Community Service Program Located in the Career Resource Center, the Community Service Program coordinates community service and service-learning opportunities for staff and students. The program also develops trainings and resources for community service activities i.e the UMD Community Service Fair and the Oxfam Hunger Banquet. Also, visit the Community Service Office for information on careers in government and nonprofit. For updated information about service opportunities or to discuss an idea for a community service project contact: Deirdre Healy, Community Service Coordinator, CRC/RM 027 999-8641 or visit www.umassd.edu/crc.
 

Experiential Learning provides an opportunity for practical application of academic training while earning academic credit. A student may choose a community service project as an experiential learning component. Under the direction of a faculty sponsor, arrangements are made to work under the immediate supervision of a supervisor at a work site, which may be located on campus (i.e. tutoring at the Academic Resource Center) or off-campus (i.e. Big Brother/Big Sister). For more information contact Robbin Roy, CRC/RM 033, 999-8674.

Off-Campus Employment / Federal Work Study Students are encourages to seek off-campus jobs involving community service activities. Community services include jobs in such fields as health care, childcare, social services, transportation, public safety, crime prevention and control, recreation, literacy training, education (including tutorial services). Undergraduate students at UMD may work at an off-campus company/agency while being paid through the Community Service Learning Program (CSLP). Students must have a Federal Work Study allotment as part of their financial aid package in order to do so. Employers are federal, state agencies or non-profit organizations. For more informoation. contact Robbin Roy, CRC/RM 033, 999-8674.  

Circle K Circle K International, in affiliation with Kiwanis International, is a non-profit, nation wide organization of college students working together to help improve the world through Friendship, Leadership, Fellowship, and Service.
UMD Circle K does many projects for the community throughout the year including: ·

• Fundraising for the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Institute in Boston; for Camp Sunshine, a camp for terminally ill children; and for AIDS orphans in Africa, in conjunction with UNICEF) ·
  
• On campus events such as: a Blood Drive during our welcome week, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament (held in November), an Easter Egg Hunt (held about a week before Easter), and Kite Day (held in late April/early May). ·
  
• Weekly visits to Saint Vincent's, a home for abused and neglected children.

But the best things about Circle K by far are the friends you make from all over New England as well as the nation, the fun you have doing service projects, and the rewarding feelings that go along with community service! If you would like to see what we're all about you can come to our first general interest meeting during Welcome Week (Monday, September 16, 2002, 7PM, Group I Room 114) For more information contact Dawn Lyons, President, UMass Dartmouth, Circle K at u_dlyons@umassd.edu

Fraternities and Sororities Philanthropy (Community Service) is an important part of the Greek experience. Fraternities and sororities work with designated local and national organizations to give something back to the community. In addition to their work on a local and national level, the chapters have also given their time to various community service projects on campus. If you are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority, or if you have interest in starting a Greek organization at UMass Dartmouth, please contact Chris Laib, Greek Liaison at 999-8852.

Hillel (the Jewish Student Organization) In the Jewish tradition it is a mitzvah (good deed/obligation) to do charitable works. Please join in helping us to help others. The following are some of our Hillel projects:
Service to the Elderly - There is a kosher nutrition site for the elderly at Ahavath Achim Synagogue in New Bedford. They are looking for volunteers to do a short program from 11:15 to 11:45 Monday through Thursday. Come and sing, tell a story ,or play some music, and then join the participants for lunch. Sharing your talents will be much appreciated.
Chanuka Project - local public schools and after school programs have requested students to give an overview of the holiday of Chanuka, do a Chanuka craft, and involve the kids in a game of dreidl, as part of their Celebrations Around the World curriculum.
Center for Jewish Culture - the Center has an archive of Jewish history in the New Bedford Area and welcomes students who would like to do interviews of local residents on videotape. They also have many opportunities for students with computer skills to help promote the many cultural programs they provide on campus.
For more information on these or other opportunities, please contact Robin Gross, Hillel Director, ext. 9241 or butterflylady144@yahoo.com

Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group (MASSPIRG) Luckily, UMD has a MASSPIRG chapter, where you can put your conscience to work on issues you care about. During the 02 - 03 semesters, you can organize community service events and fundraisers against hunger and homelessness; you can set up a book swap for students who want to dodge expensive bookstore prices; you can hold an educational forum about toxic waste and pollution in New Bedford; you can lobby to protect open space. And if the people and organizing skills you'll get aren't enough, you can also get work study positions or academic internships for course credit on these campaigns! Interns and work study work 10 to 12 hours weekly; if you prefer to simply volunteer that is needed, too. Contact (508) 999-8169, or visit us on the 2nd floor of the Campus Center. Check out www.masspirg.org.

