August 17th, 2011
VSLC staff took some time out to volunteer recently at Barton Springs pool!
Friends of Barton Springs,the nonprofit group who supports and maintains
Barton Springs pool, sponsors monthly clean-ups to keep the pool visitor-
ready and healthy for all who use it. It was awesome, and we recommend it
for a great service experience!
Find out more about Friends of Barton Springs, and check their webpage
for their information about coming events at the pool!
August 16th, 2011
The VSLC has two programs currently recruiting members for 2011-2012!
UT Service Scholars: An organization for second year students and above, Scholars is a para-professional organization for students committed to service and leadership. Students who complete 300 hours of service during their time at UT and complete the capstone portfolio receive the UT Service Scholar distinction, and will have had the opportunity for research, networking, and professional development workshop series’ during their time in the program. Visit the UT Service Scholars website for the application! Due Wednesday, August 24, 2011 in the VSLC.
Texas FIRST: Our organization just for first-year students, Texas FIRST is a great place to get to know other new Longhorns, gain leadership experience, and get involved in volunteerism in Austin with others who love it as much as you! Visit the Texas FIRST website for the application! Due Friday, September 9, 2011 in the VSLC.
August 10th, 2011
Longhorn Crystal Galvan, a part-time AmeriCorps member with Students in Service, is a Student Teacher at Odom Elementary School. She has helped in a first-grade classroom and cites promoting the importance of taking care of the Earth in a social studies lesson as a stand-out experience.
During Crystal’s service involvement at Odom Elementary, she had the opportunity to work with 1st grade students who shared backgrounds similar to her own, which allowed her to gain a greater sense of pride in her roots and culture. Crystal is well on her way towards completing the 300 hours of service requirement for the Students in Service program and is a shining example of the impact UT students are making in the local Austin community. Crystal shares that , “It was significant to be seen and valued as a role model to my students,” as her service commitment comes to an end.
If you would like to learn more about how to participate in the Students in Service program, contact the VSLC at 512.471.6161 to find out about our Fall 2011 information sessions.
August 8th, 2011
We are thrilled to announce that our 2011-2012 AmeriCorps VISTA members have arrived on campus. Two VISTAs started this week and and the third VISTA joined the program last November and has relocated to our office from another site.
Mr. Juan Castillo is a UT graduate originally from Brownsville, TX. He holds a dual degree in RTF and Sociology. His primary responsibility will be to advise the UT Student Volunteer Board and he will also provide support for Project 2012.
Ms. Kimberly Edwards comes to us from New Orleans. She attended Clark Atlanta University where she obtained a degree in Mass Media Arts. Ms. Edwards has been working establishing a Service Internship Program for Health Professions and she also provides support to our General Volunteer Services area.
Ms. Hali Hoyt grew up in the Dallas, TX area. She graduated from Harding University in Arkansas and holds a Humanities degree. Ms. Hoyt will be advising the UT Service Scholars program, as well as providing support for the Students in Service program.
August 8th, 2011
All moved in and nothing to do?? Check out some awesome agencies in Austin who need volunteers!
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/…
July 18th, 2011
Groups and agencies all over Austin need volunteers, despite the summer heatwave!
Check them out here! http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/…
July 18th, 2011
Happy 7/11!
Stop by your local 7-11 store for a free slurpee today!
Also, check out service opportunities for the week here! http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/…
June 28th, 2011
UT Austin loves to volunteer! The VSLC is hosting a session at New Student Orientation this summer all about how to get involved as a first year student, and what kind of volunteer opportunities are available for the class of 2015!
Session Info:
When: Orientation, Day 2 – 1pm-2pm
Where: Welch 4.266
June 1st, 2011
The VSLC is proud to announce its Serve Here Spotlight, a weekly newsletter highlighting some of the volunteer opportunities available each week around Austin. Click here/> to see this week’s Spotlight!
From the newsletter you can sign up to receive it directly to your inbox every week. Otherwise check back here to browse what’s new!
April 7th, 2011
The Tower Awards are presented annually to honor excellence in volunteerism among the students, faculty, and staff at The University of Texas at Austin. Awards are presented at a ceremony, which began in 1998 as an event of the Volunteer and Service Learning Center, to honor the dedication of its own students. Today the ceremony recognizes students, faculty, and staff of the university, as well as community agencies and university-community partnership efforts.
If you have an individual or group to nominate, please visit our website here: http://blogs.utexas.edu/towerawards/nomi…
Thank you! Please email any questions to uttowerawards at gmail.com
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