Welcome back to those that went on Alternative Spring Break!
Fast fact : Since 1991, UVM ASB has put in over 50,000 service hours. Keep up the good service!
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Beliefs? Values? Meaning?
Want to talk about them?
If you're interested in exploring these topics, and yourself, join in on Build Your Own Beliefs
*Monday nights starting 3/15*
6:30-8PM
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Join the Aspiring White Anti-Racist Allies (AWARA)! Help promote social justice by exploring your racial identity in an open discussion among peers who have a common interest in the issue.
TONIGHT March 17th at 7:30 PM
Allen House living room
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Join peers in discussing the topic of violence towards women, through education and reflection.
The V-Men campaign is an opportunity for men to take an active role in ending violence against women.
March 18th, 2010
8 PM
UVM Davis Center
4th floor Boulder Room
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Summer academic internship opportunity in Washington, DC!
The Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service offers fantastic opportunities and scholarships, as well as the rewarding benefit of making a difference in the nation's capital.
Applications due March 25th
For more information, or to complete your application, visit:
http://www.dcinternships.org/IPVS/about/index.asp
Housing provided.
For more questions, contact ehill@tfas.org
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Newman's Own Foundation awarded Campus Kitchens around the nation, unveiling a $25,000 grant to UVM!  UVM works with the dining halls to salvage food and make nutritious meals for underprivileged community members.Good job, UVM! |
Join a UVM video contest!
Make a 1-4 minute video showing your life at UVM with your friends. Be sure to show a healthy lifestyle, and have fun with it.
Grand Prize of $500
plus more...!
Due March 19th, and check out this link for more info.
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Register for the New England Regional Campus Compact Conference!
How can higher education best prepare students for the 21st century? Join others (faculty, peers, etc) to explore how engaged learning strategies and practices can enhance academic and civic outcomes.
The conference is April 13th-14th. For more information, visit the website.
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Just want to get OUT? (and need a job?)
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Want a paid UVM Conservation Internship this summer??
LANDS (Land Stewardship Program) is based at UVM. Work outside, and feel accomplished working with real conservation issues!
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through March!
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Work where you want, do what you want!
The national park service in Woodstock, Vermont is looking for seasonal park rangers for the months June-August.
Go to the website for more information on the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical park. Housing is provided for the season.
To apply, you need to mail in an up-to-date resume, or fill out an optional federal employment form online.
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Become a fan of the University of Vermont TREK group on facebook (HINT leader recruitment is coming up!!)
INTERESTED in the Peace Corps? UVM is now helping to guide students through the initial steps of applying!
Questions? Comments? Ideas for the next one? Send an email or stop by the Department of Student Life!
The Leadership and Civic Engagement Team
Davis Center 3rd Floor, 656-2060
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Part of the Legacy
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Join the Burlington Legacy Project
Annual Town Meeting
March 18th, 2010
5:00-7:30 PM
City Hall Auditorium, Church Street
The legacy project is a meeting based on the input of many residents of Burlington, with a goal of creating a more sustainable future. Economy, environment, and education are some of the major issues discussed at this meeting. Join in to have a voice!
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Buell Street Garden
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Become a Student Garden Coordinator to facilitate student recruitment and involvement with Buell Street garden, and to work with the overall Garden Coordinator, Helen Dechtiar.
This position will begin on April 1st, 2010 and end on November 1st, 2010.
If you are interested in this position please email Helen at dechtiar@netzero.net or call 802-660-8349 by Friday March 26th to set up an interview.
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Planning...
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PPNNE needs your help! Planned Parenthood of Northern New England needs your help to keep the program going! They are currently recruiting community members and college students to volunteer for a few hours a month.
These volunteer opportunites are varying, including fundraising and social outreach.
If interested, contact Erika Keith
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Moved By Cause
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Take part in a community walk for a cause! The annual Walk MS is looking for volunteers for April 24th, 2010
Check out the event at MSnewengland.org
to volunteer, go to the fourth option on the left-hand side of this website, or e-mail Sandra Baldi
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When the Weather is Fine...
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Looking for a summer job? Enjoy working with kids? Do you want to work away from home?
Maybe you should consider applying for the MountainCamp for the summer of 2010!
Located in North Carolina, this camp focuses on respect, kindness, reaching your potential, and of course, having a ton of fun.
If this sounds like something for you, check out the website and apply at: www.mountaincenters.org/campstaff_applform.pdf
There is a limited number of positions, so apply as soon as possible!!
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Get Your Gears in Motion!
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Get back on your bike and help out the Lund Family Center!
Join the Lund Family Center's Mother's Day Ride Fundraiser
May 9th, 2010
Rice Memorial High School
South Burlington, VT
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Become an intern at the Sierra club near you! Interns are required to work 20 hours a week, possibly varying.
This is a volunteer position, with a $600 stipend to cover transportation.
Send a letter, including your qualifications and interests, as well as a resume and a writing sample to:
Sierra Magazine
Attn: Intern Manager
85 Second St., 2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105
Fax: 415-977-5794
sierra.internships@sierraclub.org
Be yourself, but do some research!
Applicants should indicate which internship period they prefer.
Deadline is March 31!
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Are you interested in making an impact on a student's life? Do you enjoy the feeling you get when you help someone understand something?
 Teach for America is a program that allows every student the opportunity to get an education, no boundaries.
No previous education experience is necessary for this position, and all majors are welcome!
Full salary and benefits.
Apply now! Contact Kristen with questions!
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Leadership and Civic Engagement Programs
Department of Student Life
Email and Website
802 656 2060
Dudley H. Davis Center 310
Burlington, VT 05405
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