Protestant & Episcopal Campus Ministry This campus ministry reaches out from a Christian perspective to all students seeking or following God, and offers many ways to explore faith in action. Everyone has God-given gifts and talents which will be built up through sharing them with others. We can connect students with service opportunities in three areas: ·

• In the community, for example at a local food pantry, doing household chores for elderly and homebound people, or in the City Reach homeless program in Boston. ·
  
• On campus, for example co-leading worship or study programs, passing out flyers, welcoming new students, or helping with mailings. ·
  
• At local churches, for example teaching Sunday school, leading youth groups, doing needed work, or participating in congregational service projects.

To explore opportunities, or suggest others, contact the Rev. Brad Hultmann, Protestant and Episcopal Campus Ministry, Religious Resource Center, Campus Center 2nd Floor. Phone x8875.

Rotaract An international program for young men and women ages 18 to 30 who believe they can make a difference. Rotaract was founded in 1968 by Rotary International, a worldwide association of service-minded business and professional leaders. Rotaract clubs provide an opportunity for young adults to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of the communities and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. If you're interested in committing to this worthwhile opportunity, contact: 2002-2003 Rotaract President Ray Wong at wong_81@yahoo.com.

Student Senate
Senior Citizens Holiday Party The Student Senate sponsors the Senior Citizens Holiday party each year as part of a community service gesture. As in tradition student senators, fraternity and sorority members, class officers and other student volunteers, help Suduexo prepare food for approximately 600 seniors and serve them at their seats. Poinsettias are traditionally given away to all that attend and music, dancing other entertainment is offered. For more information: visit the student activities or the student senate websites which can be found as links off the main umassd.edu website.  

UMD Catholic Campus Ministry There are a variety of talents that you possess and a variety of ways you can put your talents at the service of the community in which we live. The Catholic Campus Ministry Office is looking for young people motivated to give time and talent to help others. Whether or not you're Catholic, there's always a place for you to help build up the wider community!
CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS GIFT-WRAPPING - during the month of December, students help to unwrap and rewrap gifts donated through parish "Giving Trees" for needy children and families. Requirement: Christmas spirit and unwrapping/rewrapping skills!
MEAL-FOR-MEAL SOUP KITCHEN - working with other UMD students to serve a supper meal at a local soup kitchen on the 4th Thursday of the month. Requirement: Generous spirit & hospitality!
ANNUAL TURKEY CHASE - this "walk for hunger" takes place around ring road at UMD in November. Students organize the walk, solicit sponsors, purchase food and prepare food baskets. Requirement: Good health for walking and an ability to bag groceries!
GARDEN 'N GRILLE - each fall and spring students help to rake, prune and plant around the Newman House (student center near campus). A cookout follows. Requirement: gardening or grilling skills!
MISSION HONDURAS - this alternative spring break will provide students the chance to work among the poor, visiting villages, painting, etc., for parish community of St. Rose of Lima in Guaimaca, Honduras. Applications for the trip are available in the Religious Resource office (Campus Center 2nd Floor) and due in the fall. Requirement: a missionary spirit and willingness to work among the poor.
AIDS MEMORIAL - this annual event gathers members of the UMD community who have been affected directly or indirectly by AIDS. Volunteers assist in planning, setting up, hospitality, etc., for this memorial service. Requirement: a compassionate heart.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL STORE - Catholic parishes in the area supply a local thrift store with goods for the poor. Volunteers are needed to help sort and move goods in the store, and staff the store when open. Requirement: strength and generosity…retail experience is a benefit, too!
CONFIRMATION RETREAT PROGRAM - a team of students host a one-day retreat for eighth grade students in parish CCD programs. Team members organize activities, lead table discussions and serve as role models for the kids. The program is a great way to share your faith. Requirement: like working with kids!
ADOPT-A-GRANDPARENT - a couple of students are connected with an elder at an area nursing home and visit on a regular basis during the school year. Some in the program have continued their contact well beyond college! Requirement: respect and care for the elderly!
FAST DAYS - twice a year (fall and spring) the UMD community is encourage to sacrifice a meal to be used at the Meal-for-Meal Soup kitchen. Student volunteers handle publicity, staff sign-up tables, and record names of donors. Requirement: artistic or organization skills!
"ON CALL" VOLUNTEERS - there are other events during the year that need volunteers, such as hospitality at conferences, registration tables, distributing flyers, cooking/clean up for a dinner or cookout, making signs, help with a mailing, etc. The list is endless and so are the volunteers! Contact the Campus Ministry Office to get your name on the volunteer list! Requirement: Email & a spirit of volunteering!
These are some of the ways we are helping others. If you have an idea for a way to bring hope and help to others, let's talk about how we can make it a reality. Contact: Religious Resource Center - Campus Center 2nd Floor Fr. Craig Pregana (cpregana@umassd.edu) Sister Madeleine Tacy, OP (mtacy@umassd.edu) Phone: ext. 8872  

