IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: University of Chicago Students Invest in Local Education






EVENTS
South Side History Bike Tour
Saturday, October 10
10:30am-3:30pm
Bartlett Quad
Explore the social, cultural, and political history of the South Side. Stops include Historic Bronzeville, Union Stockyard Gate, Richard J. Daley’s home, Hull House and more. Tour led by faculty members John Boyer, Terry Nichols Clark, and Mark Hansen. Participants must have their own bike and helmet. To register, email dhays@uchicago.edu.

Hand in Hand: Civic Engagement in Health & Medicine Information Session
Wednesday, October 14
5:30pm-6:30pm
BSLC 205
CCIHP joins forces with UCSC, Pritzker School of Medicine, the UCMC Office of Volunteerism, La Rabida Children’s Hospital, and Peer Health Exchange to present a spectrum of volunteer and advocacy opportunities in health care. RSVP to georgevass@uchicago.edu by October 12.

Movie Screening of "Out & Proud in Chicago"
Wednesday, October 14
7:00pm
5710 S. Woodlawn (Community Lounge)
Hosted by the Chicago Studies Program and LGBTQ
Programming Office, "Out & Proud in Chicago" tells the story of
this vast and diverse community through historical records, personal
writings, and recollection. A discussion with TracyBaim , editor for
the Windy City times, the "Out and Proud in Chicago" book, and a
special consultant on the film will follow the screening.

Tutoring Information Session
Thursday, October 15
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Reynolds Club South Lounge
Come hear from and meet Hyde Park tutoring and mentoring organizations. Our guest organizations are Chicago Youth Centers, Kids Unlimited Mentoring Project, Chicago HOPES, and Strive Tutoring. If you have questions, contact us at ucsc@uchicago.edu or call 773-753-4483

Global Village & Youth Leadership Conference
October 16-18
Hyatt Regency O’Hare
GVYLC 2009’s theme is “Educate. Activate. Advocate.” Connect with other
Habitat leaders, develop new skills and learn more about Habitat for
Humanity’s work. JonathanReckford , chief executive officer for Habitat
for Humanity International, will be the keynote speaker. To register
visit: http://www.habitat.org/gvylc/registration.aspx

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Training-to-Transition needs people to conduct mock interviews as well as panelists in the areas of Creative Art & Culinary & Entrepreneurial, Medical,
Health & Fitness, and Construction. For more information contact
Raven Moore at rmoore@umojacorporation.org

Hyde Park Kenwood
Community Conference needs help with their Used Book Sale. They’re
looking for volunteers Friday of setup (Oct. 9) and any time during the
sale (Oct. 10-12). If you’re interested, you can contact Jane directly.
Her email is k-ciacci@uchicago.edu.

Urban Initiatives' Urban Coaching Corps
Urban Initiatives collaborates with schools, teachers, and parents to boost
the academic performance, physical fitness, and character development of children from Chicago'sunderserved communities. Urban Initiative Coaching Corp applicants will be asked to serve as assistant mentor/coaches for youth in the 5th through 8th grades at one of the 10 CPS sites. Volunteers will be expected to dedicate three days a week from 3:00 to 5:00 PM for a 6-week period. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Urban Initiatives' volunteer coordinator at julie.chelovich@urbaninitiatives.org for more information about training time and location.


INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
Idealist.org Graduate Degree Fair for the Public Good
Monday, October 12
5:00pm - 8:00pm
University of Illinois at Chicago, Main Hall A and B
Meet graduate admissions representatives from various programs to discuss
professional development through graduate education, attend a free
information session offering advice on graduate degree options, the
application process, financial aid, and deciding when to attend
graduate school after spending time in the working world.

2010 Diversity Leadership Awards
Deadline: October 16, 2009
The Diversity Leadership Awards seek to recognize University staff members
who display leadership in fostering diversity both on campus and within
the surrounding community and to highlight, in concert with the
University of Chicago Board of Governors, the contributions of alumni
who advance the cause of justice and equality in our community and
society. Please nominate a staff member or alumna/us at
http://www.uchicago.edu/diversity/awards.shtml/

Students Serve, a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is accepting
applications for service project grants. Any college student with an
idea about how to address a local, national, or global problem can
submit the online application atStudentsServe.org.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
University of Chicago Students Invest in Local Education
Chelsie Sluyk, Staff Writer

When school began in September, students were issued three challenges for
the year: take charge of their education, hone their talents in school
and set high educational goals for themselves, like attending college.

Last Saturday, high school students from all around Chicago were doing just
that. At the University of Chicago’s third annual Splash! program,
about 400 students from over 46 local high schools filled Harper and
Cobb halls, course schedules in hand, getting a unique chance to
imagine themselves as college students. From 9am to 5pm, students were
able to take courses taught by U of C students in a variety of
different subjects.

The event was a fun way for U of C students to engage with the larger Chicago Community. Mike Huguelet, Dean of College and Citizenship at local charter school Gary Comer College Prep, attended the event with his students this year. He said of the event’s outreach element, “As an elite academic institution, I feel it is their duty to open their doors to help educate theunderserved populations of their city. They are in a position to really motivate K-12 students to set higher expectations and increase their achievement. Splash is a great example of the many ways the U of C reaches out to the schools on the South Side.”

The U of C student instructors were able to design classes on subjects that they
were interested and passionate about. “We offered over 130 different classes,” said co-organizer Nalika Vasudevan , “with topics ranging from humanities, social sciences, computers and math, science, arts and a mixed bag of miscellaneous classes. We had classes like graphic design, poetry, pizza-making, t-shirt making, neuroscience, astrophysics,number tricks!” Students could take up to six hours of classes ranging from 1-2 hours long.

