Big Rapids is hosting a garden clean-up on May 7th. Volunteers with weed, rake, and prepare garderns for the summer. All necessary tools will be provided. For more information of if you are interested in this oppotunity, please contact Joyce Ilitis at 231-591-6379 or joyilitis@yahoo.com

A local Big Rapids resident is looking for 2-4 students to help with general yard work, especially raking. Tools will be provided. Scheduling is very flexible; the best times for her are after 4pm Monday-Thursday or anytime Friday-Sunday. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Betty Southworth at 231-796-3309.

Stanwood Community Center is currently seeking volunteers:

 

“We need individuals that may be able to help out with future fundraising events (planning, set up, help during the event(s), clean up, etc.)

Before any other plans can take action, however, we need volunteers that can help us get our building up. Our property is located in Stanwood. We plan to put a pole building up and finish it on the inside to house the activities described above. If you are handy, we need you! 

For the future, we are seeking individuals or groups that may be willing to lead a session that would be open to the community for any talent, such as knitting, sewing, quilting, arts and crafts, woodworking, exercise (specialized for senior citizens also), fitness, nutrition, dancing, anything!! Also if you like being a mentor, we are seeking individuals to help with an after-school program.”

If this sounds like something you would like to be part of, please contact Shannon Kelley at 231-580-1935 or stanwoodcommunitycenter@gmail.com. 

A local, elderly Big Rapids resident is currently looking for 3-5 volunteers to help with lawncare at his residence (raking, trimming, etc.). Equipment will be provided and the volunteers can complete the work when their schedule allows. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ellery Vargo at 231-796-5173.

Entertainment Unlimited needs volunteers for Ferris Fest! Volunteers are needed for Friday, April 26th from 12:00pm-6:00pm and Saturday April 27th from 8:00am-11:00pm.

**All volunteers will receive a free t-shirt for completing a minimum of 2 volunteer hours!! You will receive your volunteer hours upon approval from Entertainment Unlimited. Be sure to bring your Ferris Student ID.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jennifer Hager at hagerj@ferris.edu. 

Meceola Children's Council is looking for about 20 volunteers to help out at a5k run on April 28th, starting at 9am. Volunteer duties include helping at the registration table, handing out water and snacks at the end of the race, and standing along the course to make sure runners are headed the right direction. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Amy Eddinger at 231-592-0128 or aeddinger@co.mecosta.mi.us.

A local Big Rapids resident is looking for someone to help with some yardwork around their house. Ms. Quinn needs her yard raked, small deck stained, and pond cleaned and possibly relined. All supplies needed for projects will be provided. If you are able to help out, please contact Mary Quinn at 231-527-5142 or 231-796-6835.

City of Big Rapids Mayor Mark Warba, the District 10 Health Department and the Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Center are inviting the Ferris State University community to “Walk with the Mayor” each Wednesday at 7 p.m. in preparation for the Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 18.

Beginning this Wednesday, at 7 p.m. in Hemlock Park, Warba and a group of fellow community members will build up their walking skills to get in shape for the May 18 event. Walk with the Mayor takes place each Wednesday beginning March 27 and running through May 15.

This event is free and open to the public. Participants need only bring comfortable walking shoes and join the group.

For more information, contact Tom Hogenson at (231) 592-4409 or thogenson@mcmcbr.com.

To learn more about the event and the Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Center, visit: http://www.spwcenter.org/

What does hunger look like in America? Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank is participating in a nationwide Hunger Study to learn just that. We need volunteer survey administrators to make it happen. Your responsibilities will include receiving training, speaking with charity food program clients, selecting who will complete client surveys, and providing them with on-site technological assistance as needed. We hope you'll commit to 3-12 hours per week for at least 6 weeks during the survey period (April-August). Contact EliannaB@FeedingAmericaWestMichigan.org to get on board. 

Michigan Campus Compact (MiCC) is pleased to announce that 21 students from Ferris State University will be awarded for their dedication and commitment to community service during the 17th annual Outstanding Student Service Awards Celebration, April 13, 2013, at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing, Mich.

Each year, MiCC awards students from member colleges and universities across the state for their outstanding commitment to service-learning and civic engagement. Three types of awards are given: the Outstanding Community Impact Award, the Commitment to Service Award and the Heart and Soul Award. This year, more than 450 students from 33 member campuses will receive awards.

Nicole Christy, Fuller Cowell, Amber Cumings, Taima Dry, Shannon Fick, Jeff Gibson, Matthew Holliday, Gabrielle Jackson, Steven Jones, Delaney Kent, Shaughna Langerak, Jeremy Miller, Jessica Monitz, Khrystyne Noeldner, Ronald Olkowski III, Gregory Priester, Allison Schiefer, Kristen Thorhauer, Contale Tolbert, Stephen Vear and Colby Wittman will receive the Heart and Soul Award. This award is given to students to recognize their time, effort and personal commitment to their communities through service.

MiCC will honor all award recipients at an awards brunch on April 13, 2013, at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Michigan Campus Compact is a coalition of college and university presidents who are committed to fulfilling the public purpose of higher education. MiCC promotes the education and commitment of Michigan college students to be civically engaged citizens, through creating and expanding academic, co-curricular and campus-wide opportunities for community service, service-learning and civic engagement. For more information, please visit www.micampuscompact.org.
 

A Big Rapids community member is looking for a tutor for a high school student in algebra/pre-algebra. Volunteers must be able to teach math skills, formulas, and/or step by step processes. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Wilson at 269-615-1717 or irenwils@hotmail.com.

The Southern Baptist Convention Relief Ministry is in need of volunteers to assist with cleaning up homes that were affected by the recent Muskegon River Flooding. Volunteers will be carrying trash, building materials, furniture, clothing, boxes, etc. from a house to a dumpster. Volunteers will need to be able to lift and carry materials, have hard sole shoes, and gloves. Volunteers are needed for a variety of shifts between 9am and 4pm Monday through Saturday. Meals and transportation may be provided as appropriate. For more information or to sign-up to volunteer, please call Skip Maxson at 517-254-4519 OR 517-212-6193.

As a a safety precaution, please note that volunteers are not to enter any premise that has NOT been cleared of dangers and mold. The Southern Baptist Convention Relief Ministry has trained staff to clean the inside of the house and are not permitted to use volunteers to do this.

The Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help out with the 1st Annual Mecosta County Community Easter Egg Drop. The event will be held on March 30th at 1:00pm at the Roben Hood Airport. Volunteers will need to help keep children in their designated areas and serve as crowd-control. There may be light set-up and clean-up as well. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Jennifer Heinzman at 231-796-7649 or JHeinzman@mecostacounty.com.

Big Rapids AAUW is looking for volunteers for help set up and break down a book sale. Help is needed on Thursday, April 4th from 8am to 5pm and Saturday, April 6th from 2pm to 5pm. The book sale raises funds for the AAUW Ferris Scholarship.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Mary Murnik at murnikm@ferris.edu or 231-591-2546.
 

Our Brother’s Keeper Shelter is currently looking for lots of volunteers. Duties for this position include:
- Monitoring the shelter
- Checking in guests
- Basic cleaning
- Answering phones and taking messages
- Arriving for designated shifts on time
- Treat all people with courtesy and respect

All volunteers must pass a background check completed through Michigan State Police ICHAT system. Volunteers are also expected to be responsible, mature and kind. Please do not volunteer if you have any concerns about being able to complete your duties. It is not an option to just not show up.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Bob Beaverson at 231-629-8033 or obk.shelter@gmail.com.
 

