<\/strong><\/p>\n People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. For some it offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the people around them; for others it provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge. Regardless of the motivation, what unites them all is that they find it to be both challenging and rewarding. Volunteering and getting involved with your community is a great way to make a change, no matter how small, act upon your own values, develop new skills, explore career paths, and to build new relationships with other people and professionals in your educational area of interest. It also provides the opportunity to explore ourselves and our values, and to gain a better understanding of the social and environmental issues facing our communities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”148.8px” custom_margin=”||-152px|||” custom_padding=”0px||87px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”225.6px” custom_margin=”-38px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”175.5px” custom_padding=”|80px|0px|80px||true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”20px||||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Volunteering demonstrates that you value contributing to something larger than yourself, have strong time management skills, that you\u2019re a team player, and that you are proactive in expanding your skill set.\u00a0 Being engaged in your community shows that you are invested in creating the community and world in which you want to live, and the network you build through service work can serve as important references when applying for future professional positions.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||13px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-0.1%|auto||auto|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/volunteer\/volunteer-organizations\/” button_text=”List of Volunteer Organizations” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” url_new_window=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_divider color=”#d3d3d3″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”19%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|true” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”|3%|82px|3%|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding_tablet=”|5%||5%|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|5%||5%|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”#e7e7e7″ border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ border_width_left=”1px” border_color_left=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ header_2_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”28px” header_3_font=”Montserrat|600||on|||||” header_3_text_align=”right” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size=”16px” header_4_font=”Montserrat|500|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_4_font_size=”29px” background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”10%||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_right=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” border_color_bottom=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” border_color_left=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ header_2_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”28px” header_3_font=”Montserrat|600||on|||||” header_3_text_align=”right” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”16px” header_4_font=”Montserrat|500|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_4_font_size=”29px” custom_margin=”||-22px|||” custom_padding=”3%|5%|10%|5%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_right=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” border_color_bottom=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” border_color_left=”rgba(51,51,51,0.18)” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||”]<\/p>\n We Want to Hear From You<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Are you interested in discussing specific opportunities and ways to connect with volunteer organizations? Or maybe you’re not sure where to start but know that you want to give back to your community in some way. 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Submit a request form to our office so we can better assist you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/volunteer\/request-form\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Submit a Request Form” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#E02B20″ button_border_color=”#E02B20″ button_icon=”l||divi||400″ custom_margin=”-30px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-18px|||||” custom_padding=”9px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”7 Reasons Why You Should Volunteer as a College Student” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Chances are your schedule is already pretty tight as a college student, but taking a few hours out of your week to volunteer can not only allow you the chance to do good, it can change your life and help your future career. Here are our top seven reasons for volunteering while you\u2019re in college:<\/strong><\/p>\n Learn To Work As \u00a0Part of a Team<\/b><\/p>\n While you might have had a high school job or worked on group projects, there\u2019s still much to learn about being a team player\u2014and it\u2019s an important life skill. Because volunteering is such an active way to get involved, you\u2019ll learn a great deal about how to get along with disparate personalities. Volunteering will give not only make you feel good about doing good, but help you become a better employee in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n Learn How To Be A Leader<\/b><\/p>\n It can take a while to rise through the ranks of a company to leadership level. Volunteering is a place where you can have a larger voice than a traditional employee, so you can take the lead on projects and brush up your leadership skills. \u00a0You\u2019ll get to work with others to get creative with solutions and ideas and then figure out how make those ideas happen. More critical skills you\u2019ll need in the job market.