Office of Campus Life
LSSU Volunteer Center
The purpose of the Lake Superior State University Volunteer Center is to promote civic engagement in the LSSU and larger communities through volunteer and service opportunities. One of our primary goals is to weave the spirit of service into the fabric of Lake Superior State University. We do this by providing ongoing programs like the Michigan Service Scholars, by informing the student body about episodic volunteer opportunities for those who want to make a big difference in a short amount of time, and by connecting students like you to community organizations that match best your skills and interests.
That all sounds good, right? But, what does volunteering do for you?
- You gain valuable work experience!
- You build new skills and get better at old ones!
- You meet new people and make new friends!
- Best of all, you know that YOU are the vehicle for social change!
The LSSU Volunteer Center was formally established in 2006, as a satellite office from the United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Through our partnership with the United Way, the Volunteer Center is growing by leaps and bounds. All students, faculty, and staff are invited (and encouraged) to use the resources of the Volunteer Center. The office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some evening and weekend hours will be available during the academic year.
Stop by and visit us in the Office of Campus Life, 125 Cisler Center. E-mail us at volunteer@lssu.edu or call us at (906) 635-2187.
Available Opportunities
United Way Internship Opportunity
United Way is looking for an intern for the fall semester. If you are interested or know of someone who is interested in this great opportunity please contact the United Way at the information below.
Molly M. Paquin
Executive Director
United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula
PO Box 451, Sault Ste. Marie MI 49783
ph. 906-632-3700 fax 906-632-3190
molly@unitedwayeup.org
LIVE UNITED.
Give. Advocate. Volunteer
Upcoming Projects
Michigan Service Scholars Training, October 24, 12pm - 4pm, Cisler Center
Are you interested in making a difference in our community? Does volunteerism and service-learning hold meaning for you? Looking for ways to earn money for tuition, books, and other college costs? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, the Volunteer Center has the program for you!
In partnership with AmeriCorps and Michigan Campus Compact, LSSU is proud to sponsor the Michigan Service Scholars program. Students enrolling in the program must complete 300 hours of service in one calendar year. At the end of this committment, students will be given a $1000 education award to be used towards college costs.
Any student interested in enrolling must complete an application (available here) and submit it to Sharmay Wood, Associate Director of Campus Life, in the Office of Campus Life (125 Cisler Center). Students must also attend a MANDATORY training session on Saturday, October 24, from 12pm to 4pm in the Cisler Center.
Please direct any questions regarding the Michigan Service Scholars program to the LSSU Volunteer Center, 125 Cisler, (906) 635-2187, or e-mail Sharmay at smwood@lssu.edu.
Past Projects
Make A Difference Day, October 25, 2008, 10am - 3pm
The LSSU Volunteer Center is sponsoring a project that takes students “Into the Streets” for the second time this semester. Saturday, October 25 is a national day of service, Make A Difference Day! Students who volunteer will go to one of five community agencies and spend two or more hours on a service project that benefits the community. Volunteers can serve at the Hearthside Assisted Living, Best of Friends Animal Shelter, WMH Long Term Care, Goodwill Store, or Habitat for Humanity Re-store.
Volunteers will meet up at 10:00 a.m. at the Cisler Center on Saturday, October 25th and depart to project sites from there via carpool. Volunteer drivers are needed for this event; please contact us if you are able to drive! Volunteers will return to campus around 2 p.m. where there will be a short reflection session and delicious food!
Why volunteer? You’ll get out into the community, meet new people, make friends, develop new skills and of course, have fun! Want to kick off the year right by contributing to your community? Volunteer for Into the Streets!
If you are interested in helping your community or if you have any questions, please contact Jill, Carrie, or Beth in the LSSU Volunteer Center at (906) 635-2187 or volunteer@lssu.edu.
Michigan Service Scholars Training, October 19, 2pm - 6pm, Cisler Center
Are you interested in making a difference in our community? Does volunteerism and service-learning hold meaning for you? Looking for ways to earn money for tuition, books, and other college costs? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, the Volunteer Center has the program for you!
In partnership with AmeriCorps and Michigan Campus Compact, LSSU is proud to sponsor the Michigan Service Scholars program. Students enrolling in the program must complete 300 hours of service in one calendar year. At the end of this committment, students will be given a $1000 education award to be used towards college costs.
Any student interested in enrolling must complete an application (available here) and submit it to Michelle Thalacker, Director of Student Activities & Leadership Development, in the Office of Campus Life (125 Cisler Center). Students must also attend a MANDATORY training session on Sunday, October 19, from 2pm to 6pm in the Cisler Center.
Please direct any questions regarding the Michigan Service Scholars program to the LSSU Volunteer Center, 125 Cisler, (906) 635-2187, or e-mail Michelle.
Bone Marrow Testing Drive, October 6, 2008
Please join the LSSU Volunteer Center on Monday, October 6, from 10am to 2pm in the Cisler Center. Members of Michigan Community Blood Centers will be on campus seeking potential bone marrow donors. NO BLOOD WILL BE DRAWN; only a cheek swab is necessary. Donors must be between the ages of 18 and 65 and generally in good health. For more information, see the fact sheets below.
World Habitat for Humanity Day, October 6, 2008
October 6 is World Habitat for Humanity Day! The Habitat for Humanity Re-Store is looking for donations. The Re-Store truck will be on campus Monday, October 6 from 9am to 3pm. Please donate household items you no longer need. Donations are tax-deductible.
Contact the LSSU Volunteer Center at x2187 or volunteer@lssu.edu with any questions.
Into the Streets, September 6, 2008
Thank you to those who served during "Into the Streets" on September 6, 2008. Your time, energies, & talents were greatly appreciated by the agencies and individuals with whom you worked!
   
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