As students arrived in the morning, a DJ was playing music on the quad. After check-in, students took their course schedules and began navigating the halls. “It is hilarious to watch them get lost and run from building to building. It is all part of the experience. They enjoy having contact with college students too. The whole experience really makes them feel like real college students,”Huguelet said.

Funding for supplemental education programs is hard to come by for Chicago Public Schools, so community members are very happy to have an event that their students can attend without the financial burden. With assistance from the Community Service fund, Splash is completely free for students, and includes lunch and a healthy snack. Teachers are also able to incorporate materials and equipment into their lessons. This kind of event shows the commitment of the University members and the dedication of its student body to the goal of improving education and staying involved with the local community.

The program is growing every year. Splash! members and volunteers reach out to the community by visiting schools, working with high school guidance counselors, and talking to students about the program during class and at lunch time. Between these efforts and word of mouth, participation nearly doubled this year.

“I really hope that there is a long-term commitment from the U of C to support Splash/Cascade,” Huguelet said. “They offer high school students unforgettable experiences that help them stay focused on completing college.”

The University Community Service Center(UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: Students Enter Health Care Discussion Through Service








EVENTS
APO Informational Meeting
Sunday, October 4
5:30pm
Reynolds Club South Lounge
Alpha Phi Omega, UChicago's co-ed service fraternity, offers opportunities in leadership, friendship, and service. Our service activities are flexible and easily fit into your schedule, and we partner with many community organizations such as the House of Hope, the Living Room Cafe, and a homeless food run organization. We have social events often and have included after-meeting dinners, Super Bowl parties, and even a formal.

South Side History Bike Tour
Saturday, October 10
10:30am-3:30pm
Bartlett Quad
Explore the social, cultural, and political history of the South Side. Stops include Historic Bronzeville, Union Stockyard Gate, Richard J. Daley’s home, Hull House and more. Tour led by faculty members John Boyer, Terry Nichols Clark, and Mark Hansen. Participants must have their own bike and helmet. To register, email dhays@uchicago.edu.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AIDS Run & Walk Chicago
Saturday, October 3
9:30am
Grant Park
Over 300 volunteers needed throughout the day to assist in setup and execution of AIDS Run & Walk Chicago. Jobs include: registration, check-in, gear distribution, and refreshments. All volunteers will receive instruction on event day. No prior training is necessary for most jobs. All jobs are fun and interactive with the runners, walkers and other volunteers. Contact Dianne Patterson at Chicago Special Events Management at 773-868-3010 ext. 221 to volunteer and learn more about event day opportunities!

Hyde Park Food Pantry seeks volunteers for the monthly food delivery October 6th. For more information contact Marlene at marvellinga@aol.com

Training-to-Transition needs people to conduct mock interviews as well as panelists in the areas of Creative Art & Culinary & Entrepreneurial, Medical, Health & Fitness, and Construction. For more information contact Raven Moore at rmoore@umojacorporation.org

Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference needs help with their Used Book Sale. They’re looking for volunteers Friday of setup (Oct. 9) and any time during the sale (Oct. 10-12). If you’re interested, you can contact Jane directly. Her email is k-ciacci@uchicago.edu.

Talent C.O.R.E. 3 is currently seeking college students that are inspired to mentor and encourage youth to follow the journey toward higher education!!!! Talent C.O.R.E. 3 will match prospective volunteers with youth that can relate to them on a personal basis, in regards to interests, hobbies, and talents (sports, music, art, theatre, speaking, modeling, etc). For more information and to apply, contact Brandon Wright at Bwright@talentcore3.org

Urban Initiatives' Urban Coaching Corps
Urban Initiatives collaborates with schools, teachers, and parents to boost the academic performance, physical fitness, and character development of children from Chicago's underserved communities. Urban Initiative Coaching Corp applicants will be asked to serve as assistant mentor/coaches for youth in the 5th through 8th grades at one of the 10 CPS sites. Volunteers will be expected to dedicate three days a week from 3:00 to 5:00 PM for a 6-week period. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Urban Initiatives' volunteer coordinator at julie.chelovich@urbaninitiatives.org for more information about training time and location.

Flatwater Classic Canoe and Kayak Race
Sunday, October 4
7:00am – Throughout the day
Chicago River seeks volunteers for various jobs for the Flatwater Classic Canoe and Kayak Race. Volunteer jobs include: race timers, finish line crews, spotters, check-in, and registration assistance. If you are available to volunteer, please call or email Cynthia Fox at 312-939-0490, ext. 13 or CFox@chicagoriver.org

INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
Idealist.org Graduate Degree Fair for the Public Good
Monday, October 12
5:00pm - 8:00pm
University of Illinois at Chicago, Main Hall A and B
Meet graduate admissions representatives from various programs to discuss professional development through graduate education, attend a free information session offering advice on graduate degree options, the application process, financial aid, and deciding when to attend graduate school after spending time in the working world.

2010 Diversity Leadership Awards
Deadline: October 16, 2009
The Diversity Leadership Awards seek to recognize University staff members who display leadership in fostering diversity both on campus and within the surrounding community and to highlight, in concert with the University of Chicago Board of Governors, the contributions of alumni who advance the cause of justice and equality in our community and society. Please nominate a staff member or alumna/us at http://www.uchicago.edu/diversity/awards.shtml/

Students Serve, a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is accepting applications for service project grants. Any college student with an idea about how to address a local, national, or global problem can submit the online application at StudentsServe.org.