<\/p>\n Build Your Resume While You Explore Careers<\/b><\/p>\n Every non-profit organization needs volunteers in every corner of the business from marketing to social media to sales and grunt work. You can try your skills in several areas to help you fine tune your post-college goals. You can also learn a tremendous amount about how non-profits run on limited budgets, a skill that will make you valuable to every potential employer.<\/span><\/p>\n Networking<\/b><\/p>\n When you become a valuable volunteer to an organization, you\u2019ll not only get the opportunity to network with the staff of the organization but often also the board (particularly if you volunteer during fundraising events), many of whom are business leaders outside of the non-profit space. You can make connections to powerful movers and shakers in the industry you plan to enter post college.<\/span><\/p>\n References<\/b><\/p>\n Having great references can be the key to success in landing that first job after college. If you become a valued volunteer for an organization, you will likely receive many glowing references that the non-profit team members will be happy to share with your prospective employers. Times are tough in the job market, and this could give you the edge you need to get your resume to the top of the pile.<\/span><\/p>\n Scholarships\u00a0and Getting Into\u00a0Graduate School<\/b><\/p>\n If you\u2019re planning to get a degree beyond undergrad, you will get a huge boost to your school applications if you have a track record of being a volunteer (along with those references). You even apply for volunteering awards that come with scholarship cash as early as your junior year. Look beyond the traditional scholarships, too \u00a0\u2014 many companies offer scholarships only to those that volunteer.<\/span><\/p>\n Perspective<\/b><\/p>\n College is stressful, there\u2019s no doubt about it. But chances are, if you volunteer for an organization that is helping the less fortunate, you\u2019ll get a chance to see how great your stressful college life really is \u2014 and nothing relieves stress better than gaining some perspective on how the world really is. Gratitude is an excellent study tool.<\/span><\/p>\n As you can see, being a volunteer really is worth it during your college years. Make the time to make a difference in the community near your school and you\u2019ll reap amazing rewards. For help in finding a place to volunteer, reach out to your college\u2019s community center or career center.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Tips for College Volunteers” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WHO WANT TO VOLUNTEER<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How to Add Volunteer Experience to your Resume” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n This Is Exactly How to List Volunteer Work on Your Resume<\/a>, The Muse [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#d6d6d6″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”50%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2022\/09\/hs_logo_black_rgb.png” alt=”Handshake black logo” title_text=”hs_logo_black_rgb” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n HANDSHAKE<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n WOU\u2019s online job, volunteer, and internship search platform (part-time, and full-time).\u00a0 Organizations are always looking to hire WOU students!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/mvvmalogo.png” alt=”Mid Valley Volunteer Managers Association logo” title_text=”mvvmalogo” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n MID-VALLEY VOLUNTEER MANAGERS ASSOCIATION<\/strong><\/p>\n Membership of local area organizations committed to strong volunteer engagement and support<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/United-Way.jpg” alt=”United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley logo” title_text=”United Way” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n UNITED WAY OF THE MID-WILLAMETTE VALLEY<\/strong><\/p>\n Change doesn\u2019t happen alone. Hope isn\u2019t a one-man band. Resilience doesn\u2019t happen without help. We have one life. To live better, we must Live United.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/25907ac9-6ce1-4a34-a02c-df41495d669a.png” alt=”HandsOn Greater Portland logo” title_text=”25907ac9-6ce1-4a34-a02c-df41495d669a” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n HANDS ON GREATER PORTLAND<\/strong><\/p>\n Connect with volunteer opportunities that makes a meaningful, rewarding change in the Greater Portland area.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/All-for-Good.png” alt=”All for Good: A service of points of light” title_text=”All for Good” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n ALL FOR GOOD<\/strong><\/p>\n Search for events, projects and organizations near you from volunteer sites all around the web.\u00a0Start projects on your own, for your community.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/Idealist.jpg” alt=”idealist” title_text=”Idealist” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n IDEALIST<\/strong><\/p>\n Idealist is all about connecting idealists \u2013 people who want to do good \u2013 with opportunities for action and collaboration.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/National-and-Community-Service.png” alt=”Corporation for National and Community Service” title_text=”National and Community Service” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE<\/strong><\/p>\n Established in 1993, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) is a federal agency that engages millions of Americans in service through its core programs \u2014 AmeriCorps and Senior Corps \u2014 and national volunteer efforts. Search tor volunteer opportunities in our area and around the country.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” border_color_bottom=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cdn.wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/files\/2018\/08\/VolunteerMatch.png” alt=”VolunteerMatch” title_text=”VolunteerMatch” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n VOLUNTEERMATCH<\/strong><\/p>\n VolunteerMatch matches inspired people with inspiring causes. It\u2019s how volunteers and nonprofits connect to achieve remarkable outcomes.