Civic Engagement Opportunities
Upcoming service opportunities and events
ROC Relief Benefit
The City of Rochester is coordinating a supply drive and music fest to benefit the people of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Islands.
Saturday, October 7th, 10 AM - 6 PM
At Parcel 5, East Main Street, Rochester, NY
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Can't Attend ROC RELIEF? Donate on Campus!
ROC Relief is looking for these new items ONLY:
- batteries
- lanterns
- cases of water
- feminine products
- baby wipes
- diapers
CGI U Information Sessions
CALLING SOCIAL INNOVATORS!
Attend the Commitment to Action info session for Clinton Global Initiative University (CGIU). Propose a social innovation project for CGI U and if your project is selected, you will travel to the CGI U Fall Training hosted by President Bill Clinton and Chelsea Clinton in October, 2018.
Travel scholarships are available. Funding for projects may also be available.
The deadline for applications is May 1st, 2018.
Join us at the CGI U Information Sessions on:
Monday, October 9th, 3-4:00 PM in GAC 155
Girl Rising
FILM SCREENING AND DISCUSSION
Thursday, October 19th, 6-8 PM, at A-14 Arts Center
In "Girl Rising" the academy-award nominated director Richard E. Robins tells the stories of nine unforgettable girls living in the developing world: ordinary girls who confront tremendous challenges and overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams.
The film screening will be followed by Insomnia cookies and a discussion lead by faculty from Anthropology, Education, Center for Life's Work and the VP of the Women & Gender Studies club.
PITTSFORD TOWN BOARD MEETING at NAZ
Attend the Pittsford Town Board meeting on Thursday, October 26th, 7 to 8:30 PM at Arts Center, A-13 and learn more about the incumbent board members and the candidates for those positions.
Moderated by Sarah Timmerman, Nazareth College '19
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Ethiopian Cultural Dinner and Silent Auction!
ENJOY GREAT ETHIOPIAN FOOD and HELP A GREAT CAUSE
Regular: $30
Student (with ID): $20
For tickets, contact:
Kathy Hansen: Khansen7@naz.edu (GAC 119)
Jennifer L. Wess: jwess2@naz.edu
Joshua P. Fess: jfess2@naz.edu
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Call for Volunteers for upcoming ZooBoo Weekends!
SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY FUN AT SENECA PARK ZOO ON HOLLOWEEN!
Several volunteer opportunities are available in two shifts:
Morning shift: 8:45 AM- 12:30 PM
Afternoon shift: 12:00 -4:00 PM.
Those interested, please, contact:
Tina Trimer, Manager of Volunteer Programs
Ph: 585.295.7354 | Email: ttrimer@senecazoo.org
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Post-Grad Service Info Session
LAUNCH YOUR CAREER THROUGH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SERVICE
October 31st, 12:10- 1:10 PM in the Reading Lounge
Faculty, staff, and ALL students are welcome to attend!
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Rochester Children's Book Festival!
The Annual Rochester Children's Book Festival has been held for 20 years and it is made a success by 100+ volunteers.
Join the festival as a volunteer on Saturday, 4th of November, 10 AM to 4 PM.
A variety of positions need to be filled, including: assisting the authors, helping in the presentation rooms, working in the checkout area, and lending a hand in the arts and crafts room!
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Cracker Box Palace: Farm Animal Haven
Show that you care about animal!
Volunteer at Cracker Box Palace animal shelter where sick or abused animal come to recover, Saturday, November 4, 8 AM to 1PM, at Cracker Box Palace, Shaker Road, Alton, NY, United States
Volunteers will take a tour of the farm sanctuary and help where needed by feeding animals and cleaning cages.
Nazareth will provide rides to this volunteer event!
Sign up on Julie Lloyd's door, GAC 166!
Email Kelly Quinn with any questions: kquinn0@mail.naz.edu
Looking For More?
Logon to Handshake and take a look on our Facebook page!
For more information on upcoming community partner requests and campus events please check out Handshake! Use your MyNaz login and click on the "Events" tab at the top of the page.
"Like" Nazareth College Community Service Facebook page for ongoing updates and events.