The Science and Technology Outreach and Mentoring Program (STOMP) is seeking individuals who want to gain invaluable education and outreach experience through being a paid instructor. STOMP seeks individuals involved in science related fields, available for Tuesday and Thursday teams beginning in September 2009. Pay is $25.00 per hour. For more information, contact racy J. Schultz at tjschultz@uchicago.edu to set up an interview.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Students Enter Health Care Discussion Through Service
Anna Tenuta, Staff Writer

As the debate over national health care policy reform remains in the spotlight, incoming first-year students at the University of Chicago took action. Not by screaming at town hall meetings nor by appealing to policy makers, but through community service. Certainly, their service at one facility on the South Side of Chicago may not be enough to sway public opinion. Still, service is a vital aspect too often forgot in the face of politics and policy making.

On Monday, September 29, as part of UCSC’s annual Day of Service event aimed at introducing incoming first years to community service, a group of students traveled to the Chicago Child Trauma Center (CCTC). The CCTC, a facility run by La Rabida Children’s Hospital located at 89th Street and Stony Island, focuses on providing both psychological and physical health care to children on the south side and in south suburban Cook County who have experienced or witnessed traumatic events, severe abuse, and medical traumas, among other trauma-inducing experiences.

Judith Blakemore, Manager of Volunteer Services at La Rabida, said the U of C students were “a tremendous help, and they had a great attitude”, even though their exact service project at CCTC underwent a last minute adjustment.

“The students were supposed to sanitize toys, restock therapy rooms – that kind of thing,” explained Blakemore, “but there were plumbing problems over the weekend that caused a huge mess everywhere.”

According to Blakemore, the students did a “great job” of cleaning everything necessary and they essentially “made the space habitable again”.

“A therapist’s time is valuable – not that they are too good to clean, but given the needs of our patients, to have to clean an entire facility would not have been using their time effectively,” said Blakemore. “The students efforts allowed our therapists time to focus on the patients.”

Jahnavi Bhaskar, Service Team Leader at the CCTC site and fourth year in the college, explained that her group was eager to help an organization that “is fulfilling such an important need in the community”. She added, “We are grateful to them for their good work, so it was nice to help in any way we could.”

The Chicago Child Trauma Center was one of 46 service sites that were a part of this year’s Engage Chicago through Service Day, formerly titled Experience Chicago through Service. The change of the event’s name, according to Katharine Bierce, Program Coordinator of Days of Service at the UCSC and fourth-year in the college, “just makes sense”.

“This annual Day of Service aims at specifically introducing first-year students to opportunities for engagement with the community through service,” Bierce said. “So we updated the title to be more in line with the purpose of the event.”

Bierce explained it is her hope that many of the participants will become more active in serving organizations throughout the community after their experiences at the Engage Chicago Day of Service.

“We believe that students can learn best not only in the classroom, but in the community and from the different people in the community.”

Blakemore agreed. “’Engage’ is a perfect word because sometimes students don’t learn about the community outside of campus, but this event is a wonderful way to get first years engaged and participating,” said Blakemore.

“The students in my group enjoyed working at La Rabida and were eager to find out about CS RSOs that involve projects with children,” said Bhaskar. “I was particularly impressed with the range of sites that the UCSC sent students to; it speaks to the wide array of support our campus can offer to the organizations in our city that are helping our neighbors.”

Each year, explained Blakemore, La Rabida participates in the day of service because it “strengthens the ties that La Rabida has with the University – not only the hospital, but the UCSC and the students”. La Rabida Children’s Hospital services more than 9,000 students annually and provides care to children regardless of health care or family income circumstances.

The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: Letter from Director





EVENTS
South Side History Bike Tour
Saturday, October 10
10:30am-3:30pm
Bartlett Quad
Explore the social, cultural, and political history of the South Side. Stops include Historic Bronzeville, Union Stockyard Gate, Richard J. Daley’s home, Hull House and more. Tour led by faculty members John Boyer, Terry Nichols Clark, and Mark Hansen. Participants must have their own bike and helmet. To register, email dhays@uchicago.edu.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AIDS Run & Walk Chicago
Saturday, October 3
9:30am
Grant Park
Over 300 volunteers needed throughout the day to assist in setup and execution of AIDS Run & Walk Chicago. Jobs include: registration, check-in, gear distribution, and refreshments. All volunteers will receive instruction on event day. No prior training is necessary for most jobs. All jobs are fun and interactive with the runners, walkers and other volunteers. Contact Dianne Patterson at Chicago Special Events Management at 773-868-3010 ext. 221 to volunteer and learn more about event day opportunities!

Talent C.O.R.E. 3 is currently seeking college students that are inspired to mentor and encourage youth to follow the journey toward higher education!!!! Talent C.O.R.E. 3 will match prospective volunteers with youth that can relate to them on a personal basis, in regards to interests, hobbies, and talents (sports, music, art, theatre, speaking, modeling, etc). For more information and to apply, contact Brandon Wright at Bwright@talentcore3.org

Urban Initiatives' Urban Coaching Corps
Urban Initiatives collaborates with schools, teachers, and parents to boost the academic performance, physical fitness, and character development of children from Chicago's underserved communities. Urban Initiative Coaching Corp applicants will be asked to serve as assistant mentor/coaches for youth in the 5th through 8th grades at one of the 10 CPS sites. Volunteers will be expected to dedicate three days a week from 3:00 to 5:00 PM for a 6-week period. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Urban Initiatives' volunteer coordinator at julie.chelovich@urbaninitiatives.org for more information about training time and location.