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”79.8%” custom_margin=”|auto||auto|false|false” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Center for Professional Pathways<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n 503-838-8432<\/strong>\u00a0| or\u00a0<\/span>e-mail:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>pathways@wou.edu<\/a><\/span>|\u00a0<\/span>Location:<\/strong> SSC 205<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Volunteer “Life’s most urgent question…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1334,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"splash-page.php","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\n People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. For some it offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the people around them; for others it provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge. Regardless of the motivation, what unites them all is that they find it to be both challenging and rewarding. Volunteering and getting involved with your community is a great way to make a change, no matter how small, act upon your own values, develop new skills, explore career paths, and to build new relationships with other people and professionals in your educational area of interest. It also provides the opportunity to explore ourselves and our values, and to gain an understanding behind relevant social issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Volunteering demonstrates that you value contributing to something larger than yourself, have strong time management skills, that you\u2019re a team player, and that you are proactive in expanding your skill set. Being engaged in your community shows that you are invested in creating the community and world in which you want to live, and the network you build through service work can serve as important references when applying for future professional positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you interested in discussing specific opportunities and ways to connect with volunteer organizations? Make an one-on-one appointment with our staff on WolfLink<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Join WOU's volunteer listserv<\/a> to learn about upcoming one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities, alternative break announcements, and ways to engage with local community partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you have a group volunteer project coming up? If so, SLCD can connect you with local community partners in need of help. Submit a request form to our office so we can better assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n[section=7 Reasons Why You Should Volunteer as a College Student]\n\n\n\n Chances are your schedule is already pretty tight as a college student, but taking a few hours out of your week to volunteer can not only allow you the chance to do good, it can change your life and help your future career. Here are our top seven reasons for volunteering while you\u2019re in college:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn To Work As Part of a Team<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n While you might have had a high school job or worked on group projects, there\u2019s still much to learn about being a team player\u2014and it\u2019s an important life skill. Because volunteering is such an active way to get involved, you\u2019ll learn a great deal about how to get along with disparate personalities. Volunteering will give not only make you feel good about doing good, but help you become a better employee in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn How To Be A Leader<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n It can take a while to rise through the ranks of a company to leadership level. Volunteering is a place where you can have a larger voice than a traditional employee, so you can take the lead on projects and brush up your leadership skills. You\u2019ll get to work with others to get creative with solutions and ideas and then figure out how make those ideas happen. More critical skills you\u2019ll need in the job market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Build Your Resume While You Explore Careers<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Every non-profit organization needs volunteers in every corner of the business from marketing to social media to sales and grunt work. You can try your skills in several areas to help you fine tune your post-college goals. You can also learn a tremendous amount about how non-profits run on limited budgets, a skill that will make you valuable to every potential employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Networking<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you become a valuable volunteer to an organization, you\u2019ll not only get the opportunity to network with the staff of the organization but often also the board (particularly if you volunteer during fundraising events), many of whom are business leaders outside of the non-profit space. You can make connections to powerful movers and shakers in the industry you plan to enter post college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n References<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n Having great references can be the key to success in landing that first job after college. If you become a valued volunteer for an organization, you will likely receive many glowing references that the non-profit team members will be happy to share with your prospective employers. Times are tough in the job market, and this could give you the edge you need to get your resume to the top of the pile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scholarships and Getting Into Graduate School<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re planning to get a degree beyond undergrad, you will get a huge boost to your school applications if you have a track record of being a volunteer (along with those references). You even apply for volunteering awards that come with scholarship cash as early as your junior year. Look beyond the traditional scholarships, too \u2014 many companies offer scholarships only to those that