Other Opportunities

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ASU Arboretum

Worried about inconvenient truths?  Help offset your CO2 emissions and have fun at the same time by volunteering at ASU Arboretum.  Put sustainability concepts into practical use by participating in campus harvesting, composting and planting. Learn how to use an ASU “Devil’s Edge” weed remover made from recycled materials and find out how to care for and maintain the flowers, herbs, shrubs and trees on campus from certified arborists and master gardeners.  The Arboretum offers many types of seasonal programs and special projects to choose from for the individual, student organizations and service groups. 

ASU Grounds Services/Arboretum is a leader in green initiatives; we compost an average of 12 tons of green waste per month, fertilize with fish emulsion and organic teas and use rakes & brooms instead of hand held blowers. We welcome everyone to join our team.  For more information contact Deborah Thirkhill (480) 268-4165
ASU Art Museum
Are you interested in broadening your knowledge of art and art history? Do you want to develop valuable communication and public speaking skills? Do you enjoy interacting with faculty, the public, and children? If so, you should look into becoming a student docent!

Student docents lead tours for museum visitors of all ages, interpret the permanent and special exhibitions, gain an inside view of a lively art museum, and get to meet local artists and scholars. To become a student docent, you do not need a background in art! All you need is an interest in working with the community (especially children). Student docents train for approximately twelve weeks on Tuesday evenings or Friday mornings. Students interested in the program only need at least 1-2 hours a week to spare and a desire to communicate your enthusiasm for and knowledge of art to others.

If you are interested, contact Laura Stewart at 480-965-ARTS (2787).

ASU Clean and Beautiful
If you would like to help keep our campus looking beautiful and clean, then volunteering with ASU Clean & Beautiful is for you. No previous experience is required. As a matter of fact, you can begin today by increasing your awareness of the environment around you and taking the time to help pitch in. When you see a flyer or newspaper on the ground, pick it up and throw it away. And, make sure you don't leave food or drink containers in the classrooms. If each and every one of us took the time to do this type of "micro-volunteering," we would all enjoy a litter free environment.

If you or your organization is interested in ASU Clean and Beautiful programs such as Adopt-A-Mall, Campus Clean-Up Day, or if you simply want to volunteer some time, please contact Pat Chase at 480-965-1850.

College of Education Preschool
The College of Education Preschool is open to the community and enrolls children 3-5 years old in part-time morning and afternoon sessions. The preschool is a site for researchers studying young children's development in a multicultural setting. The program serves as a staff training site for students in the College of Education preparing to become early childhood educators. Volunteers should be prepared to help with snack preparation, clean up, and lots of play activities.

For more information regarding volunteering, please contact Chari Woodward at 480-965-2510.

The Department of Archives and Manuscripts
The Department of Archives and Manuscripts in Hayden Library is looking for volunteers who wish to work with and process manuscript and photograph collections housed in the Hayden Library. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate/graduate students to work with archival collections from the ground up: from the inventory process to the preservation, management, and processing of collections. Hours are flexible.

To volunteer, please contact Roann Monson at 480-965-0776.

Home Safe
Become a Peer Advocate! or be part of our Creative Services Marketing team! Serve on the Special Events committee or Speakers' Bureau, and help advocate violence prevention with Home Safe.

Home Safe is ASU's first Violence Prevention and Advocacy Center, located in the Student Health and Wellness Center room 195. Home Safe provides a comfortable and secure environment for anyone seeking support or referral related to sexual and relationship violence, stalking and harassment, gender non-specific services, and domestic abuse through resource room referrals, a 24-hour helpline, special events, and other services. Opportunities to volunteer with the program abound, as students in this organization are able to dedicate focus on special interests and talents when volunteering.

For more information, contact Dena Martin or 480-965-1996, or stop by the Student Health & Wellness Center, Room 195.

Sexual Health and Wellness
Are you concerned about sexual health and wellness? Do you want to raise awareness and make a difference on campus and in the community? Sexual Health and Wellness has several volunteer opportunities for you to get involved with. AIDS H.O.P.E. is a student organization that aims to foster a campus environment that promotes HIV/AIDS education. Students in this organization run the sexual health information booth and promote a continuous dialogue with other students about sexual communication and other relationship issues as they relate to their sexual health.

In addition, there are also special events for students to plan and participate in. These include World AIDS Day, AIDS Awareness Week, AIDS Walk, classroom presentations and many, many more. Training and resources are provided to students.

For more information, please contact Freddy Roman at 480-965-8276.

Upward Bound
Remember what it was like coming to college? Here is a volunteer opportunity that allows you to lend your expertise as an ASU student while at the same time gaining excellent communication skills. Upward Bound is a federally funded program that provides academic skill development and motivational support for low-income and/or potential first-generation college students. The program meets on Saturday mornings for tutoring sessions. Volunteers work with high school students during tutoring sessions, assisting students in strengthening their academic and personal skills. Volunteers are those who have an interest in preparing students to succeed in college.

Individuals interested in tutoring students in the Upward Bound program should contact Veronica Hernandez at 480-965-6483.

Last updated: June 3, 2008 by Memorial Union WebTeam