APO Informational Meeting
Sunday, October 4th @ 5:30
Reynolds Club South Lounge
Alpha Phi Omega, UChicago's co-ed service fraternity, offers opportunities in leadership, friendship, and service. Our service activities are flexible and easily fit into your schedule, and we partner with many community organizations such as the House of Hope, the Living Room Cafe, and a homeless food run organization. We have social events often and have included after-meeting dinners, Super Bowl parties, and even a formal.

Flatwater Classic Canoe and Kayak Race
Sunday, October 4
7:00am – Throughout the day
Chicago River seeks volunteers for various jobs for the Flatwater Classic Canoe and Kayak Race. Volunteer jobs include: race timers, finish line crews, spotters, check-in, and registration assistance. If you are available to volunteer, please call or email Cynthia Fox at 312-939-0490, ext. 13 or CFox@chicagoriver.org

INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
2010 Diversity Leadership Awards
Deadline: October 16, 2009
The Diversity Leadership Awards seek to recognize University staff members who display leadership in fostering diversity both on campus and within the surrounding community and to highlight, in concert with the University of Chicago Board of Governors, the contributions of alumni who advance the cause of justice and equality in our community and society. Please nominate a staff member or alumna/us at http://www.uchicago.edu/diversity/awards.shtml/

The Science and Technology Outreach and Mentoring Program (STOMP) is seeking individuals who want to gain invaluable education and outreach experience through being a paid instructor. STOMP seeks individuals involved in science related fields, available for Tuesday and Thursday teams beginning in September 2009. Pay is $25.00 per hour. For more information, contact racy J. Schultz at tjschultz@uchicago.edu to set up an interview.

Federal Work Study (Off-Campus)
UCSC seeks out and posts part-time and summer work-study positions with Chicago area nonprofit and public sector organizations. Opportunities are geared toward identified interests and skills of our College, graduate and professional school students. View this list for the most current off-campus works study positions.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Letter from Director Wallace Goode

To those committed to service:

During the 2008-2009 school year UCSC, with a professional staff of four plus 30 paid interns, helped over 3,000 students augment their academic learning with experiential learning by participating in some form of service. 7,000 – 8,000 community members were touched through community service by University of Chicago students. Civic minded students worked on campaigns raising over $100,000 to support their commitment to community, established a student-community service center in Woodlawn and started 10 new recognized student organizations, committed to community service. At present, the total number of Community Service Recognized Student Organizations (CSRSO) is 66.

Annually UCSC provides 100 internships. Last year over 300 students applied for these internships. The 100 students selected play significant roles in student government, CSRSOs and University advisory councils after their UCSC internship. Of the 75 student leadership awards granted in 2008 – 2009, 39 of the recipients had a UCSC affiliation.

Along with individual successes, the University received the Peace Corps Service Award for being the #1 school in producing volunteers, for universities in our size category, for the third year in a row. Annually Peace Corps and Teach for America rank as the top two places for University of Chicago graduates.
Experiential learning combined with community service affords the University an opportunity to broaden the educational possibilities for our students while promoting the University’s goal of becoming a national model for an urban research institution.

As UCSC service efforts continue to reach more students, community members, and neighborhoods, we strive to keep you informed through our website and weekly newsletter. For the 2009-2010 school year, every application and event will be found on our soon to be newly redesigned website ucsc.uchicago.edu to maximize convenience and clarity.

Our weekly newsletter will continue to provide upcoming service events, volunteer opportunities, internship/scholarship opportunities, and community service perspective throughout Chicago. Last year, our articles focused on UCSC programming – highlighting program accomplishments and community work. This year, our articles will place the spotlight on our community partners and those impacted by the work of our 15 programs over five focus areas.

Finally, I want to extend my sincerest thanks to each and everyone of you who commit to taking your skills and improving the community around you through service. It is impossible to meet, exceed, and enlarge our goals without the work you do with our neighbors in service.

But our work is not done.

With the entering 2013 class comes an opportunity to expand our efforts with fresh ideas and enthusiasm. As you attend the Engage Chicago, bring a friend to sign up with you. When you return to UCSC’s office, take a friend to learn about service. It takes a collective effort by everyone to inform students of service and maintain our goal of being a civically engaged, urban institution.
Students describe UCSC as their home; the place that gives them balance; the place where theory and action come alive. Welcome home.
Wishing all the best this year,

Wallace E. Goode, Jr.
Associate Dean of Students in the University
Director, UCSC


The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: Real Men Do Service









EVENTS
Study at the Smart
Thursday, June 4
9:00pm – 1:00am
Smart Museum (5550 S. Greenwood Avenue)
All University students welcome. Tables and chairs will be scattered throughout the Smart's galleries. Only pencils, notebooks, and laptops will be allowed into the galleries; pens, backpacks, food, and drinks must stay in the lobby area. Free brewed coffee will be provided all night long. A social study break, with music and food, is planned at 11 pm in the Museum's lobby.

University Community Service Center Open House
Friday, June 5
2:00pm – 5:00pm
University Community Service Center (5525 S. Ellis)
Take a break from studying and get free paletas! Participate in fun activities, learn about UCSC programs and events, and enjoy time outside with UCSC. For more information, contact us at ucsc@uchicago.edu

DOC U 2: Student Works Produced by the Documentary Video Class
Friday, June 5
6:00pm-9:00pm
Film Studies Center (Cobb 307)
Don’t miss this showcase of recent-short works produced by the students in the Documentary Production course. Spanning an impressive array of subjects, from the ideological and tactical role of army combat uniform in the U.S. military and the imminent extinction of the hipster community in Chicago, to counter-cultural movements like the Lolita fashion, Chicago’s own fierce and world-famous Roller Derby women’s league, as well as urban agriculture task forces and the city’s cutting edge music scene. This extraordinary program is a witty and insightful exploration of Chicago’s unique soundscape, unexplored corners, and most colorful characters. Light refreshments will be served.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer this summer! Contact Elspeth at the UCSC at
emcgarvey@uchicago.edu with questions about any of these
opportunities.