Our Brother’s Keeper Shelter is currently looking for 2-4 volunteers with experience in Graphic Design or Web Design to create and maintain website and to design informative brochures and other printed materials. Duties will not be completed at the shelter location; the volunteers would work with shelter staff and then complete tasks from home and/or using their own supplies.

Volunteers must pass a background check completed through the Michigan State Police ICHAT system. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Bob Beaverson at 231-629-8033.
 

Charity Baptist Church is currently looking for 1 volunteer to work as an unpaid Youth Pastor in Paris, MI. The job involves working with and visiting youth in the program, bible studies, working with Pastor on outreach activities, and assisting the Pastor in other activities. The ideal candidate is a male or husband/wife team that has a strong belief in the Word of God. The volunteer must live their faith and be a good role model for youth. In time, the church hopes to make this a paid position. Compensation for gas/fuel will be offered. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Bob King at 231-796-7112.

A local, elderly Big Rapids resident is currently looking for 2-4 volunteers to help with lawncare at his residence. Equipment will be provided and the volunteers can complete the work when their schedule allows. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ronald Dunn at 231-660-2772

A local, elderly Big Rapids resident is currently looking for 2-4 volunteers to help with lawncare at his residence. Equipment will be provided and the volunteers can complete the work when their schedule allows. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ellery Vargo at 231-796-5173.

The Gate will be hosting a April Fools’ Foolish Bowling Tournament on Saturday, April 6th. This 4-hour event will include foolish bowling form blacklight to blindfolded. All proceeds from this bowling tournament will go toward supporting the mission of Our Brothers Keepers Homeless Shelter of Big Rapids.

14 volunteers are needed during the event to keep track of bowling statistics and promote foolishness from participants. Volunteers should be fun and outgoing and not afraid to encourage a little heckling. Volunteers will need to be able to work from 11:30am-6:30pm on April 6th.

If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity, please contact John at 231-408-8521.
 

The Office of International Education is looking for 10 volunteers to help out at this year’s International Festival of Cultures, to be held on April 14th at 9:00am. Volunteers will assist with set-up and tear-down, selling food tickets, welcoming attendees, restocking food stations, and other tasks as needed by the Festival planning committee. Volunteers should have plenty of energy, enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, interest in cultures from around the world, and the ability to stand for hours at a time. Experience in greeting and hosting is a plus!

Volunteers must attend a pre-event meeting the week of April 8th and will be needed from 9am - 7pm on Sunday, April 14th in the IRC. Volunteers may also be asked to assist with cooking food in Westview, Wednesday - Saturday, April 10th - 13th.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Elizabeth Matthews at 231-591-2824 or matthee2@ferris.edu.
 

Fallen Officer Memorial 5k Run/Walk
April 20th, 2013
Hemlock Park Big Rapids
$20.00 to register!
Register before April 1st and receive a complementary T-shirt!
Registration begins 9:00am
Run beings 10:00am
Walk begins 10:10am
Awards will be given to top finishers!
       Course: Starts at Hemlock Park extends just past North End Park and then back to Hemlock Park

Being in the Criminal Justice field is tough. You never know if you are going to make it home or not. This race is to honor all of the brave officers who have laid down their lives protecting others.

The proceeds will be going to the Jessica Nagel Scholarship Fund here on campus. Jessica Nagel was a Ferris Graduate that fell in the line of duty. A scholarship is awarded to a Ferris Student every year. It will also be going towards fundraising for the Beta Kappa Rho Chapter of Lambda Alpha Epsilon. Volunteer hours may also be logged with the FSU Volunteer Center for this event. 

 

If you are interested in this event, please contact Shannon Fick at ficks@ferris.edu

Want some fun and easy volunteer hours? We really need volunteers for SafeRide this weekend from 12am-2:30am Friday and Saturday night. Volunteers will ride the bus and announce its arrival at local bars. Call the Student Leadership & Activities office to reserve your spot at 231-591-2606! If you cannot reach the office, you can contact me directly at 989-370-3164. Thank You!

WISE is currently looking for volunteers to be part of a cleaning team for transitional housing for clients and the shelter. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and take WISE 101 training. The schedule is variable; volunteers are needed all week long. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alea Whitfield at 231-796-6600 or wiseagainstviolence@gmail.com. 

WISE is currently looking for volunteers with trucks that are available to help clients move from the shelter to their new homes. Volunteers are required to pass a background check and take WISE 101 and 102 training. The schedule is variable; volunteers are needed all week long. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alea Whitfield at 231-796-6600 or wiseagainstviolence@gmail.com.

TrueNorth Community Services is currently looking for 4 student majoring in either a math or reading-related field to serve as tutors at Baldwin Community Schools. Volunteers would either tutor in math (help with fractions, terminology, addition, multiplication, etc.) or reading (comprehension skills). Volunteers need to have a valid driver’s license and pass a background/registry check (provided by agency). If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Melissa McLeod at 231-745-1162 or mmcleod@truenorthservices.org

A local Big Rapids resident is looking for a few volunteers to help move furniture (one dresser and possibly an entertainment center). She is able to work with your schedule on most days except Wednesday. If you are able to help, please contact Darlene Keshict at 231-660-2472.

Altercare of Big Rapids is currently looking for up to 5 ongoing volunteers. Altercare volunteer duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Visiting with residents on one-to-one basis
- Playing games one-on-one or in small groups
- Leading small group activities
- Reading to residents
- Wheeling/walking with residents around facility or outdoors
- Any creative ideas are welcome!

Volunteers should enjoy working with older adults, have patience when working with individuals with disabilities, and be compassionate and caring about others. You will also need to get a TB test and background check before volunteering.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Sarah Nickels at 231-796-3185 or sarah.nickels@altercareonline.net.
 

Want some fun and easy volunteer hours? We really need volunteers for SafeRide this weekend from 12am-2:30am tonight, tomorrow, or Saturday night. Volunteers will ride the bus and announce its arrival at local bars. Call the Student Leadership & Activities office to reserve your spot at 231-591-2606! If you cannot reach the office, you can contact me directly at 989-370-3164. Thank You!

The Rock and Worship Roadshow will be coming to Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids on February 8th at 4:30pm. They are currently looking for 50-70 volunteers that can work a merchandise table at the concert, take money at the door, sort money, usher, and perform other jobs as needed. If you are interested in volunteering at this event, please contact Kelcey Wixtrom at (517) 899-2364 or kelceyrenee@gmail.com .

This past week, extreme shifts in weather caused extensive flooding, as the Muskegon River overflowed and forced the evacuation of residents along its banks. Suddenly lives of our colleagues, friends and neighbors were turned upside down. The return of bitter cold weather is compounding the problem, preventing people from returning to their homes. Some residents are facing the likelihood that their homes will be total losses.

According to news reports, approximately sixty homes were affected by the flooding; half of these were seasonal homes unoccupied in the winter. The area most impacted by flood waters is the mile and a half stretch between Garfield Road and 11 Mile Road in Rogers Heights.

Initial reports indicate that the damage, estimated to be as much $3 million, does not qualify for federal disaster relief. As a result, your help and support are sorely needed. Those affected are likely to have long-term needs beyond this period of emergency response.

Individually, the most efficient way to help is to donate money to existing relief organizations. If you have the means to do so, please consider a donation to the Red Cross. You can earmark your donation to go to the Mecosta County flood relief effort by contacting the Mecosta County Chapter of the American Red Cross at (231) 796-6562. You can also donate through their national website, www.redcross.org/donate. By clicking on “change cause” on the home page, you can direct your donation to your local chapter.

