Caroline Maltese - Matthew Loughran - Ally Fritsch - Drew Kleinmann - Delaney Burns Sam Heaton - Maya Williams - Jacob Fritsch - Kara Daggett - Evan Schneeberger

Maggie Rahill - Thomas Flatley - Lilian Lebednick - Jake Darby - Madison Deemer Kathryn Duarte - Erin Ahern - Megan Fair - Izzy Tolin

Open Doors Academy provides support to our kids and families from kindergarten grade through life. Our mission is to protect, inspire, nurture, and challenge youth to reach their full potential. We believe that our summer camp programming provides experiential based learning, exploration, academic fun, and access to opportunities that our scholars may not otherwise receive.

During camp, scholars will have the opportunity to socialize, sharpen their math and literacy skills, and receive social emotional support as they prepare for school in the fall. Scholars will engage in a variety of traditional camp activities such as arts and crafts, sports, STEM, field trips, and hands-on learning.

ODA will rely on JCU students to supervise, engage, and manage scholars during camp hours. Duties may in include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise scholars (no more than a group of 9)

• Lead/assist in camp activities

• Provide behavior management

• Provide mentorship to scholar

• Engage scholars in personal and academic development

• Support with pick-up/drop-off, breakfast, and lunch time duties

ODA anticipates that JCU students can expect to spend as many as ten hours a day, and up to 36 hours a week on this project.

Students will be hired from May 24 - August 5 for the position.

Camp will be in-person in the Cleveland Heights area.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply on Handshake here.

Questions? Contact service@jcu.edu

Rainbow Connects is a program at the new University Hospitals Rainbow Center for Women and Children that links patients and families to resources to address needs related to the social determinants of health such as: food insecurity; utility assistance; clothing; furniture; baby supplies etc. Rainbow Connects hosts two full time employees and relies heavily on volunteers. Volunteers screen patients and families for resource needs, direct them to helpful community resources to address those needs, and when possible, follow-up with screened participants to see if they were able to access resources or have additional needs. Volunteers work with each family to select 1-2 resources that are seen as a priority.

Please note that this is a YEAR-LONG service commitment for the entire 2021-2022 academic year.

Apply here!

Applications are due by Wednesday, May 5th to be considered for interviews.

If you have any questions, please contact John Jackson (jnjackson@jcu.edu).

We are lookling 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!)

Click HERE for the application!

If you'd like to read more about the role, Click HERE.

Questions? Contact CSSA at service@jcu.edu

Join us June 15-18, 2021 for the virtual 2021 Migration Justice Summit presented by the Ignatian Solidarity Network! This is a great opportunity to learn more about migration and be a better advocate!

This interactive summit will invite participants to connect with fellow students, hear from people impacted by the issues and experts in the field, develop organizing skills, and plan for action during the school year. Each day will include reflection, interactive sessions, policy education, and skill building for organizing.

The summit will take place virtually, and there will be events from 12-5pm ET each day from June 15-18.

If you are interested in attending, please contact CSSA (service@jcu.edu) so that we can sponsor your registration!

Are you interested in attending the 2021 Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) IN PERSON? We are looking to gauge the interest of JCU students for attending the conference in person this coming Fall 2021 semester.

The in-person portion of IFTJ would be from November 6-8, 2021 in Washington, D.C. There is also a virtual component included in the in-person package that takes place on October 16.

Please click here to complete a short form if you'd be interested in attending IFTJ in person in the fall of 2021 with other JCU students!

Questions? Please email Mark Grabowski (mgrabowski20@jcu.edu). Learn more about IFTJ here.

Camp Ozanam, a free residential camping program for children who wouldn’t otherwise be able to attend camp, is seeking strong, passionate servant leaders for our 2021 summer staff!

After remaining closed in 2020, Camp Ozanam is opening with limited capacity and under COVID-19 guidelines that keep camper and staff health and safety a top priority (more info on that here). If you’re looking for a summer job that promises fulfillment, adventure, and connections with other service- and justice-oriented young adults, consider applying to be part of the team this year! Staff members must be 17 or older and available from June 23-Aug. 7, 2021.

Apply now or learn more about Camp Ozanam here.

Please reach out to Julia Hohner '15, Director of Camp Services, with questions or interest at jhohner@svdpdetroit.org or by calling 313-393-2871.

Volunteers serve as teachers in Red Cloud Schools for 1-3 years while living in intentional communities of 6-9 other volunteers. No previous teaching experience required, but only an adventurous spirit and willingness to learn and to work interculturally. Volunteers practice simple living and have ample opportunities for faith development, including community spirituality nights, days of reflection, and retreats. Learn more here.

Volunteers receive room and board, a monthly stipend, health insurance, and access to a shared vehicle. Contact Volunteer Coordinator Ryen Dwyer, SJ at volunteer@redcloudschool.org or by calling 312-522-2567 if you are interested or have questions.

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 and Social Action! We post frequent updates daily, so be sure to stay tuned in!

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Our #MyMagisMessage for the week comes from Emily Slusarz, a first year Biochemistry and Cell & Molecular Biology major from Brook Park, OH! Emily has served with St. Martin de Porres After School Credit Recovery!

I want to give people a reason to smile, even on days where it may be hard.

Before John Carroll, I was incredibly involved in service. Every week I spent my time volunteering somewhere, whether that was at school or in the community. However, when the pandemic hit, I found it incredibly hard to get involved in service again. I struggled to do the things I loved, and I found it hard to be motivated to do anything for myself, let alone others.

When I joined CSSA, I was able to fall in love with service again. It is something I look forward to every week. Because of this, I find myself feeling happier and more content. The fact that I get to help others each and every week is a dream, and something I was unsure that I would ever find myself doing again. The students at St. Martin de Porres are all so kind, and I have learned so much from them, probably more than they have ever learned from me. Being able to work with such a diversity of kids has given me a different perspective on life.

I am so excited to continue my service experience throughout my next three years at John Carroll. Service here has helped me mentally grow into a person I love, and I can see myself growing and striving even further. I am so thankful for CSSA and for the opportunities I was given. I cannot wait to see what my next chapter is going to be!