Kimbark Coin Laundry is looking for volunteers on Tuesdays from 6-7pm
to read to kids ages 6-8. While parents do their laundry, volunteers
will read to kids at Kimbark Coin Laundry located at 1218 E. 53rd St.
This is a great way to stay involved in the community with very little
commitment during a busy summer. Interested volunteers can call
Fylynne at 773-493-3320.

The Gary Comer Youth Center at 7200 S. Ingleside Ave. wants volunteers
for their rooftop garden. The garden is a beautiful space in this
incredible building that grows enough very tasty produce to share with
the community and a number of restaurants around Chicago. Volunteers
can develop any number of skills or interests with this project; from
cooking to gardening and from direct work with youth to marketing.

Volunteer with Camp Reavis at Reavis Elementary at 50th and Cottage
Grove. Camp Reavis offers free educational opportunities for students
grades 5-7. Help in classes including gardening, capoeira, bike
safety, art, heath, music producing, math, and theater! Interested
volunteers can call Syda at 773-535-1060.

The 16th Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon is Saturday, June 13. In just one day, 8,000 volunteers will come together to help 30,000 Chicago students succeed by transforming schools into vibrant places to learn and grow. Volunteers will paint beautiful murals, brighten classrooms and hallways, create line games on playgrounds, beautify school grounds with landscaping and organize libraries. To learn more or register today, visit www.chicagocares.org or call 312 780-0800 for more information.

Orientation for new volunteers! (Tell a friend!)
Saturday June 6, 2009
10am -12 noon
The Children's Place Association Residence for Children (3059 W. Augusta Blvd.)
For information on volunteer opportunities for the summer, contact Ann Simonson at ASimonson@childrens-place.org

Volunteers are welcomed to work in other capacities at the Children’s Place Association. Volunteer at the Residence (9-12:00pmMon-Sat) OR the Early Learning Center (9-12pm, Mon-Fri). Pick a day! Pick a shift! Call Ann today if you can volunteer this summer! June, July, August. Weekly commitment! You are needed! Ann’s direct line: 312-660-3033

INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
The Science and Technology Outreach and Mentoring Program (STOMP) is seeking individuals who want to gain invaluable education and outreach experience through being a paid instructor. STOMP seeks individuals involved in science related fields, available for Tuesday and Thursday teams beginning in September 2009. Pay is $25.00 per hour. For more information, contact racy J. Schultz at tjschultz@uchicago.edu to set up an interview.

Federal Work Study (Off-Campus)
UCSC seeks out and posts part-time and summer work-study positions with Chicago area nonprofit and public sector organizations. Opportunities are geared toward identified interests and skills of our College, graduate and professional school students. View this list for the most current off-campus works study positions.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Real Men Do Service
Rachel Cromidas, Staff Writer

Mark Redmond doesn’t want students to confuse Men in Service with the new men’s advocacy group on campus, Men in Power. Though their names sound alike, he said, the University Community Service Center’s program, Men in Service, has been working to stir up good will—“not controversy”—between University of Chicago men and their community.

“We’re all about just trying to get men involved in community service, and cultivating a positive environment for men to connect with people through service,” said Redmond, MIS’s co-director.

For Redmond and his co-director, fourth-year Luke Rodehorst, the best part of this mission is the opportunity it affords University of Chicago men to create lasting relationships with people in Chicago—especially the sophomores at the Kenwood high school Hales Franciscan.

According to Redmond, MIS’s partnership with Hales provides important guidance for the boys they mentor. “For a lot of these students, generally there’s a dearth of positive male role models in their life. To be able to come in and say we are a group of guys that have their stuff together we’re going to college it provides an image for them that may not be present in all of there lives.”

This quarter, MIS helped the sophomore class put together a video documentary on “How Soccer Explains Chicago” by organizing interviews with the University’s varsity soccer players—a collaboration that culminated in a tour of campus led by MIS for 20 Hales students.

“We’ve worked to develop a stronger connection with Hales than we’ve had in the past,” Redmond said. “It’s been really great because MIS has been able to serve as a resource for these guys…. And on a larger scale, we’re trying to show them that college is a cool place to go.”

On the tour of campus, Redmond said, the Hales boys played a soccer game on the University’s field, met other students and ate at Bartlett.

If you ask Mr. Warren Rocco, a Hales-Franciscan teacher, the MIS-led walking tour of Hyde Park and the University was one of the highlights of the students’ year. “As a result, some of our students now realize that a world-class education is much closer than they thought,” he said.

But Rocco also believes that the experiences with MIS have been mutually beneficial: “MIS scholars understand that there is more to experiencing life on the South Side of Chicago than frequent trips to Regenstein and the Medici bakery,” and that’s why the have pursued this partnership with Hales.

“Fortunately for Hales,” he added, “MIS delivers the total package: a group of bright conscientious men worth emulating.”

The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: High School Students Dive in at Splash!






EVENTS
Soul Umoja’s "Souled Out" Concert!
Friday, May 29
7:00pm-9:00pm
Ida Noyes, 3rd Floor Theatre (1212 E 59th St)
Soul Umoja is the University of Chicago's Gospel Choir. If you enjoy praising the Lord, and you enjoy good music, then this is an event that shouldn't be missed! We will be singing such songs as "Leaning on God", "Souled Out", and "I Can Make It." A perfect way to prepare for finals and to celebrate a beautiful spring!

