Rest in Power King.