The Volunteer Center is actively working with the Mecosta County chapter of the American Red Cross to help coordinate efforts by student organizations to match student volunteer efforts to those in need. While there aren’t currently any specific volunteer opportunities available, this is likely to change over the coming weeks and months. If you are interested in helping, please consider signing up via the link below. You will then be notified when and where help is needed and will be able to confirm your participation.

http://redcross.volunteermatch.org/results/opp_detail.jsp?oppid=279812&isAddedParticipant=false

Thank you in advance for your donation of both time and money to those in need in our community.

Ferris State University is competing in the 2013 Gift of Life Campus Challenge, to see which Michigan college can sign up the most people to the Michigan Organ Donor Registry. You can help FSU bring home the trophy, but more importantly, you can save the lives of eight people through organ donation and improve the lives of up to 50 people through tissue donation. Even if you have signed the back of your license or added your name to the registry in the past, sign up again to receieve a red heart donor sticker for your driver's license or state ID card.

 

You can sign up online at bit.ly/ferrisdonor.

 

Still have questions or concerns about being an organ donor? Check out Gift of Life's website at http://www.giftoflifemichigan.org/understanding_donation/ for more information.

 

Thank you for your support of our school and this great cause.

The International Student Organization is looking for 35 students to volunteer for the International Soccer Tournament. Some the duties would be: record actions during the game, carry tables and chairs before and after the game, organize players before the game by jersey numbers and teams, keep time of game, make sure all the rules and regulations are being followed, and make sure the room is in proper condition before exiting the building.

Days and times available are:
Saturday, February 2, 2013 6 PM - 10 PM
Saturday, February 9, 2013 6 PM - 10 PM
Saturday, February 16, 2013 4 PM - 8 PM
Sunday, February 17, 2013 4 PM - 8 PM
Saturday, February 23, 2013 4 PM - 8 PM
Sunday, February 24, 2013 4 PM - 8 PM
Saturday, March 2, 2013 6 PM- 10 PM
Sunday, March 3, 2013 1 PM - 6 PM

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jocelyn Aigboduwa at 513-205-5676 or aigbodj@ferris.edu.
 

Big Rapids High School is currently seeking college students to serve as tutors for Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Functions and Statistics, History, and tutors that are willing to read books to students. Tutoring may be one-on-one with a single student or small group lessons. Volunteers are needed both during school hours and after school from 3:00-4:15pm. If you are able to work either of these shifts, please contact Linda Lindsey, Media Specialist, at (231) 796-7651 or llindsey@brps.org.

In addition, you must sign up through the Volunteer Center on OrgSync. To do this:
1. Log into MyFSU
2. Click on the OrgSync logo
3. Click ‘Organizations’ > ‘Volunteer Center’
4. Click ‘Forms’
5. Fill out the form titled ‘Big Rapids High School Tutoring Sign-Up’

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity or how to sign up, please feel free to contact me at (231) 591-2606 or studentvolunteercenter@ferris.edu.
 

Angels of Action is currently looking for 6-12 volunteers with vehicles for a few hours this Friday at 11am. Students with cars are requested to move food and similar items from a drop off location to the transition center in downtown Big Rapids. Students will meet behind the United Church at 120 State Street (across the street from Family Video) to begin work. Coordinators will be there to give directions to volunteers. If you are available to volunteer, please contact David Fisher at (810) 919-1765. 

Career Services 2013 Spring Career Week is Monday, February 4th - Friday, February 8th and taking place all around campus. Volunteers will be needed several days for various events and will be provided with a FREE volunteer shirt to wear the day they choose volunteering.

 

There are four different opportunities to volunteer:

Healthcare Career Fair - January 6th from 3-8pm in the Optometry Building
(Sign-up here: https://orgsync.com/38998/forms/64150)

Information Session – February 6th from 5-9pm in the IRC
(Sign-up here: https://orgsync.com/38998/forms/64152)

Information Session – February 7th from 5-9pm in the IRC
(Sign-up here: https://orgsync.com/38998/forms/64152)

Business and Technology Career Fair – February 7th from 11am-3pm in the Sports Complex
(Sign-up here: https://orgsync.com/38998/forms/64154)

 

THE LAST DAY TO SIGN-UP TO VOLUNTEER IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 25TH.

 

If you have any other questions regarding Career Week, you can contact Career Services at (231) 591-2685 or on their website at www.ferris.edu/careerservices.
 

The City of Big Rapids is looking for 10 volunteers to assist in arts and crafts, food/refreshment area, (i.e. providing drinks, popcorn, cookies, etc.), check-in per-registered participants and other misc duties at a Daddy Daughter Dance on February 8th. The dance takes place from 7pm-9pm. Assistance is needed for set up and tear down in addition to the actual event. The complete time for volunteer service is from 5:30pm - 10pm. Also, this is a special event for the community. Volunteers are requested to wear clean and professional attire (i.e., polo shirt and pants). There will be moving of tables, chairs, etc so please keep this in mind when choosing attire for the event.

 

If you are interested in volunteering at this event, please contact Heather Bowman at (231) 592-4038 or hbowman@ci.big-rapids.mi.us.
 

For 22 years, Mid Michigan Community Action has been hosting Walk for Warmth for one simple reason: to make sure families in our communities do not go through the winter without heat. The need for help this year is expected to be higher than ever as unemployment remains high, and costs continue to rise.

Mid-Michigan Community Action is currently seeking some volunteers to help conduct a fundraiser for this year’s Walk for Warmth. The opportunity is open-ended and times to volunteer can be discussed. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact JoAnn Longcor at (231) 660-0271 or jlongcor@mmcaa.org.
 

Women’s Information Service, Inc. (WISE) provides advocacy, safety options and support services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. WISE empowers individuals and families through respect and equality, and works toward strengthening our communities through awareness, prevention and education.

 

This agency is currently seeking 3 volunteers to help organize housing resources to help clients find housing more easily. Volunteers are required to pass a background check and complete WISE 101 training. If you are interesting in helping out, please contact Alea Whitfield at (231) 796-6600 or wiseagainstviolence@gmail.com for more details and scheduling.

FLITE invites all interested members of the campus community to attend upcoming vendor demonstrations of new “web-scale discovery services” that could simplify searching of library resources and improve retrieval results of relevant information. Colleges and universities that have already implemented discovery services report a tremendous impact on undergraduate and interdisciplinary research. FLITE is very interested in receiving student opinions about the potential of these discovery services to improve their research experience, and we will be collecting feedback following each presentation.

 

We have invited three vendors to demonstrate their products. It is not necessary to attend every presentation; however, it would be great if you can attend more than one so you can make comparative comments about the products. Each presentation is expected to take about 1 1/2 hours. We ask that you fill out a feedback form afterwards. The vendor dates are as follows:

          January 11th at 1:00 pm in FLITE 112
          January 14th at 10:30 am in FLITE 112
          January 17th at 2:00 pm in FLITE 112

 

There will be an attendance sign-in sheet at each demonstration for anyone desiring to track his or her volunteer hours with the Volunteer Center. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Leah Monger at (231) 591 2947 or mongerl@ferris.edu.
 

Birkam Health & Counseling Centers are currently looking for volunteers for the Spring 2013 semester. Volunteers will greet and assist (concierge) incoming clients/patients when they enter the building reception area. Some patients/clients may simply need directions in the building or assistance accessing intake forms on the reception area computers

 

Volunteers need to be familiar with the services offered at Birkam Health Center and the Personal Counseling Center (we will help you become familiar). Volunteers should be cheerful and welcoming to all patrons and feel comfortable interacting with students.