Building Sustainable Coalitions
Wednesday, June 3
5:00pm-7:00pm
UCSC Conference Room (5525 S. Ellis)
The UCSC Social Justice program hosts an interactive workshop led by Alex Poeter, Director of Organizing at the Chicago Freedom School. Poeter will discuss the process of building and maintaining sustainable coalitions supporting social action.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The 16th Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon is Saturday, June 13. In just one day, 8,000 volunteers will come together to help 30,000 Chicago students succeed by transforming schools into vibrant places to learn and grow. Volunteers will paint beautiful murals, brighten classrooms and hallways, create line games on playgrounds, beautify school grounds with landscaping and organize libraries. To learn more or register today, visit www.chicagocares.org or call 312 780-0800 for more information.

Information meeting to join our AIDS RUN WALK
Monday June 1
6-8pm
The Children's Place Association (1436 W. Randolph Street 5th floor)
Refreshments will be served. Come find out more! Bring friends! Find out more about The Children's Place Association! Register to run or walk! Find out how to be a team leader! Sign up to volunteer! To register to join our team before the meeting go to www.aidsrunwalk.org. RSVP if you and your friends will attend the meeting June 1!

Volunteers are welcomed to work in other capacities at the Children’s Place Association. Volunteer at the Residence (9-12:00pmMon-Sat) OR the Early Learning Center (9-12pm, Mon-Fri). Pick a day! Pick a shift! Call Ann today if you can volunteer this summer! June, July, August. Weekly commitment! You are needed! Ann’s direct line: 312-660-3033

INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
Federal Work Study (Off-Campus)
UCSC seeks out and posts part-time and summer work-study positions with Chicago area nonprofit and public sector organizations. Opportunities are geared toward identified interests and skills of our College, graduate and professional school students. View this list for the most current off-campus works study positions.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
High School Students Dive in at Splash!
Amy Estersohn, Edited by Allen L. Linton II

With 12,000 students dropping out every year and only half of students entering as freshmen leaving with diplomas, Chicago Public Schools struggles to provide a strong educational foundation for its 400,000 students citywide. Despite these figures, University of Chicago students from various backgrounds offer a unique opportunity to engage high school students in alternative educational experiences.

For the third year in a row, hundreds of high school students from all over the city of Chicago will make their way to Cobb and Harper on the Saturday morning after first week to take classes from University students courtesy of Splash!.

Splash! is an annual program that introduces topics to high school students not traditionally taught in the classroom or formally discussed within purely academic learning. Classes are taught by University of Chicago student volunteers, ranging from knitting, photography, and improvisational comedy to “Glitter and Doom: The Weimar Republic and the Rise of Fascism” and “Splitting the Banana Split: The Science of Cold.” Splash! maximizes student’s engagement by allowing students the prospect of sharing the ideas they love to an interested audience.

“Splash! takes a different approach to learning,” said board member Lyndsey Moulds. “Students are used to associating learning with papers, exams, and test prep. We try to remind students that learning is fun, and we do that by offering hands-on activities in courses designed by U of C students. The students teaching classes think their topic is interesting, and that enthusiasm is infectious.”

The program welcomes experienced teachers as well as novices. “Many of our teachers don’t have extensive classroom experience, and that’s OK. We want the students to learn something, but more importantly we want them to learn that learning is fun,” Moulds said. Compared to other University activities, Splash! requires a relatively small time commitment, as students teach a minimum of one, one-hour class on one day. The student-led, flexible type of community service offered by Splash! makes it appealing to both teachers and students alike.

With assistance from the Community Service Fund, Splash! is free to attend and teachers are able to incorporate equipment into their lesson plans. Considering the financial constraints on education in Chicago Public Schools, high school students and teachers appreciate the cooperation between student and University members with the common goal of improving education.

“We spend a lot of time working to pull in students from diverse backgrounds. Some of our students have to register for Splash! through their high school guidance counselor because they don’t have internet access at home. If we charged for the program, we would be sending our students through another obstacle towards attending our program,” Moulds said.

The organization regularly reaches out to high school students and parents. Splash! members tabled at this year’s Art in Action, and members visit high schools around Chicago to inform students about the program. Emily Pelka remarked: “Whenever I talk to high school students about Splash!, either they’ve heard of it already or they are really excited about it. And they get even more excited when they learn they can take classes on things like video games and pop music”

To teach or volunteer at this year's Splash!, sign up at uchicago-splash.mit.edu by June 1. To learn more about volunteering for this year’s Splash!, contact Anya Thetford at anyuta@uchicago.edu.

The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*In the Spotlight:UCPIP: Alumni Support College Graduates






EVENTS
New Politics of Race and Science
Thursday, May 21
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Adler Institute on Social Exclusion (65 E. Wacker Place, Room 1705)
Dorothy Roberts is Kirkland Ellis Professor, Northwestern Law School, and Professor, Department of African-American Studies and Sociology, and Faculty Fellow, Institute for Policy Research, at Northwestern University. This presentation focuses on the uses of race as a category in science, law, and social policy. It demonstrates how different political approaches to racial equality influence scientific debates on medicine, biotechnology, and bioethics.

4th Annual Art in Action Festival
Saturday, May 23rd
11:00am – 6:00pm
First Presbyterian Church (6400 S Kimbark Ave.)
Art in Action is a day-long festival organized by a diverse group of artists, activists, and students from the South Side. This day long event includes music, barbeque, collaborative art projects, a poetry slam, and much more.

