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Off Campus Work Study & Enrichment Program Lacy Knipper- Assistant Director of Student Activities Liza Johnson- Associate Director of Career Services
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Quote Walk Stand by the quote that speaks to you!
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Community Service Work Study Funds Share with a neighbor : o How is your institution currently using funds for community service? o How are you targeting your students? o How are you placing your students? Share with the group : o What ideas are out there?
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What did we do? Students eligible for work study are able to work at off campus non-profit organizations Students participate in career development enrichment series
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Why did we do it? Financial resources available through work-study for community service This is a “win-win” for students, campus, and community!
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Student “Wins” Financial Literacy Professional connections beyond campus Networking Earning $ Paid internship opportunity Professional Development Series Resume Builder Skill Development
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Video Clip http://www.youtube.com/offcampusworkstudy
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Campus“Wins” Great way to utilize Work Study funds Provides and opportunity for Student Engagement UD is making an impact in the community Creates partnerships with organizations Public Relations – Gets our name out! Fulfilling UD’s Mission: “Zeal for life-long learning and service” Students understanding the important of service
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Community “Wins” Non-profits are connected with regularly scheduled volunteers Quality of volunteers – Applying their education, fresh ideas Potential candidates for open positions Free marketing & presence on campus
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Potential Applications Jot down a few notes: o How might a program like this look on your campus? o What ideas do you have for expanding/modifying this program?
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How did we do it? Matter Creative Center Multicultural Family Center Dubuque Rescue Mission After School Programs Off Campus Partners American Red Cross Humane Society Mississippi River Museum Professional Health Clinic Elementary/Middle Schools Introduce Program Agreement
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How did we do it? (cont’d) Student Hiring Process Application Interview Matching Student contacts the organization Meeting? Expectations Scheduling
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How did we do it? (cont’d) Management – “Off” and “On” Campus Timecard authorization for off campus supervisor Monthly co-supervisor check-ins Monthly on campus student check-ins
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How did we do it? (cont’d) Enrichment Series Goal: To provide students with career and skill development Meet once per month Provide Reflections/ Discussion Topics include: Resume & Cover letter building, LinkedIn, Self-Assessment, Interview Success, and career building
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