 

Students are needed Monday through Friday. Volunteer hours are flexible during the period of 9am-4pm. Volunteers can choose as little as one hour a week or up to 20. Volunteering starts in January and continues through April. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Renee Vander Myde at (231) 591-5968 or douglar@ferris.edu. 
 

This year's MLK Celebration is coming up soon – January 21st through the 23rd. The Office of Multicultural Student Services is looking for plenty of volunteers to help out as these great events. Check out the posting on the discussion board for full details.

 

Volunteers for any 2013 MLK Celebration event must attend *one of the scheduled MLK Celebration Volunteer meetings. The meetings are scheduled for Wed. 1/16/13 at 7pm, Thurs. 1/17/13 at 11am, and Fri. 1/18/13 at 4pm in the Rankin Student Center (Room TBA). Stay tuned to www.ferris.edu/omss/mlkinfo for details.

 

Jim Crow Museum
Volunteers will assist with the registration table outside the Jim Crow Museum (JCM) in the FLITE Lower Level. Volunteers will be needed Mon. Jan 21st from 9am-2pm, Tues. Jan. 22nd from 12-5pm, and Wed. Jan. 23rd from 12-5pm. Volunteers will pass out surveys and flyers to visitors who visit the JCM. In addition volunteers will assist with set-up and breakdown of the registration table.

 

MLK Freedom March
Volunteers will assist with the registration table at the MLK Freedom March, Monday, Jan 21st from 2-4pm in the IRC Connector. Duties will include passing out various materials to attendees such as March chants/flyers/surveys, and coordination of the signing of the MLK "We Are" Banner. In addition volunteers will assist with set-up and break-down of the registration table.

 

MLK Student Tribute
Volunteers will assist with the registration table at the 2013 MLK Student Tribute Mon. Jan. 21st 6-9pm in the Rankin Student Center Dome Room. Duties will include assisting with class sign-up sheets, and passing out event programs/flyers/surveys. In addition volunteers will assist with set-up and breakdown of the registration table at the event

 

MLK Student Symposium
Volunteers will assist with the registration table at the 2013 MLK Student Symposium Tuesday Jan. 22nd form 6-9pm in the Rankin Student Center Dome Room. Duties will include assisting with class sign-in sheets, and passing out programs/flyers/surveys to attendees. In addition volunteers will assist with set-up and breakdown of the registration table.

 

MLK “We Are” Banner Signing Station
Volunteers will assist with the MLK "We Are" Banner Signing display in the IRC Connector on Tuesday, Jan. 22nd and Wednesday, Jan. 23rd from 9am-5pm. Volunteers will assist with providing visitors with materials to sign the banner, as well as pass out event flyers for the MLK Celebration.

 

MLK Celebration Feature Presentation
Volunteers will assist with the registration table outside the 2013 MLK Featured Presentation on Wed. Jan 23rd at Williams Auditorium. Volunteers will be needed from 6-7pm before the show, and from 8-9pm following the show. Duties will include assisting with class sign-in sheets, and passing out and collecting surveys to/from attendees.
 

The City of Big Rapids is looking for volunteers to help out with the Downtown Candlelight Shopping Experience next week, December 13th. 3-6 volunteers are needed from 3pm to 8pm (you can work whatever shifts work best for you). Volunteers will help carry and set out luminaries, keep them lit, and then help cleanup. This is a great last minute project for those who still need to get in their volunteer hours for the semester. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Darcy Salinas at downtownbigrapids@gmail.com or (231) 287-4670.

We are currently looking for 10 volunteers to assist at the Mecosta County Chamber Gala on Friday December 7th from approximately 5pm-11pm (with shift from 5-8 and from 8-11) at the Big Rapids Holiday Inn. This is fancy gala with black pants/skirts and white shirts required. It will be a great local networking opportunity. Volunteers will greet guests, sell raffle tickets, assist with the live auction, and other guest relations tasks. Training will be giving when you arrive.

If you are interested in volunteering at this event, please contact Angie Roman as soon as possible. She can be reached at (231) 591-2674 or angelaroman@ferris.edu. 

 On January 21st at 10:00am in the West Campus Community Center, the 2013 MLK Planning Committee is hosting the MLK Soup Kitchen in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Each year Ferris State honors the memory of one of our nation's great leaders by hosting the MLK week Celebration. This year we will kick off the 2013 MLK Celebration with the MLK Soup Kitchen. We believe that this project is a great way to honor the Dr. King by servicing others, while giving Ferris students opportunity to give back through volunteering.

All volunteer shifts will be 1.5 hours.
Set Up- Volunteers will assist with setting up the dinning and serving areas.
Food Service- Volunteers will assist in serving food.
Table bussing- volunteers will assist with clearing tables.
Greeters- Volunteers will assist with welcoming guests as they arrive.
Line Directors Volunteers will direct lines, to help keep a steady flow of service.
Clean Up- Volunteers will help with clean up of the service area, tables and kitchen.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Amber Balmer at 231-591-2141 or balmera@ferris.edu

Volunteers who wish to participate must attend an informational meeting to receive the proper training required for this event. The meeting times for the informational will be emailed to participants once a date has been decided on. Volunteers will sign up for their individual times during this informational session.
 

Feeding America is a federally supported program which uses excess food and brings it to the needy at no cost. It is our goal to bring it to the entire Mecosta County area. Efforts have been under way in Barryton, Paris, Rodney, and Grant Center on a smaller scale. It is not our intent to replace their efforts, but to broaden the opportunity.

 

A second meeting for this program is being held Saturday, December 8th at 1:00pm at the Morton Township Library. At this meeting we hope to establish a Coordinating Committee(s) to make the Feeding America program a reality after the 1st of the year. We have a lot to do, so come ready to get to work!

 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sharon Schaening at (989) 967-3531 or Sherry Anderson at (231) 972-7679 or sherryanderson57@gmail.com.

Nicole Dennis, a senior at Ferris State University, is looking to help out those suffering on the east coast from Hurricane Sandy. Donations can made at http://www.crowdrise.com/donatetohurricanesandyvictims.

Hurricane Sandy continues to create a wrath of destruction along the coast as the dead toll number rises, homes continue to be destroyed by hurricane winds, floods and fires and millions are left without power.

The smallest donation helps in the biggest way. Get involved by donating to this fundraiser and watch as we reach this goal together. Every dollar helps for the hundreds of thousands affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Be a part of this moment and give back to those who are in need.

Now is the time for everyone to get involved and help our friends, families and loved ones on the East Coast. Donate to American Red Cross and make a difference in a life.

 

 

The Students with Children Program at FSU is currently looking for 4 volunteers to watch children of parents that are participating in the 'Help, I'm a Parent' workshop. Duties include entertaining children with games and serving them a light dinner. This event will be on November 15th at 5:45pm at the West Campus Community Center. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Kim Buckingham at (231) 591-3206 or studentswithchildren@ferris.edu. 

The time for Decoration set up on Tuesday,October 30,2012 has changed to 7-9pm instead of 3-7pm and due to the weather, the Scream Around The World has been moved inside to Clark Hall.Sorry about the inconvenience that this may have caused anyone.

A local agency is looking to set up a Feeding America food drive on campus. They are looking for RSOs or individuals that would like to help plan the event and recruit volunteers. If you or your group is interested, please consider attending the informational meeting at the Wheatland Township Hall in Remus on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

The letter we received with program details is below:

"Dear Friend and Colleague,

We are asking Ferris students and staff to work with us and many others to get help for the residents of Mecosta County. Feeding America is a federally supported program which uses excess food and brings it to the needy at no cost. It is our goal to bring it to the entire Mecosta County area. Efforts have been under way in Barryton, Paris, Rodney, and Grant Center on a smaller scale. It is not our intent to replace their efforts, but to broaden the opportunity.

