September 10, 2010

Spring Break – an opportunity for adventure, impact and even more learning

Georgia College and State University students had their break this past week. About halfway through the week, after realizing my daughter wasn’t having a Spring Break to remember, I asked her, “Does your school arrange or sponsor any Spring Break events?”
She initially shook her head no then admitted, “Actually I don’t know.” For parents reading this you know that I got that look on my face that says, ‘Ooooh okey dokey then.’ And I left it at that deciding to do a little research on my own. Here’s what I found out they had information on right on her campus:

A Week in the Life of a Believer in Service

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Some people call them “random acts of kindness”… others “simply being polite.” To me, it is all about serving others. Service to others is one of the best and easiest things we can do. And when we practice it often, it becomes a habit and a lifelong commitment to serving others. Find a way today to be a servant leader. It can be in a big way or a small way, but in all ways you will impact others!

Purple Glove Dance to the tune of community service

Have you seen the Purple Glove Dance? If you’re a college student, or affiliated with an institution, then you probably have. At Georgia College & State University the Purple Glove Dance is rasiing awareness and funds for support of The American Cancer Society Relay For Life.

Building Leaders Through Community Service Pt. 2

In part 1 of this blog post, I discussed five of my reasons why you should want to get students involved in community service. But how do you get students to be involved in service to others? Here are five ways that have worked for me:

Building Leaders Through Community Service, Pt. 1

I believe there are five reasons why you should want to involve your students in community service and five ways that you can implement community service into your student leadership programs. Part 1 of this blog post addresses the “whys” – the “hows” are covered in Part 2.

Pepsi and Social Conscience – a Refreshing Approach to the Super Bowl That Could Make a Difference

For the past 23 consecutive years they have run commercial during the Super Bowl…but not this year. In a decision that gives me hope, they are instead doing a social-media campaign to promote its “Pepsi Refresh” initiative.

Serving during Welcome Week at Cuyahoga Community College

This blog is not about any of those programs, but, rather, about what I did on my “off” day in Cleveland on Thursday, September 10. It was really awesome for me to be called on to serve and to dive in and do it and have fun. I believe that service to others is one of the most valuable things we can do.

Scholarships for Community Service!?

Now that the Serve America Act has been passed does it mean scholarships in exchange for community service? That’s what the president has promised. Is it a good idea? Will it work? What do you think that will mean to you?

Got Any FUN Ideas For Community Service?

VIDEO: Obama Calls For Renewed Spirit Of National Service

Last year, I was dedicated to watching the presidential debates, avoiding the news and making an informed decision for myself. In the middle of it all I was pleased with the ‘time out’ both candidates took to turn the country’s focus to community service. I’m no longer interested in sitting on someone’s board and want to do something much more fun and interactive. Any suggestions?

How is your school contributing to a Nation of Service?

In support of Dave Kelly’s Building Leaders Through Service Network I submit this September 2008 video that highlights and links to a campaign to inspire a new era of voluntary citizen service in America – ServiceNation.org. I invite you to join an effort – any effort – to expand national and community service. Like the song says, “I get by with a little help from my friends.” We’d like to hear about your efforts to build a nation of service, reach out a helping hand, be a good neighbor or perform other random acts of kindness on your campus or in your community. PEACE.