Stop and catch your breath as the semester gets busier and more stressful! Hit the pause button to reflect on what really matters to you! Take time to explore where you have been, where you are now, and where you are going.
CSSA has designed a workshop to help you explore these questions, think about your next steps, and provide you with great tools, resources, and connections to make them. Learn about exciting courses to take, service opportunities to think about for next semester, non-profit internships, and summer jobs that meet your needs and interests.
All students who have participated in community service, immersion trips, and/or non-profit internships are encouraged to attend!
Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
Time: 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Location: LSC - LC37 Conference Room
Featuring: A Nacho Bar!
Join us to learn how to move from experience to action - with a nacho bar included!
Bring a friend!
Questions? Email service@jcu.edu
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TODAY: Stop by the CRS Fair Trade Christmas Boutique! |
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The Fair Trade Holiday Sale will be held on Wednesday, December 1 from 11 am-1 pm in the Student Center Atrium. It is hosted by the JCU chapter of the Catholic Relief Services University Ambassadors, with fair trade goods provided by the Interreligious Task Force on Central America. Items will include handmade gifts, jewelry, scarves, bags, and Equal Exchange coffee, tea, and chocolate.
Location: Student Center Atrium
Time: 11:00-1:00 pm
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Complete the Fall 2021 Service Assessment |
Win some Chipotle!
We need your feedback! It's very important that we hear from you...and you may win some Chipotle! Were you involved in weekly service? Please take 5-8 minutes to complete the survey and let us know about your experience. This information is used to improve the student experience and every voice matters.
Complete the Student Assessment HERE and have the chance to win
one of four $25.00 Chipotle gift cards!
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Nominations are now open for:
Campion, Curtis Miles and Staff Community Service Awards!
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Apply or Nominate for a
2022 Community Service Award!
John Carroll University recognizes and honors individuals who have made a difference in the lives of others through involvement in the community. Click on each award below to learn more about the application and nomination processes and see past winners.
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In the spirit of St. Edmund Campion, the George B. Sweeney Endowed Campion Award for Community Service recognizes one sophomore student and one junior student each year with a demonstrated record of involvement in community service and social action, dedication to a faith tradition and/or spirituality, and strong evidence of leadership potential. Students - apply now!
Application deadline for all awards is Friday, December 3, 2021 by 5:00 pm.
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Don't Miss the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program!
Spring course is registering now
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The VITA program helps low to moderate-income individuals and families prepare their income tax returns without paying fees to professional preparers. The VITA program serves low-wage workers, particularly those in families with children, who may be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Last year, we helped provide families with millions of dollars of refunds.
- Open to all majors!
- No pre-requisites, studying, or exams. Graded pass/fail.
- Preparation is expected to be virtual in 2022 and returns will be completed in a campus classroom.
- 9:00-3:00 pm (with lunch break) software and basic tax training on a Saturday TBD in late January.
- Finished by April 15, 2022.
- Students can prepare their own tax returns using the software.
Register for the appropriate service-learning section based on your class year:
- AC 170/270/370/470 (1 credit)
- AC 173/273/373/473 (0 credit)
For questions or additional information, contact Gerald Weinstein, weinstein@jcu.edu
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Participate in a One-Time Service Opportunity! |
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Market Day at Boulevard Elementary
- Tuesday, December 7 | 12:45 pm - 3:45 pm
- Tuesday, December 7 | 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm
The Cleveland Food Bank provides bulk fruits and vegetables to the Boulevard Elementary community. Beginning at 1:00 pm the team will bag and box the food items to be placed in the trunk of cars. The car drive-through is in the parking lot from 2:30-4:30 pm. Then the boxes are broken down and the remaining food is redistributed. The Market Day program is a way for Boulevard Elementary families and local area families in need to receive healthy food staples in a convenient way. Transportation is provided.
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LEAP Adaptive Basketball
- Wednesday, December 1 | 6:10 pm - 7:50 pm
- Wednesday, December 8 | 6:10 pm - 7:50 pm
Love basketball? Join youth with physical, sensory, or developmental disabilities as they work on the fundamentals of basketball each week. This is a non-competitive program where everybody gets the chance to learn and build skills. Transportation is provided.