We must do this as a group and work together. We are inviting you to a meeting at the Wheatland Township Hall in Remus on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. We will have people from Paris and Barryton, as well as the person in charge of Feeding America in West Michigan to answer questions and to guide us in getting started.

Please join us. Again thank you for your interest.

Sincerely,
 

Sharon Schaening

Sherry Anderson"
 

A Big Rapids resident, Carol Jones, is currently seeking a few volunteers to spend a day in raking leaves at her home. If you are able to volunteer, please contact Carol at 231-250-0331.

Need a quick volunteer hour? The Ferris chapter of the NAACP is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive from noon to 5:45 p.m. today in the Rankin Student Center Dome Room. Call (800) 733-2767 to schedule an appointment or walk in.

First United Methodist Church is looking for volunteers to help at their new homeless shelter. Volunteers are needed to assist with any number of activities at homeless shelter, including but not limited to making sandwiches, handing out items, etc. The homeless shelter is still currently being planned, but volunteers are still needed. The goal is to open the shelter by November 15th. For more information about volunteering, contact Dan Bell  at (231) 233-2368 or danb@leeexecutivesearch.com or attend one of the meetings held at First United Methodist church every other Tuesday from 7-8pm. The next meeting will be October 30th.

Event: Scream Around The World (A United Way Event)

When: Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 4-7

Where: North quad

Purpose: The goal of this event is to have multi diverse organizations celebrate one campus wide Halloween celebration with the local community that will unite the Ferris State and Big Rapids community. This event will show the international students, the community, and other Ferris students what Halloween is all about while having all the proceeds go to the United Way.

We are asking for a lot of volunteers.(No skills required)

What we need volunteers for:

Tuesday Oct. 30 Decorations from 3-7pm
Wednesday Oct. 31 Set up 12-3pm
Wednesday Oct. 31, Actual Event Volunteers 3-7pm
Wednesday Oct 31 Break Down 7-9pm

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jessica Carter at (313)-516-7762

Do you love to scare people? Are you free next Friday? If so, talk to Joni Thompson about volunteering for the Angels of Action Haunted Corn Maze. 15 volunteers are needed next Friday, October 26th, from 7:00pm to 10:30pm to act as good-natured scarers to be part of 'Angels in the Corn'. Masks will be provided by the field owners, so all you have to do is show up, have fun, and bring energy to the event. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Joni Thompson at (734) 716-2121 or joni@angelsofaction.org.

Looking for a way to get involved in Homecoming activities? The United Way team is looking for volunteers to help sell T-shirts during the Homecoming Parade this Saturday, October 13th. Volunteers will need to be at the start of the parade route around 10:30am and will sell 'Brutus for President' shirts before the parade starts. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Elvira Rajala at rajalae@ferris.edu or (231) 591-2140.
 

A Big Rapids resident, Norma McDonald, is currently seeking 2-3 volunteers to spend a day in October raking leaves at her home. If you are able to volunteer, please contact Norma at 231-796-8250. 

Big Rapids High School is currently seeking college students to serve as tutors for Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, U.S. History, or World History. Tutoring may be one-on-one with a single student or small group lessons. Volunteers are needed both during school hours and after school from 3:00-4:15pm. If you are able to work either of these shifts, please contact Linda Lindsey, Media Specialist, at (231) 796-7651 or llindsey@brps.org.

In addition, you must sign up through the Volunteer Center on OrgSync. To do this:
1. Log into MyFSU
2. Click on the OrgSync logo
3. Click ‘Organizations’ > ‘Volunteer Center’
4. Click ‘Forms’
5. Fill out the form titled ‘Big Rapids High School Tutoring Sign-Up’

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity or how to sign up, please feel free to contact me at (231) 591-2606 or studentvolunteercenter@ferris.edu.

 

Looking for a fun, rewarding way to get your volunteer hours? Check out Great Lakes Caring Hospice. They are currently seeking volunteers to visit with patients to provide companionship and support. Volunteers are needed all week long and times are flexible depending on your schedule. If you are interested in this great opportunity, please contact Cindy Harwood at (231) 527-1466 or charwood@glhhs.com. There are a few special requirements (TB test, fingerprinting, and background check), so be sure to contact Ms. Harwood before you’d like to volunteer.

Student Government is looking for volunteers to help clean-up the campus Nature Preserve. There's lots of outdoor work, so they're looking for lots of volunteers! The event will be held on 9/29 from 10am-3pm. BONUS: Pizza and pop lunch will be provided for volunteers! If you are interested in helping out, please contact Erin Williams at (586) 854-0258 or willie16@ferris.edu. 

Fabulous Finds, a thrift-store whose proceeds are donated to WISE (the local women's shelter), is seeking volunteers to help run the store. Volunteers would be helping stock shelves, check out customers, accept donations, greet customers, and other duties as needed. A one-hour training session is required before volunteering. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 10am-6pm and Saturday from 10am-4pm. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Alexandria Casillas at (231) 796-6600 or wiseagainstviolence@gmail.com. 

The Mecosta-Osceola Technical Center is looking for 15 volunteers to help out at this year's Reality Store, taking place on October 9th from 8:00am to 3:00pm. The Reality Store is a financial wake-up call to our Seniors at the career center. The students start with a monthly income and rotate through 15 different booths where they will be asked to make financial decisions much like the ones they will have to make when they are in the real world.

Volunteers will be running a booth with one or two other volunteers during the Reality Store Experience. Potential volunteers need to be able to clearly give instructions by themselves and have enough tmath understanding to fill our a checkbook. There are two shifts during the event: 8:00am-11:00am or 12:35pm-3:00pm. Volunteers are welcome to work one or both of the shifts. There will be a free lunch provided from 11:45am-12:25pm.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Kevin Mills by phone at (231) 796-5805 or (231) 408-8689 or by email at kmills@moisd.org. Thank you for your help!

 

 

Career Services 2012 Fall Career Week is coming up soon - Monday, October 1 through Friday, October 5 - and taking place all around campus. Volunteers will be needed several days for various events and will be provided with a FREE volunteer shirt to wear the day they choose volunteering.

To volunteer, go to https://orgsync.com/38998/forms/53615. Fill out this form, watch a quick training before the event (link on the form), and wear your polo when you work.

Please understand that if you check a time to volunteer, you must volunteer for the entire two hour block. If you have time conflicts or questions about these time slots, please contact Student Leadership and Activities BEFORE signing up to volunteer at 231-591-2606.

THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER IS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH!

If you have any other questions regarding Career Week, you can contact Career Services at (231) 591 - 2685 or on our website www.ferris.edu/careerservices.

Have you liked the 'FSU Volunteer Center on Facebook yet? Our page will keep you up to date on the latest opportunities, tell you how to report your hours, and help you realize how fun and rewarding volunteering can be! Check us out at facebook.com/FSUVolunteerCenter

Did you know that October is ‘Domestic Violence Awareness Month’? If you are interested in getting involved in this year’s events, we have a volunteer opportunity for you! Women’s Information Service Inc. (WISE) is looking for volunteers to help them set up informational tables at local businesses through the month of October. Volunteer would be responsible for calling local businesses Mon-Fri during normal business hours to inquire if the business would be interested. If yes, the volunteers would also need to deliver the educational materials needed for those who accept. Volunteers need to have a confident phone voice and be friendly. If you are interested volunteering, please contact Alexandria Casillas at (231) 796-6600 ext. 136 or wiseagainstviolence@gmail.com.

