The UCC Student Volunteer Organization was created to encourage and facilitate student participation in volunteer activities, assist in existing volunteer endeavors and foster positive community relations. Group activities include: teams in walk-a-thons & bowl-a-thons, etc., special events such as Take Back the Night, the Volunteer Fair, etc, and relief efforts. Individual opportunities exist in elder care, child-care, tutoring, homeless shelters, animal shelters, and a variety of other community programs. As community needs and student interests change, so do SVO activities. Opportunities for personal growth and career experience are provided for students committed to helping others.
Please complete the membership fact sheets and release, returning them to Prof. Roemer as soon as possible if you have not already done so. Be sure to include your social security number, as it is required by Student Activities. Please include an e-mail address; if you do not have one, you can establish an account at UCC at no cost. Additionally, please sign and return the Pledge to Help form, agreeing to participate in at least one activity per semester.
Once you have joined this organization, you should make personal arrangements with the community organization(s) of your choice. You can work out the schedule and other details on an individual basis. Your participation in this organization is not limited to those contacts enclosed in this packet. If there is an organization with which you are associated that needs assistance, please bring it to our attention. Please remember that once you make a commitment, people are counting on you. Be responsible and polite in your activities. Your efforts are needed and appreciated.
Special events come to our attention on a regular basis and ongoing needs change from time to time. Announcements are posted on the SVO bulletin board. Also be sure to check your e-mail or visit with an SVO advisor from time to time to receive updated information.
The SVO requires participation in at least one event or volunteer activity per semester. Verification slips for your participation should be completed per visit. They may be returned to Prof. Roemer every two or three visits. These forms are completed so we can keep track of active members and to monitor how well we are meeting community needs.
If you have any questions, contact Prof. Roemer at (908) 497-4385 or via email at
roemer@ucc.edu
You have chosen to enrich the lives of others and, in return, will be rewarded with both professional and personal growth. Welcome aboard!