What is Community Service?
Community Service: is the engagement in activities where services provided and received are mutually beneficial to both the community and the student. May be connected to coursework, but credit is not awarded.
Community Service is volunteerism that occurs in the community--action taken to meet the needs of others and better the community as a whole. Programs of all types, such as scouts, schools or YMCAs, often perform "community service." [National Service-Learning Clearinghouse]
Volunteering at Cameron University
It is really easy to volunteer to do community service at Cameron. All you have to do is look at each of the tabs at the top to navigate through this website. The agency tab will show you all of the local agencies (in categories) with their contact information and a short description. The service opportunity tab will give a list of current volunteering opportunities available. And finally the student hub tab will provide a wealth of knowledge about community service and what you need to know as a student.
If you are having problems navigating or want more information about a service opportunity or agency, it is all available in the Student Activities Office. Stop by and visit us today, or call 581-2217.
The Value of Volunteering
Top Reasons to Volunteer
There are as many reasons to serve as there are people who serve. Volunteering is not just an altruistic act. It's an opportunity to advance in all areas of your life. Here are a few of the things you can gain when you give your time and yourself:
- Connect with your community.
- Conserve funds for charities, nonprofits and faith-based and other community organizations by contributing your time.
- Share your skills and gain new ones.
- Develop self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Meet new people from all walks of life.
- Enhance your resume and make important networking contacts.
- Promote a worthwhile activity.
- Feel needed and valued.
- Experience something new.
- Serve your country.