Students, are you required to earn volunteer hours by your RSO or a Class this semester? Can you Smile? Can you ring a small bell with one of your hands? If you said yes, then you would make the perfect Volunteer Bell Ringer for The Salvation Army!!! This long standing world wide tradition will again be raising money for The Salvation Army of Big Rapids! This is a great opportunity for you to not only earn those much needed volunteer hours, but also an opportunity to help The Salvation Army continue Doing the Most Good in the surrounding areas. It's easy too! All you need to do is ring a bell and say "Hello" and "Thank You!" If you are interested you can do 2 things: 1. Call Chris Vallette at 231-796-5597 or email him at bellringing2012@gmail.com. Thanks for your time! We hope to see many of you out this fall/winter!

Do you like leisurely bike rides? What about extreme 100-mile excursions? Either way we have an event coming up that will be right up your alley…or trail! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 29 and be a part of the first annual Angel Ride.

Angels of Action is seeking 25-50 volunteers for the Angel Ride. Volunteers are needed to help with registration, information, refreshments, parking/traffic control, and clean-up crew. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Jennifer Hegenauer at (231) 591-2502. If you would like to participate as a rider, you can find the sign-up form online at angelsofaction.org.
 

Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University and Ferris State University are proud sponsors of ArtPrize 2012. In addition, Kendall is the only higher education Exhibition Center. As such, we are a venue hosting 13 artists, in the newly renovated Historic Federal Building and in the Kendall Building on Fountain Street. Kendall will be offering ArtPrize voter registration and onsite retail ArtPrize merchandise.

Our involvement in ArtPrize gives us the opportunity to join in the crucial public conversation of the importance of creativity, while we help lead and shape the interpretation of aesthetic education. We need to invest in this grand vision, not only for the obvious benefit for our institution but also for the joy and celebration of this personal virtue that we all are committed to: art and design does change the world.

With that said, Kendall is in need of 3,000 volunteer hours during ArtPrize 2012, which runs from Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, October 7. Kendall has a committee of faculty and staff working to make this event a success, but the committee needs your help! Student volunteers are needed in the following areas; exhibition guards, registration stations, and logistics/speaker series support.

If you share the desire to make this event a success and to showcase Kendall as a leader in the arts community, please volunteer.

You can go to https://www.yourvolunteers.com/?eid=C72QX43DT59 to register as a volunteer and select the shifts you desire.

Follow the steps below when you go to the link above:

1. Click on the “Register” link.

2. Complete the volunteer registration information.

3. Log into the site.

4. Click on the “View All Shifts” link.

5. Select the date you would like to volunteer.

6. View the shift you want.

7. Add the session.

8. You can commit to as many or as few shifts as you would like.

9. You will receive further emails regarding where to check in for your shift and who to check in with.

There will be a Volunteer Kick Off / Training Party on Monday, September 17 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Kendall Colege of Art and Design, 17 Fountain St. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Fountain Street building).

For more information about Kendall and ArtPrize, please visit www.kcad.edu/artprize.

The Big Rapids Middle School is running a 5th and 6th girls fall basketball program. We are looking for Volunteer Coaches, Officials, and clock person. Practices are right after school starting Sept. 10th (2 per week) with games on Saturday mornings (starting Sept 15th). This will be a 5 week season with the last game the week of Oct. 13th. On Sept, 6th and 7th there will be a skill testing camps to divide up the girls interested and have as equal teams as possible. Practice days can be arranged to fit your schedule.

For those that like the game of basketball and think they might enjoy coaching this is a great opportunity to see if coaching is in your future. Also for those that need community’s service hours this is another fun way to earn them. You don’t have to have any prior coaching experience as the Coaching staff at Big Rapids would be happy to assist you with any drills or practice plan you might have. All that is needed is enjoying working with kids and showing the girls the joys of playing basketball as a team sport.

Please Contact Mark Schriner if you are interested or if you would like more detail.
E-mail address: m-schriner@sbcglobal.net
Cell phone: (231)-679-5665

Looking to get some volunteer hours and NOT looking for a big commitment? Look no further than SafeRide! SafeRide is a free shuttle service available to students & the community providing transportation home from local establishments in town. The shuttle runs from 12am to 2:30am

 

Volunteer duties are simple:

- Show up in the Rankin circle at 11:45pm

- Let the chauffeur escort you around the Big Rapids streets in the luxurious bus

- Go in the designated establishments and notify students that their friends at SafeRide have arrived to transport them safely to any residence, residence hall or apartment within Big Rapids.

 

That’s it! But hurry SafeRide has a limited number of spots and fills up for the year VERY quickly!!!! To sign up, just come in for a quick visit in Rankin 164 (across from the Student Lobby) to sign a waiver and pick a date.

 

If you have any questions about SafeRide, feel free to give our office a call at (231) 591-2606.

June 28, 2012

Hello Registered Student Organizations!

The Office of Housing and Residence Life would like to invite you to volunteer in our annual Bulldogs in Action program during Residence Hall Move-In on August 24, 2012. This is a great opportunity for you and your organization to earn volunteer hours by assisting in the move in process of our incoming students. I highly recommend that you consider this volunteer opportunity and welcome our new students to the Ferris State University family.

What is Bulldogs in Action?
Current and returning students to Ferris State University will be able to volunteer their time by assisting incoming students during move-in. As a volunteer, you will be charged with assisting in carrying belongings from the student’s/family’s vehicles to the new student’s room. You will also be able to answer any questions that the student or family has regarding Ferris State University. In addition, you will receive a Bulldogs in Action tshirt to identify you as part of the Bulldogs Team!

What is expected from you and your volunteers?
• Attend a mandatory training session on Thursday August 23, 2012 at 9:00p.m. in Rankin Student Center
• Sign in and out at your designated hall, staying for the duration of your shift
• Assist incoming students and families with their move in process
• A positive attitude and school spirit is necessary to promote your organization and get new incoming students excited about Ferris State!

If your organization or team is interested in volunteering with Bulldogs In Action, please have each volunteer provide some information at the following link: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22F3C5KJEGW

You will be asked to select at least 3 shifts (6 hours total) that you would be available to volunteer:
Friday, August 24, 2012
8-10AM
10AM-12PM
12-2PM
2-4PM
4-6PM

Please complete your sign up no later than August 1, 2012. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at MarciWeiss@ferris.edu.

Sincerely,

Marci Weiss
Hall Director
Office of Housing and Residence Life
 

A Big Rapids community member is looking for some strong volunteers to help her with a little bit of yardwork. She is looking for someone to haul stick and limbs from her yard so that she can mow more easily. If you are willing and able to help out, please contact Thelma Wilbur at 231-796-8357 for more details and to set up a time to volunteer.

The Office of International Education is seeking 20-30 volunteers to help out at this year's International Festival of Cultures. Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including set-up and decorating, keeping booths stocked with food and utensils, selling tickets, giving directions, and assisting students at tables as needed. Help will be needed on April 14th from 10am-10pm and April 15th from 10am-6pm. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Kathleen Bolter at bolt10@ferris.edu or 231-591-2450.

For more information on this opportunity, log into the VC page on OrgSync and select 'Communication' > 'Discussions' > 'Special Event' > 'Office of International Education'

NEED volunteer hours? We NEED You! Sign up to volunteer for the 2012 Career Fair to be held on March 28th & 29th. You can sign up to be a volunteer by filling out a form on Orgsync listed under 'Career Services' page or stop by our office in Rankin 135.

NOTE: You no longer have to come into Career Services for Training…you can do it anywhere, online at the Career Fair Volunteer Page!
 

The annual POLAR "BARE" RUN is back!