UMD Recycles Share your time and talent to help improve recycling efforts on campus. Volunteers and work-study students help to promote recycling and sustainability efforts on campus, research potential new areas for recycling and help to organize recycling activities on campus. Through encouraging environmental consciousness on campus UMD Recycles, also hopes to enrich the student experience in respect and understanding and understanding for our surrounding environment. For more information contact umdrecycles@umassd.edu

Massachusetts Community Water Watch Works to improve water quality by fostering a long-term commitment to the health of local waterways amongst college students and community members. Water Watch volunteers organize waterway cleanups, run monitoring programs, and provide education and outreach offering communities a hands-on opportunity to engage in water quality issues while at the same time making a direct impact on the health of their local waterways. Commitment: Internships for course credit or work study- 10-12 hours a week, all other volunteers, whether it is an hour a week or once a semester at a cleanup, we welcome UMASS Dartmouth students to get involved in protecting our waterways! For more info. call 999-8169 or visit us in the 2nd Floor of the Campus Center in the MASSPIRG office.

Writing/Reading Center
Peer Tutoring Program Help support your fellow students by becoming a Peer Tutor. All materials, support and training are provided. Students who participate may be eligible for; academic credit, internship experience and may be paid through federal work-study and non work study positions. Stop by the Writing/Reading Center, Group 1, RM 220 to pick up an application or call us at 999-8710.
Conversation Partner Be a conversation partner and meet international students eager to learn about you and your country. Teach them conversational English for one hour a week and make friends that you'll have forever. Stop by the Writing/Reading Center, Group 1, Room 220 to pick up an application or call us at 999-8710.

Women's Resource Center Founded in 1970, the Women's Resource Center provides resources that help to create an educational atmosphere rich in visible role models & free of sexual bias and inequities where women can grow to their full potential. The Center offers cultural opportunities that further women's personal & professional development & promotes a broader understanding of the diverse experiences of all women. Central to our mission is the recognition that explorations of gender must take place in tandem with explorations of race, class, sexual orientation and other significant aspects of individual identity. The Center acts as a central coordinating agency for campus & community groups. ·

• To encourage empowerment and self-esteem in women ·
  
• To increase awareness of women's issues and opportunities ·
  
• To enable women to make personal choices regarding careers, lifestyles, reproductive rights and health issues ·
  
• To stop violence against women on campus ·
  
• To encourage positive, working relationships between men & women ·
  
• To promote projects which increase awareness on issues of sexism, racism and heterosexism ·
  
• To form alliances with campus organizations committed to social justice ·
  
• To network with women's groups in the surrounding communities
  
  The Women's Resource Center is staffed by a Director, part-time Secretary, work-study Students, Interns, experiential learning Students, and Volunteers. The Center is open to everyone. Volunteers help organize events, programs and resources. For more information contact: Kim Sylvia or Juli Parker at 910-4584.

Volunteer Partners If you want to volunteer - whether for a day, a month or a year - visit www.unitedwayofgnb.org. This innovative on-line database can put you in touch with countless valuable volunteer opportunities in a matter of minutes! This is a great system for students needing to fill volunteer requirements or anyone who wants to make a real difference in the Greater New Bedford community.
Once on the website just answer a few quick questions about your volunteer interests and you are on your way to volunteering. It's as simple as that! Questions? Contact the United way of Greater New Bedford at 508-994-9625.