Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all the available opportunities and programs we are sharing! You can also find out what is happening 'In the News' with DCS.
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In this email:
- Apply to be a PAID Community Engagement Ambassador in the Department of Community Service for 2021-2022
- SASA: Caste 101 Workshop Presented by Equality Labs
- Get inSTEP with inSTEP!
- Migrant Tutoring Info Session
- Lunch with Lucas Malo, Director of Community Service
- Nominate an Outstanding Faculty Member for a Teaching Award
- iGen Series - Intergenerational Conversations for the Future
- Be a Gifted Giver in the Festival of Arts
- Waltham Group Language and Cultural Enrichment (LaCE) is looking for volunteers for virtual after-school program!
- Food Justice Interest Group
- Demographic Data Focus Group
- Splash Teacher Registration is now open!
- Deis Hacks - Brandeis' 48 hour Hackathon for Social Good
- SSIS Applications Now Open!
- Careers in Social Change Virtual Info Sessions
- Direct the Y2Y Summer Shelter in-person!
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On Campus & Virtual Opportunities |
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Apply to be a PAID Community Engagement Ambassador in the Department of Community Service for 2021-2022 |
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As part of a prestigious leadership cohort, four selected Community Engagement Ambassadors will assist with initiatives for the Department of Community Service, as well as support students, clubs or departments partnering with the department to strengthen their impact in our communities. Selected students will receive $2,000 for the 2021-2022 academic year (13.50/hr in the Fall and 14.25/hr in the Spring).
Ambassadors will be challenged to think creatively about ways to engage Brandeis students from all backgrounds in community service initiatives, to engage in strategic planning that supports community engagement, and to learn new leadership skills, including project management systems and tools that increase effectiveness in groups. Learn more by attending an information session and visiting our website here.
The application deadline is Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at 11:59pm. Questions? Contact the Department of Community Service at (781) 736-3237 or the Community Service Specialist at csim@brandeis.edu.
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Open Q&A with CEAP (optional): Come and meet the 2020-2021 CEAP Ambassadors on Friday 3/5 from 1-2pm EST on Zoom and ask any last minute questions before the application deadline!
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SASA: Caste 101 Workshop Presented by Equality Labs |
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This workshop will allow us to apply a critical lens to what caste privilege and oppression looks like on a daily basis in both the United States and South Asia. In addition, we will be provided with the tools, language, and conversation starters to dismantling caste supremacy.
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Come join the inSTEP Campus Partners at and Get inSTEP with inSTEP! Hosted twice a month, international students are invited to meet other students, stay connected with the Brandeis community, and get to know the inSTEP Campus Partners who support students at Brandeis.
- March 9, 2021 at 12:00 pm EST (Wellness Theme for Wellness Day)
- March 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm EST
- April 6, 2021 at 12:00 pm EST
- April 20, 2021 at 12:00 pm EST (Wellness Day)
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Migrant Tutoring Info Session |
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March 9
7pm - 8pm
Come learn about a unique service opportunity tutoring unaccompanied refugee minors in partnership with Ascentria Care Alliance. We will discuss the program and learn about unaccompanied refugee minors and their status in the US.
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Lunch with Lucas Malo, Director of Community Service |
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Wednesday, March 10
12pm - 1pm
Grab your lunch and virtually get to know Lucas Malo, the Director of Community Service here at Brandeis. Topics will be determined by the audience, but can be about the history of the department, hobbies or or fun icebreakers. A casual opportunity to get to know Lucas and his 15 years at Brandeis. Join here.
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Nominate an Outstanding Faculty Member for a Teaching Award |
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Faculty, staff and students are invited to nominate outstanding faculty member for the following teaching awards by completing a brief nomination form found here. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, March 12.
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iGen Series - Intergenerational Conversations for the Future |
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Monday, 3/29, 4/5 and 4/12
2:30-4pm
Zoom
The iGen Series is a 3-part event consisting of intergenerational conversations where older adults, Brandeis Undergraduates, and middle school students will have the opportunity to learn from and teach each other about any topic along the theme of "Lessons from the Past". Leading up to the event - occurring across three days in late March and early April - multiple preparatory days will be offered to meet other individuals within your generation and to be trained by a professional public speaker. RSVP here.
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Waltham Group Language and Cultural Enrichment (LaCE) is looking for volunteers for virtual after-school program! |
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Waltham Group's Language and Cultural Enrichment Program (LaCE) is looking for volunteers to participate in a virtual after-school program for Waltham's Middle School English Learning Population. Volunteers will be matched with a middle school student and act as a tutor and mentor, helping with homework and participating in group activities based around practicing English and celebrating culture! Please contact the LaCE Coordinators at wg-lace@brandeis.edu if interested or if you have any questions.