volunteer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perspective<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n College is stressful, there\u2019s no doubt about it. But chances are, if you volunteer for an organization that is helping the less fortunate, you\u2019ll get a chance to see how great your stressful college life really is \u2014 and nothing relieves stress better than gaining some perspective on how the world really is. Gratitude is an excellent study tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you can see, being a volunteer really is worth it during your college years. Make the time to make a difference in the community near your school and you\u2019ll reap amazing rewards. For help in finding a place to volunteer, reach out to your college\u2019s community center or career center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n permalink: http:\/\/www.league91.com\/college-student-volunteering\/<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n[endsection]\n\n\n\n[section=Tips for College Volunteers]\n\n\n\n permalink: https:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/VIA_tips_volunteering_college.pdf<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n[endsection]\n\n\n\n[section=How to Add Volunteer Experience to your Resume]\n\n\n\n This Is Exactly How to List Volunteer Work on Your Resume<\/a>, The Muse <\/p>\n\n\n\n[metaslider id=\"4954\"]\n\n\n\n Below is a listing of organizations that WOU students have volunteered with in the past. This list is not comprehensive and we encourage you to check Wolflink and other search engines to find opportunities that are of interest to you and meet your availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WOU Alternative Break Program<\/a> Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n[metaslider id=\"4870\"]\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n WOLFLINK (HANDSHAKE)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n WOU's online job, volunteer, and internship search platform (part-time, and full-time). Organizations are always looking to hire WOU students!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n MID-VALLEY VOLUNTEER MANAGERS ASSOCIATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Membership of local area organizations committed to strong volunteer engagement and support<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n UNITED WAY OF THE MID-WILLAMETTE VALLEY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Change doesn\u2019t happen alone. Hope isn\u2019t a one-man band. Resilience doesn't happen without help. We have one life. To live better, we must Live United.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n HANDS ON GREATER PORTLAND<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Connect with volunteer opportunities that makes a meaningful, rewarding change in the Greater Portland area.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/h2>\n
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Volunteer Email List<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Should You Use Volunteer Experience On Your Resume?<\/a>, LinkedIn.com
More Than Just a Resume: Share Your Volunteer Aspirations on Your LinkedIn Profile<\/a>, LinkedIn.com<\/p>\nVolunteer Search Engines<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Life's most urgent question is: What are you doing for others?\"<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Martin Luther King Jr.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Get Involved<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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WOU Volunteer ListServ<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WHO WANT TO VOLUNTEER<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Should You Use Volunteer Experience On Your Resume?<\/a>, LinkedIn.com
More Than Just a Resume: Share Your Volunteer Aspirations on Your LinkedIn Profile<\/a>, LinkedIn.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n[endsection]\n\n\n\nLocal Organizations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
On-Campus Partners<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>WOU Campus Garden<\/a>
<\/a>WOU Food Pantry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nLocal Area Partners<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Alzheimer's Network
American Red Cross Willamette Chapter<\/a>
Autism Society of Oregon<\/a>
Benton County Sheriff's Office<\/a>
Boys and Girls Club of Salem: Marion and Polk Counties<\/a>
Catholic Community Services Willamette Valley<\/a>
Causa, Oregon's Immigrant Rights Group<\/a>
Children\u2019s Relief Nursery a Program with LifeWorks NW<\/a>
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde<\/a>
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)<\/a>
Dallas Area Chamber and Visitors Center<\/a>
Dallas Community School<\/a>
Dallas Retirement Village<\/a>
Family Building Blocks<\/a>
Family Tree Relief Nursery<\/a>
Gentle House<\/a>
Grace Center for Adult Day Services<\/a>
Jackson Street Youth Services<\/a>
Linn County Juvenile Department<\/a>
Luckiamute Watershed Council<\/a>
Marion-Polk County Food Share<\/a>
Monmouth Senior Center<\/a>
National Psoriasis Foundation<\/a>
Northwest Senior and Disability Services<\/a>
Oregon Department of Human Services<\/a>
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife<\/a>
Oregon School for the Deaf <\/a>
Oregon State Capitol<\/a>
Oregon State Library<\/a>
Oregon State Parks and Recreation<\/a>
Oregon Youth Authority<\/a>
PCUN Oregon\u2019s Farmworker Union <\/a>
Planned Parenthood \u2013 Columbia Willamette<\/a>
Rotary International - Dallas Club<\/a>
Rotary International - Monmouth-Independence Club<\/a>
Rise, Inc<\/a>
Salem Free Clinics<\/a>
Salem Friends of Felines<\/a>
Salem Habitat for Humanity<\/a>
Salem Hospital<\/a>
Salem Public Library<\/a>
Salem\u2019s Riverfront Carousel<\/a>
Shangri-La<\/a>
SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)<\/a>
The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Salem, OR<\/a>
Yamhill County Health and Human Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nVolunteer Search Engines<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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