It is a one mile run/walk where any clothes you take off are donated to Project Starburst! Sign up and get ready to run in the North Quad at 7pm on March 28th. No money necessary, just the clothes you wish to donate.

There will be four prizes awarded at the end of the race:
1. Fastest Male Runner
2. Fastest Female Runner
3. Most Clothes Donated
4. Most Exposure to the Cold

Beverages and cookies to follow the run in FLITE.

If you have any questions, please contact Jill Allen by email atallenj33@ferris.edu.

The Red Cross RSO needs volunteers for the blood drive this coming Wednesday, March 21! If you still need hours before the end of the semester this would be a great way to them! The blood drive is from 10:30-6 in the West Campus Community Center. The shifts we still need to fill are listed below:

10:30-12:00 --- 2 spots open
12:00 -2:00 --- 2 spots
2:00-4:00 --- 1 spot
4:00-6:00 -- 2 spots

Please email Kayla Brophy at brophyk@ferris.edu if you want to sign up. Spots will be filled on a first come first serve basis so please let me know as soon as possible if you would like a spot.

The Reed City Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help with their annual Petunia Project. Starting at 9am on May 26th, volunteers will plant 14,000 along Chestnut street in Reed City. Volunteers must be able to bend and plant. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Suzie Williams at 231-832-5431 or suzie@reedcity.org.

BIG EVENT VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE!
If you have not signed up yet, the deadline is fast approaching, you have until March 30th to become part of the Big Event 2012!

The Big Event will take place on April 14,2012.

If you are an individual looking to sign up for the big event please follow this link and fill out the form, https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40636. The meeting for individual participants is April 3 at 11:00 AM in Rankin 252.

For groups you MUST have the main contact sign up first, using this link https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40623. The main contact is the ONLY representative that needs to attend the volunteer informational sessions, which are as follows: Tuesday March 27 at 6 PM in Rankin 125-127, Wednesday March 28 at 6 PM in Rankin Dome Room, Thursday March 29 at 11 AM in Rankin 252, and Thursday March 29 at 6 PM in Rankin Dome Room.

The Big Event committee will add your group along with the main contact’s name to the drop down menu in the Big Event application. Once you have received confirmation you can share this link with your group, https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40626 so your members can easily specify which group they are a part of.

If you have any other questions about the Big Event 2012, please contact us at 231-591-2030, email us at fsubigeventvolunteer@gmail.com, or stop by Rankin 121.

Bulldog Athletics is looking for 50 volunteers to assist with the home track meet on Saturday, April 7th. No track and field experience is necessary. Please email Tina Muir at muirc@ferris.edu if you are interested. If you do have experience and want to work a certain event, please indicate that in the email.

Volunteers are needed from 10am-5pm. Lunch and breaks will be provided. Thanks you!

 

The Big Rapids branch of AAUW is seeking approximately 12 volunteers to help set up and take down their annual book sale. Volunteers can help set up the book sale on Thursday, March 29th at any time between 8:30am-4:30pm and/or serve at and process books after the book sale on Saturday, March 31st from 2:00pm-5:00pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Mary Murnik at murnikm@ferris.edu or 231-591-2546.

For more information,  click 'Communication' > 'Discussions' > 'Special Event' > 'AAUW Book Sale'

Bowl for Kids' Sake is coming soon - you can sign up to help raise money for the local Big Brothers Big Sisters! 

This year's event will be held at The Gate in Big Rapids on March 24th at 11am, 1pm, or 3pm. Teams can have up to 6 members, but a minimum donation/fundraising amount of $15 is required for each bowler. There will be great fun and PRIZES!!!

 Teams must sign up by March 15th at 3 pm.

Information and team packets are available via email or can be picked up at 125-A East Bellevue Rd, Big Rapids MI 49307

To sign up or for any information, you can contact Big Brothers Big Sisters at (231) 796-1566 or at julie@mobbbs.org

Entertainment Unlimited is looking for volunteers to help out during our annual Ferris Fest! This year, All Time Low with special guest Travis Porter will be headlining our event!

We are going to have a form available on OrgSync within the next week or so for volunteers to sign up. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Angela Walukonis, publicity director, at 231-591-2610.

Students will receive volunteer hours and a FREE t-shirt for helping out!!

The Mecosta County Chamber of Commerce is looking for one or two volunteers to help coordinate a new festival, The Dam Festival, which will take place on July 21st, 2012. The volunteers would be responsible for procuring sponsors and activities as well as dealing with organization and logistics of planning a community event. Volunteers can work Monday through Friday as much as needed to complete tasks. For more information, contact Jennifer Heinzman (Executive Director) at 231-796-7649 or director@mecostacounty.com.

 

You can also see the full posting by clicking on Communication>Discussions>Miscellaneous>Mecosta County Chamber of Commerce

Calling all volunteers!

Each year the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Michigan hosts the Wish-A-Mile® 300 Bicycle Tour (WAM) to raise money to grant wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. This three-day, 300 mile tour begins with 900 riders and over 200 volunteers in Traverse City, Michigan and concludes with the Hero’s Hurrah celebration at the finish line in Brooklyn, Michigan, working its way down the state. This event gives people the opportunity to work together to enhance the lives of children in their community and be apart of a truly life changing experience!

 We invite you to Share the Power of a Wish® and join our incredible journey by being a part of our volunteer team! Join us in supporting the tour in your community on July 26-July 29, 2012

We are currently recruiting volunteers to load/unload luggage and help out at our overnight and lunch stops along the route July 27th and July 28th. If you could pass this information along to the members of student groups or sports teams that would be greatly appreciated.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Tracy Miller at tmiller@wishmich.org or 800-622-9474.
 

The Ten Sixteen Recover Network is currently looking for 1 to 2 volunteers to help with light clerical work at their office in Big Rapids. Volunteers are needed for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. If you are interested, contact Christa Galer at 231-527-2000 or cgaler@1016.org. 

For more information, click 'Communication' > 'Discussions' > 'Health' > 'Ten Sixteen Recovery Network'

This Saturday February 4th from 10-5 The WISE Shopper will be kicking off a big cleanup- and they need all hands on deck! This is a great opportunity to get your service hours by helping a meaningful cause- and it will be a lot of fun too. Stop by any time from 10am-5pm.

The WISE Shopper is a thrift store located downtown on Michigan Ave. across from Shooters. All proceeds from The WISE Shopper go to helping survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Contact Lynn Overmyer (overmyl2@ferris.edu) with any questions about this event, or call Celena Rosset the store manager at 231-796-5840.

BIG EVENT VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE!

If you are an individual looking to sign up for the big event please follow this link and fill out the form, https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40636.

For groups you MUST have the main contact sign up first, using this link https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40623. The main contact is the ONLY representative that needs to attend the volunteer informational sessions, which are listed on our Facebook event page: THE BIG EVENT 2012.

The Big Event committee will add your group along with the main contact’s name to the drop down menu in the Big Event application. Once you have received confirmation you can share this link with your group, https://orgsync.com/18408/forms/show/40626 so your members can easily specify which group they are a part of.

If you have any other questions about the Big Event 2012, please contact us at 231-591-2030 or stop by Rankin 121.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mecosta & Osceola Counties is moving on Thursday, January 26th.

They need to move from their current location on 210 Maple Street (by Patterson Floral) to 125A Bellevue Street (by the Middle School)

We just need some extra people to help load and unload items between 9 am and 3 pm. (any time you can assist would be great)

Please call the office at 231-796-1566 to make arrangements.