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Food Justice Interest Group |
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Are you passionate about addressing the complex systems that are contributing to food insecurity?
We are creating a Food Justice Interest Group across the Brandeis campus where we can connect projects, programs and interested people together to collaborate and develop material that will address Food Justice. From creating a newsletter where we share information on volunteering opportunities, educational programming, and donation links-- to empowering all of you to help create innovative programming to address the systemic issues that lead to food insecurity. In partnership with the Zale Foundation grant and other on campus partners we hope to utilize our resources to make a change.
Please share your information with us and let us know your ideas with this Survey, we will reach out soon with opportunities! Thank you!
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Demographic Data Focus Group |
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Brandeis undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate in a conversation about collecting sexual orientation and gender identity data. Your insights will help Brandeis be more inclusive of LGBTQA+ communities. Join the movement to make our voices count!
For details, please contact GSC Director Julián Cancino at
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Splash Teacher Registration is now open! |
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Splash is a day where hundreds of middle and high school students join Brandeis University to take classes taught by us, the students, alumni, faculty, and staff of Brandeis. From techniques in cosmetics to the Greek-Persian War, classes can be either academic or unconventional. Splash will take place, virtually, on Saturday April 3- 4th. You can teach as many 1-hour classes as you want.
This is a great opportunity to gain community service hours, teaching experience, and to share your passion! In addition, it’s only a one (or two)-day commitment! If you are interested, please fill out this registration here. The deadline to complete this form is Sunday, March 27th.
Splash will take place on Saturday, April 3rd from 12:00pm - 3:00pm and Sunday, April 4th from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. For further details, please contact ess-club@brandeis.edu
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Deis Hacks - Brandeis' 48 hour Hackathon for Social Good |
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Come build a bridge for your career. Showcase your talent and increase the impact of nonprofits while enhancing your resume. Skip recruiting lines and gain direct access to corporate sponsors, mentors, judges and recruiters.
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SSIS Applications Now Open! |
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Are you passionate about sex education? Do you want to support your peers with sexual health and wellness? If you would like to learn more about sexuality, gender, and healthy relationships, apply to become an SSIS member! Applications are available in the link tree on our Instagram @ssisbrandeis or in-person at our office in SCC 328.
The Student Sexuality Information Service is a student-run, nonprofit volunteer organization working to empower the Brandeis community through confidential peer support, subsidized health and pleasure products, educational outreach, and referrals.
No experience necessary! Questions? DM us on instagram @ssisbrandeis or message our anonymous texting service 586-275-7747. Applications are open until March 18.
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Community Partner Opportunities |
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Careers in Social Change Virtual Info Sessions |
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Wednesday 3/3, Friday 3/5 from 2:00-2:30pm and 5:00-5:30pm
Attend to learn more about our full-time organizing jobs and a career in social change! Our full-time professional organizers work with college students to provide the training and resources they need to become movement leaders by recruiting volunteers, training potential leaders to take on more responsibility, and doing campaign work themselves.
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Looking for Media volunteers for Your Story Matters |
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African Cultural Services Inc. (aka AFRICANO Waltham) has a magazine called Your Story Matters that comes out every 4 months. 300 copies are printed and distributed to families but we are hoping to reach a wider audience. We are looking for a student who has interest in volunteering and helping make this magazine have a better social presence.
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Direct the Y2Y Summer Shelter in-person! |
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We are excited to announce that the Y2Y Harvard Square Summer Shelter program will be opening for an eight-week season this summer! This summer, we are looking for 8 committed and enthusiastic students interested in directing the program full time and working with the young adults staying at Y2Y. Students must be currently enrolled in a college or university.
What to expect from a Y2Y Summer Shelter (Y2YSS) Directorship:
- $5,500 stipend + housing support according to need
- Access to the Moderna vaccine during Phase 1
- Ten weeks of full-time, in-person direct service working with young adults experiencing homelessness
- Weekly directing, supervising, and case management shifts + enriching opportunities for community engagement
- Support from wonderful, full-time PBHA and Y2Y employees
- 30+ hours of thorough training from professional service providers
- A life-changing summer with inspiring, hard-working, and compassionate peers
Apply Here + Find More Info Here! Due Friday, March 5th at 11:59pm
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*Please note that the Department of Community Service provides marketing and may not be in direct partnership with this organization, student group or department. It is the responsibility of all members of this listserv to research all internal and external community engagement initiatives and programs prior to involvement.
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Department of Community Service
Shapiro Campus Center, Room 203
P: 781-736-3237
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