Volunteering

Why Volunteer

Some of the benefits of volunteering include:

• Provides an opportunity to apply course concepts outside the classroom & in the community
• Enriches resumes and transfer applications
• Develops job contacts and references for future employment
• Provides exploration of a career goal and/or academic major
• Creates realistic ideas about a particular job or population
• Helps develop occupational skills gained from practical experience
• Improves communication skills, time management and self-motivation
• Promotes social and personal growth while offering satisfaction in doing something worthwhile
• Fosters enhanced leadership skills
• Expands problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Exposes students to a diverse community population whose life experiences may differ from their own
• Increases likelihood of continuing involvement in school and community affairs

Check out Purple Briefcase to search for volunteer opportunities in the Syracuse area. Contact Maria Malagisi for assistance in finding a good volunteer fit for you!