Annual University Memorial Ceremony
Tuesday, May 26th
5:00pm
Rockefeller memorial Chapel
During this ceremony, we remember those from the University community who have died during the academic year, and we also invite graduating students to name those whom they have lost over the course of their studies — family members and friends who cannot be there to express pride and joy, and whose absence is keenly felt. For more information, contact Elizabeth Davenport at ejld@uchicago.edu


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Help raise community awareness on the issues of Sexual and Domestic Violence. Join the YWCA at their Francis Center (6600 S. Cottage Grove Ave.) in May and June for Informational Saturdays where the group will be walking through the community with program information. Interested volunteers should contact Elspeth at the UCSC at
emcgarvey@uchicago.edu.

Share your paper writing skills! A student from a City College is looking for assistance with a persuasive final paper. She is willing to meet you on campus. Anyone interested in helping should contact Elspeth ASAP at emcgarvey@uchicago.edu.
The 16th Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon is Saturday, June 13. In just one day, 8,000 volunteers will come together to help 30,000 Chicago students succeed by transforming schools into vibrant places to learn and grow. Volunteers will paint beautiful murals, brighten classrooms and hallways, create line games on playgrounds, beautify school grounds with landscaping and organize libraries. To learn more or register today, visit www.chicagocares.org or call 312 780-0800 for more information.


IN THE SPOTLIGHT
UCPIP: Alumni Support College Graduates
Mutisya Leonard, Staff Writer

According to University of Chicago alumnus, and Vice President of the Alumni Board of Governors, Tom Berg, A.B ’72, the University of Chicago Public Interest Program (UCPIP) is a key initiative in the University’s long tradition of civic engagement with Chicago –a tradition that goes back more than 100 years with Jane Addams, and with the creation of SSA. “The talents and energy of UChicago graduates are the best things the University can share with the city,” he said. Berg is also Alumni Director of UCPIP.

UCPIP is a competitive alumni-driven University initiative placing College graduates in paid, year-long non-profit opportunities in Chicago. The program runs as an innovative collaboration between Career Advising and Planning Services (CAPS), the University Community Service Center (UCSC), and the Alumni Association.

David Hays, Assistant Director at UCSC says, “It’s a true partnership. Alumni identify Fellowship sites, and they provide mentorship and training crucial in transitioning from the unique education at UChicago. CAPS offers the structural support students need in navigating the application and interviews, and in developing professional relationships with host organizations. UCSC contributes to strategic planning, defining of program directions, visions and timelines, facilitates outreach to community partners that would potentially host Fellows, and connects with students actively engaged in service-work that may find reward and challenge in applying to UCPIP.”

College graduates bring their skills, creativity and commitment to bear on projects with direct relevance to crucial public interest issues while mastering the tools needed to work locally on significant social issues. Graduates receive an annual stipend of at least $27,000 plus benefits from the site they match with, and are partnered with a supervisor at the site. Additionally, during the course of the year, Fellows receive professional development training –in the form of weekly seminars with peer Fellows in the program— and formal mentorship opportunities with established alumni in public interest work.

The supplementary development training is aimed at promoting awareness on public interest issues and best practices in non-profit work, connecting the host sites’ work to the University, and expanding the pool of public interest resources. Berg retired from a for-profit career a year ago and enjoys working with UCPIP because it “uses the skills learned in corporate life –strategy, management and marketing skills, metrics and entrepreneurial skills– in the exciting public interest setting.”

“It's a way to give back where you can see the impact, and have a lot of fun interacting with Fellows and learning about public interest work in Chicago,” Berg concludes.

“Students applying to UCPIP are coming from different places,” notes Berg, “some are trying out non-profit work, and assessing its fit. Some are looking for an entry to a life-long career in public interest. Others want to contribute before starting graduate school or another career.”

“A fellow worked at Greater Southwest Development Corp and was introduced to a trade school -Austin Polytechnic School- during the weekly Fellow seminars and brought those ideas back to his site. A current fellow writes and edits a neighborhood newspaper pretty much by herself in North Lawndale. Other fellows work in education settings and have good success with underserved students,” Berg continued, “They are a diversely engaged lot, involved in dynamic work!”

“Host organizations see the value of UCPIP but the current economy has hurt us,” Berg notes. “Still UCPIP has become creative in meeting the challenge. In recruiting sites, we highlight UCPIP as an exciting opportunity to hire intelligent, resourceful and enthusiastic UChicago graduates that bring fresh ideas to work at a reasonable cost. Other organizations want to create or deepen relationships with the University and we show them how UCPIP is a good starting point in linking to professional and institutional support. In a small immigration organization in Little Village, for instance, we settled a deal where alumni offered voluntary advice and support to help them with strategy, metrics and marketing while they took up a Fellow to, among other things, implement the ideas.”

UCPIP seeks to build long-term partnerships with public interest organizations. Some organizations do decide to hire Fellows as regular full-time employees beyond the Fellowship year.

Maxwell Brooks, Assistant Director for Undergraduate Preparation at CAPS manages the fellowship program. He may be reached by e-mail: mbrooks@uchicago.edu.



The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu

IN THIS ISSUE:

*Events
*Volunteer Opportunities
*Internships, Jobs, and Beyond...
*In the Spotlight: UCSC Says "Thank You for Service"









EVENTS
A Marathon Reading of Les Miserables
May 14 - May 16
24 hours!!
Regenstein Library and the Quads
From May 14 - 16, students, faculty, and friends will read Les Miserables as a chance to reflect on the morals and values of our society. The event is open to all levels of French speakers (Note: French 201-205 will receive extra-credit toward their coursework. Come and hear our new professor Danel Désormeaux, who will be joining the Romance Languages and Literatures Department next year read the opening pages of Les Misérables.