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Apply for the JCU Summer in the City Internship Program!
Spend the summer discovering your passion
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Shepherd Internship Applications are OPEN! |
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Want to Help People, Tackle Poverty, and Gain Experience in the Human Service Sector?
The Shepherd Higher Education Consortium on Poverty integrates rigorous academic study and focused direct service with disadvantaged communities and persons. The intent of this program is to prepare students for lives aimed at diminishing poverty and enhancing human capability. The Shepherd Internship Program is an eight-week summer internship program that places students with non-profit and government-funded agencies in a variety of human service sectors throughout the United States.
For more information, email Dr. Philip Metres, Director of the Peace, Justice, and Human Rights program, at pmetres@jcu.edu or call 216-556-1101.
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We are hiring!
Children are looking for great tutors
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Carroll Reads is a federally-funded tutoring program aimed at helping children in elementary grades develop reading skills. If you are looking for a paid federal work-study position, this is a great opportunity to work with children in the community. Tutors are paid $11.00 per hour for tutoring twice/week, approximately 5 hours per week.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting one-on-one tutoring sessions with students using educator-provided materials.
- Building rapport and cultivating enthusiasm with the children.
- Assisting children in developing their reading and writing skills to reach grade-level expectations.
- Weekly documenting and reviewing student data with the Carroll Reads Site Coordinators to gauge the effectiveness of interventions.
- Regularly checking in with Carroll Reads Coordinators and Student Liaisons for continued training and assistance in tutoring.
- Committing to tutoring two days per week, for ten weeks, over the course of the semester.
Fill out an application for Spring 2022 here
JCU students must be eligible for Federal Work-Study to apply. Applications are open NOW!
Are you a current Carroll reads tutor that is looking to recommit for next semester? Click here
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Apply to become a CSSA Student Liaison! |
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We are looking for applicants who embrace the JCU mission of being men and women for and with others! As a CSSA representative, Student Liaisons serve as peer service leaders and van drivers as they facilitate a positive service experience for their fellow JCU students. This paid position allows you to do all this and gain professional experience!
Do you have a good driving record and embrace the JCU mission of being a "man or woman for others?" Do you enjoy participating in service and interacting with other students and the community? You can apply to be a student liaison too! (Federal Work-Study Eligibility is preferred!)
Responsibilities include:
- Participating in the service activity
- Serving as a CSSA ambassador for the community partner
- Transporting students to and from service sites
- Ensuring accurate attendance records
- Providing pertinent information to CSSA staff members
- Attending mandatory training sessions
- Facilitating reflection
(Federal Work-Study Eligibility is preferred.)
If you'd like to read more about the role, Click HERE.
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Insights from Student Engagement |
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Samantha Sitarz '22
Major: Cell & Molecular Biology
Hometown: Northfield, OH
As a result of my Rainbow Connects experience, I have become more open-minded and conscientious of others. I am better at listening to people and being able to understand the importance of connection among individuals. I understand that for people who have been marginalized, it is important to not just use a band-aid solution but to work for and believe in social change. I see the value of diversity and engaging individuals of all races, genders, and beliefs into our society today. Learn why this experience will impact her career plans...here
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Stay informed: Follow Us on Social Media! |
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Get Connected! Stay Informed!
Follow us on social media to get the latest news from CSSA, learn about upcoming opportunities, find ways to stay connected and engaged, read posts by featured students, and learn about all of the great things happening in the Center for Service-Learning and Social Action! We post frequent updates daily, so be sure to stay tuned in!
Connect with us NOW to join the fun!
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Sr. Katherine Feely, SND, Ed.D | Director | kfeely@jcu.edu | 216.397.1966
John Jackson | Assistant Director, Community Partnerships | jnjackson@jcu.edu | 216.397.1662
Caity Grundtisch | Asst. Director, Student Engagement & Community Impact | cgrundtisch@jcu.edu | 216.397.2024
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JCU Center for Service-Learning and Social Action
Administration Building | AD-32
216.397.4698 | (f) 216.397.1661
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