Community Mental Health is looking for a volunteer to help a 45 year old man learn how to read and write. His current skills are limited, but he would really like the opportunity to improve. The opportunity is flexible (hours and length of commitment) and you would be meeting at the Reed City Library.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Marie Chapman at 231-796-3553 or mchapman@cmhcm.org

For more information, see the full post by clicking on:

'Communication' --> 'Discussions' --> 'Education' --> 'Community Mental Health'

A parent in this community is looking for someone to help her children, ages 5, 6 and 10, with their homework at night, Monday through Thursday, from 4-6 p.m. It would not have to be every day or for the entire time. Anytime you can help would be good. You can get service hours for doing this. The family is located on Elm Street in Big Rapids.

For more information and to set up days and times, please contact: Mijemini at sammonsmj@yahoo.com or 231.527.5218

FSU Athletics is looking for 6-10 volunteers for Saturday's Kidz Day at our home basketball game. We need help from 12:30-5pm with a wide range of kids activities like arts and crafts table, bounce house, etc.

If interested, please contact Tina Muir at muirc@ferris.edu

 

Attention Ferris students: Big Rapids North Stars, an AAU girl’s travel basketball program is looking for 1 or 2 coaches to coach or co-coach our 7th grade girls AAU team. A former coach-official is interested in mentoring the coach in this age bracket. The only qualifications needed are an understanding of the game of basketball enjoys working with youth and would like to learn to coach the game of basketball. Practice times are twice a week, normally Monday and Wednesday evening after 6pm with, games on Saturday starting Mid. January-Early March.

For more information or those interested please contact Mark Schriner
e-mail m-schriner@sbcglobal.net
cell 231-679-5665
 

The Big Rapids Middle School is in need of classroom assistance during the following times, 2-3 days during the week, for the semester:
10:15-11:10, and/or
1:20-3:15

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Katie directly. Her contact information is below.

Here are descriptions of the students she need assistance with:

6th grade male student: 3-4 grade levels below in academic performance-- very polite and cooperative with adults.

6th grade female student: slightly autistic, smart, needs a lot of one on one support to get work accomplished

6th grade male student: intelligent, very social, and has both emotional and learning disabilities

Katie Tomczyk
6th grade resource room teacher
ktomczyk@brps.org
Big Rapids Middle School 231.796.9965
 

The new sign-up sheet for SAFERIDE Spring 2012 is now up. Come in to Rankin 164 to sign up today - spots fill up fast!

 

SAFERIDE is a free shuttle service available to students and the community for transportation home from local establishments in town. This service is sponsored by the Ferris State University Student Volunteer Center. The drop off point must be a residence, residence hall, or an apartment complex within the city of Big Rapids.

As we begin to enter the holiday season what better gift to give, than the gift of life. The American Red Cross Student Group and Sigma Pi Fraternity are sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at the Student Rec Center from 10:30am - 3:15pm.

Please click on the link below and make an appointment to Save A Life! There is always a need for blood and only volunteer donors like you can fulfill that need for the patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime. Become a HERO today!

 

http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation

The 2012 MLK Celebration is scheduled for Monday, January 16th through Wednesday, January 18th 2012 at FSU.
Outside of attending the events and presentations scheduled there are several ways you and/or your organization can get involved.

Listed below are several ways that you/your organization can get involved right now!

5 Ways You Can Get Involved With MLK!

• MLK Essay Contest
• Tunnel of Oppression Posterboard Contest
• Be Nominated for the MLK Legacy Award
• MLK Student Tribute Presentations
• Support the MLK Service Project

*All submissions are due Tues. Jan 10th!
*Visit www.ferris.edu/omss for criteria and information!

Tunnel of Oppression exhibit - meeting Thurs. 12/08 at 7pm, Ward Hall
There will be an informational meeting for all interested in being apart of the 2012 Tunnel of Oppression exhibit scheduled during the 2012 MLK Celebration. Information regarding participation, setup, etc. will be discussed.

Be A Volunteer at 2012 MLK Events!
Fill out a form on OrgSync for each event you would like to be a volunteer: https://orgsync.com/18804/forms/show/41835
In addition all volunteers who sign up through OrgSync will have to attend a mandatory meeting TBA.

Thank you and we look forward in your support.
If you have any questions feel free to call 231-591-2617 and someone will gladly assist you.

The Big Rapids Downtown Business Association is in need of people to help prepare luminaries for the Downtown Candlelight Shopping Experience on Thursday, December 15th. We need people the day of starting around 2:00pm to prepare, place, and light the luminaries along the sidewalks downtown as well as people to help prepare the luminaries (put sand then a tea light candle inside each bag) on Tuesday, December 13th (can come and go during the day).

If you or your organization is interested in helping, please contact DBA Director Darcy Salinas at 231-287-4670 or downtownbigrapids@gmail.com for more details.

Are you going home over holiday or spring break?
Do you want to go back to your hometown high school for the day?

If so, then you should be a Hometown Recruiter!
· Earn volunteer hours
· Share your stories and positive experiences about Ferris
· Promote your RSO(s)
· Be a mentor for your hometown community

If you want to be a Hometown Recruiter check out an informational session:
December 1st in IRC 121 @ 11:00AM and again @ 6:00PM

If you have additional questions, please contact Amber Balmer.

The United Church of Big Rapids is having a study break babysitting session for Ferris students with children and are in need of additional volunteers. Volunteers would have to help run activities and supervise children 12 and under. The information is below:

Dates: Sunday,Dec. 4, 2011 and Dec. 11, 2011
Time: 5:45-9:00 PM
Location: West Campus Community Center

You can work one day or both days. If any students are interested in helping please contact:

Amy Buse
busea@ferris.edu
231-591-5435
BUS128 

 

Thank you in advance.

Brookside Elementary School has challenged FSU students to come up with 50 volunteers to act as lunch buddies to Brookside students for spring semester. Lunch buddies serve by mentoring and having fun with students during their lunch hour and recess. Fill out an application now to be ready to go for second semester. Applications are available at Student Leadership and Activities Office/Volunteer Center located in Rankin 164.

Morley Stanwood High School is looking for volunteers to help tutor students in the following areas: Math, English-Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science (Chemsitry and Physics especially). 3 volunteers are needed for 2 hours on Tuesdays through Thursdays. For more information see the post by clicking on Communication> Discussions> Education> Morley Stanwood High School. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Big Rapids High School is seeking volunteers to help tutor students in all subjects, especially algebra and science. If you are interested in volunteering here, please contact Linda Lindsey at 231-796-7651 or llindsey@brps.org. You can view the full post with more details under Communication>Discussion>Education>Big Rapids High School.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Career Services is looking for volunteers to help out at the First Year Success Conference on 10/28/11 form 7:30am to 11am. If you are interested in volunteering, check out the full post under Communications>Discussions>Special Event>Career Services. Contact Carrie Adams at 231-591-2682 or adamsc@ferris.edu if you would like to sign-up to volunteer.

The Salvation Army Bell Ringer Volunteer Sign-Up has begun!!! If you are interested in helping us raise funds for your community emergency assistance needs,  please sign up here!

We are also looking for local Bell Ringer Coordinators! If you are a part of a service group or church/business that would be interested in volunteering, please call Chris @ 231-796-5597! Thanks!
 

Volunteers are needed to help set up and break down a book sale. The Book Sale raises funds for the AAUW Ferris scholarship.

Help is needed March 31st, Thursday, any times between 8am and 5pm, and Saturday, April 2nd, from 2-4:30pm or 5pm.

The book sale site is at the United Methodist Church at Warren and Elm in Big Rapids, across from the Red Cross center and 1 block east of J C Penney.

Please help! Thank you very much!
email: murnikm@ferris.edu