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Service Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities Through the Center for Student Leadership and Service

Looking for service programs and resources?  Below is a listing of opportunities supported directly by the Center.  Use the links to find additional information about each program.

Board Immersion Program: The Board Immersion Program is searching for students interested in community engagement and nonprofit organizations! This advanced leadership program matches students with board members of local nonprofit organizations, providing students the opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of nonprofit organizations while developing valuable community leadership skills. Selected fellows will attend board sessions and relevant committee meetings, while completing a strategic project for the organization under the guidance of a Board Mentor and Ohio Union staff member.
 
Click here to apply. **The Application states that materials must be submitted in a hard copy to the Admin Suite of the Ohio Union. For convenience, we will also be accepting electronic versions of all materials, with the exception of Letters of Recommendation. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns about the application process. Applications due: Friday April 6, 2012. For more information on the Board Immersion Program conctact Alex Clapper.
 
Pay It Forward: Formerly known as ServeCorps, Pay It Forward is a service cohort of student leaders committed to instilling a life-long passion in Ohio State students for "paying it forward". This dedicated group of students enriches others' knowledge of universal needs, helps them personally connect to social issues, and provides them with the opportunity to serve their community.

The selection process for Pay It Forward is completed for 2012-2013. If you would like to participate in our Spring Pay It Forward events, save the dates for the following events. Click the PIFWeek Schedule to find the opportunities for the week!

Pay It Forward Week Schedule of Events

Red Party (May 6)

Buck-I-SERV Advisory Board: Buck-I-SERV is a committee of ten students who work together to plan Alternative Break trips. The mission of Buck-I-Serv is to provide students with a challenging and fun opportunity to learn through direct service experiences on a substance-free, week long alternative break trips taking place around the country working on various social issues.

The selection process for Buck-I-SERV is complete for 2012-2013. If you are interested in applying for Summer Buck-I-SERV trips as a participant, leader, or advisor: please check back again soon for applications.

Internship with the Ward YMCA: Located in the Near East Side, the Ward YMCA serves a diverse population of individuals of all ages. This new internship program will assist the YMCA in providing support to the community while offering Ohio State students meaningful work experiences.

To apply, click here: Spring 2012 YMCA Internship Application

For more information about Pay It Forward, Buck-I-SERV, and the YMCA Internship, contact Amira Shouman.

Pay It Forward - formerly the ServeCorps, is a cohort of 30 students who work closely with the Center of Student Leadership and Service to implement service-related events and programs throughout the year. The programs listed below are planned by Pay It Forward.

 

  • Access88 - Complementing Ohio State's land grant mission, volunteers travel to the 88 counties of Ohio to promote a message of access to higher education to elementary and junior high school students.
  • Red Party / World AIDS Day - Celebrating awareness and advocacy, this annual event features local speakers, campus resources, and student performers.
  • Battle Against Hunger - An annual food drive competition with students at the University of Michigan during Beat Michigan Week.
  • Community Commitment - Volunteering doesn’t get much bigger than this!  This annual day of service takes place during Welcome Week, leading up to the start of fall classes.
  • MLK Day of Service - Make it a day on, not a day off.  This annual day of service honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Buck-I-Serv - Ohio State’s alternative break program, Buck-I-Serv trips are weeklong community service experiences held during winter, spring, and summer breaks.

The Opportunities Listed Below are programmed through the Ohio Union and Available for Students:

  • Annual Conference on Leadership and Civic Engagement - This daylong conference, held in mid-February, is open to any student.  Attend the keynote, workshop sessions, and network with your peers.
  • Board Immersion Program - In this service cohort program, students will be connected with local non-profit a boards to experience community engagement in a new arena.
  • BuckeyeThon - Entering its 10th year, BuckeyeThon Dance Marathon is a party with a purpose benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
  • Celebration of Community Service and Scholarship - This annual awards program recognizes students, student organizations, faculty/staff, and community partners who make a different in our community.
  • Leadership and Service Clearinghouse - Looking for more leadership and service opportunities?  Search the Clearinghouse, a listing of programs from across campus.
  • Mount Leadership Society - A scholars program for first- and second-year students, Mount Leadership Society focuses on blending leadership and service.
  • Rock The Block - Historically sponsored by Undergraduate Student Government, this annual day of service will not be held in 2012.
  • Service-Learning Courses - Find academic course opportunities that connect course content with service projects that help the community.