12th Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception
Monday, May 18th
5:00pm – 7:00pm
The Cloister Club of Ida Noyes Hall (1212 E. 59th Street)
AVRR brings together community partners, students, faculty, staff, and administration to celebrate the hard-work, dedication and exemplary service in the community throughout this academic year. This year features keynote speaker Steven D. Biedermann, Investment Portfolio Manager for Chicago Public Schools and entertainment by Shower Songsters and Voices in Your Head. RSVP at ucsc.uchicago.edu.

New Politics of Race and Science
Thursday, May 21
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Adler Institute on Social Exclusion (65 E. Wacker Place, Room 1705)
Dorothy Roberts is Kirkland Ellis Professor, Northwestern Law School, and Professor, Department of African-American Studies and Sociology, and Faculty Fellow, Institute for Policy Research, at Northwestern University. This presentation focuses on the uses of race as a category in science, law, and social policy. It demonstrates how different political approaches to racial equality influence scientific debates on medicine, biotechnology, and bioethics.

4th Annual Art in Action Festival
Saturday, May 23rd
11:00am – 6:00pm
First Presbyterian Church (6400 S Kimbark Ave.)
Art in Action is a day-long festival organized by a diverse group of artists, activists, and students from the South Side. This day long event includes music, barbeque, collaborative art projects, a poetry slam, and much more.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Help raise community awareness on the issues of Sexual and Domestic Violence. Join the YWCA at their Francis Center (6600 S. Cottage Grove Ave.) in May and June for Informational Saturdays where the group will be walking through the community with program information. Interested volunteers should contact Elspeth at the UCSC at
emcgarvey@uchicago.edu.

Share your paper writing skills! A student from a City College is looking for assistance with a persuasive final paper. She is willing to meet you on campus. Anyone interested in helping should contact Elspeth ASAP at emcgarvey@uchicago.edu.

Volunteer for the 2009 Green Festival, May 16-17. Green Festival is a
2 day event co-produced by Global Exchange and Green America committed to the movement towards a just and sustainable society, featuring over 400 socially and environmentally responsible enterprises, over 100 leading speakers, live music, and delicious organic food and drink. Volunteers are needed for the event and receive free admission, an organic cotton t-shirt and free memberships. For more information please visit: www.greenfestivals.org/volunteer.

INTERNSHIPS, JOBS, AND BEYOND...
United Negro College Fund Google Scholarship
Due: May 15th, 2009
Applicants must be entering their senior year of undergraduate study or be enrolled in a graduate program in 2008-2009 at an accredited college/university in the United States. Applicants must be pursuing a computer science degree, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. To apply, visit http://www.google.com/jobs/scholarships.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
UCSC Says "Thank You for Service"
Rachel Cromidas, Staff Writer

Next week, University of Chicago students will trade their old pairs of jeans (muddy from gardening during the Earth Week Day of Service, no doubt) for slightly more formal wear to honor their commitments to community service at the Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception (AVRR).

At AVRR, which will take place for its twelfth year on Monday, May 18th at 5pm in the Cloister Club of Ida Noyes, the University will award students, Community Service RSOs and houses for their particular community service endeavors while students from across the University’s College and graduate programs congregate for refreshments.

The college will give out several awards to students and groups, including: the Edward Turkington House Service Award, President’s Volunteer Service Award, Perry S. Herst Prize, the Brown Service Learning Award and the CSRSO award.

“AVRR really is not only for those who receive the awards, but for all the students throughout the year who have worked hard,” said Wallace Goode, director of the University Community Service Center.

For Goode, the AVRR awards are less about rewarding students and more about publicly thanking them for their achievements.

The awards “are certainly a goal for younger students to strive for, but for those students who receive an award, it is mainly a community affirmation of their efforts,” Goode said. Students “do it because they want to do it, and there are very personal reasons why people do service. This [award reception] is simply a public way of saying thank you for all that you do.”

Alex Gagne is one such student; she is a nominee for the Presidential Volunteer Award. Her experiences with community service on campus stem mainly from the tutoring program she runs at Woodlawn’s University of Chicago charter school on 64th and University, Gagne said.

Gagne became the RSO’s leader, she said, “because I really enjoyed the program. Sometimes it’s really frustrating because you are tutoring kids in math and they aren’t getting it, but then there are other weeks were you feel like you really helped them get better at something that’s really important.”

Gagne is graduating this June with a Masters of Public Policy.

“I knew I was going to be working in educational policy, with numbers and statistics. But before I work in an office somewhere just working with numbers and not really seeing the children I’m trying to help…I am trying to work with these kids as much as I can.”

Gagne is just one of more than one dozen students nominated for awards who will be honored at the reception.

Steven Biedermann, the Investment Porfolio Manager in the Bureau of Treasury at Chicago Public Schools, will give the keynote address at the reception. Mr. Biedermann served two years as a United States Peace Corps volunteer in the Republic of Kiribati as a mathematics instructor at Teabike College. Most recently, he spent several months volunteering with the United Nations in southern Sudan on The Global Fund project.

All students are welcome to attend the reception. Please RSVP to ucsc.uchicago.edu.

The University Community Service Center (UCSC) fosters the development of civic-minded students by providing substantive community service opportunities through community partnerships based on mutual trust and respect. If you have questions - how to get involved as a student or how to connect to students as a community organization - please contact us.

University Community Service Center
5525 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 160
Chicago IL, 60637
Tel: 773.753.4483
Fax: 773.834.1160
ucsc.uchicago.edu