Keeping YOU Connected to Community News
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TU Serves! is produced weekly to provide Tulane students, staff, faculty, friends, and alumni information relevant to being involved and living in the New Orleans area. Messages posted on this list will include upcoming events such as service/leadership opportunities, special campus events, and community events. Although this listserv is primarily for the Tulane community and our community partner agencies, all are welcome here.
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Outreach Tulane: Sandy Edition
Bringing Service Home
March 25th- March 29th
New York & New Jersey
Going home for Spring Break?
Volunteer with us this March to aid Hurricane Sandy relief. Work side by side with your Tulane friends and alumni. Your family and friends are welcome to join! We will be in four locations in the northeast working on day-long service projects, so spread the word! Participation is free for volunteers and lunch is provided. You must provide your own transportation on the day We can't wait to see you there! Outreach Tulane: Sandy Edition is a unique Alternative Break opportunity! Do not miss this chance to make a difference in your own community this spring Break. For more information find us on Facebook!
March 25: Small Water, Rockaways, Queens
March 26-27: Habitat for Humanity, Bergen County, NJ
March 28: New York CIty Parks Department, Manhattan
March 29: All Hands, Long Island
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Stand Up for Kids
Education Awareness Week
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Darkness To Light: Training Session
Sunday, March 10th
2:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Dinwiddie 102
Darkness to Light is a training session brought to Tulane by the New Orleans Child Advocacy Center. Learn the 7 simple steps to protect children from sexual abuse. Discover ways to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly. Lunch is provided. To RSVP email Jolia Raymond.
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"The Weight of the Nation for Kids 01: The Great Cafeteria Takeover"
Monday, March 11th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Freeman Auditorium
Experience the inspiring story of The Rethinkers from Kids Rethink New Orleans Schools. This HBO Documentary follows students on their quest to provide fresh and locally grown produce at least twice a week in all 37 Recovery School District cafeterias. A catered reception will follow the screening, during which time the Rethinkers will be available for a "talk back"!
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Poverty in Our Community: Voices from the Field
Tuesday, March 12th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
1834 Club
Economists and community leaders come to together to discuss the impacts of poverty on every aspectof a person's life. Speakers include Dr. Petrice Sams-Abiodun, Executive Director of the Lindy Boggs National Center for Community Literacy at Loyola University, James Kelly, Executive Director of Covenant House and Dr. Janet Johnson, Moderator. A reception will follow the panel.
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Collaboration in Public Education Panel
Thursday, March 14th
6:30 pm- 8:30 pm
Qatar Ballroom
The New Orleans Kids Partnership brings together community members, organizations, students, and families to help the youth and children of New Orleans reach their full potential. CPS and the Cowen Institute invite you for dinner and a panel discussion with NOKP about their efforts, progress, and opportunities throughout the city. For more information contact Isabelle Notter!
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Community Connections
The Red Umbrella Black HIV/Aids Awareness Second-Line is this Saturday,
March 9th beginning at 11 am in Congo Square.
Newcomb College Institute is hosting a Lunch with Paula Meyer, Friends of Ngong Road on Monday, March 11th. RSVP Today!
The Tulane Green Club is accepting applications for Divest Tulane, an initiative to divest Tulane's endowments from fossil fuel companies. Apply Today!
Join Dr. Calvin Mackie for an inspiring conversation about "Realizing Your Potential: Setting the Path for Your Future" on Monday, March 11th in the Qatar Ballroom at 6:00 pm.
Paul Tough will present on "The Hidden Power of Character" as the guest speaker for the 2013 Newcomb-Tulane College Lecture. Do not miss this event on Monday, March 11th at 6:00 pm in Dixon Hall!
Join the Tulane University Marching Band for the 1st Annual TUMBarama on Wednesday, March 13th at 7:00 pm at the Devlin Fieldhouse.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs is accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant until March 13th. Learn More!
On April 1st President Cowen alongside Tulane faculty and staff will be participating in the third annual Day of Service, geared specifically to those professionally involved with Tulane. Register by March 15th!
The American Society for Public Administration is in need of volunteers for their annual conference March 15-19th. Learn More!
The Princeton Review is hosting their annual President's Lunch for student organization presidents at Superior Grill. For more information email Tiffany Bozant!
The New Orleans Sacred Music Festival is in need of volunteers on March 16th! Register Today!
Volunteers are needed at Cocktails for a Cause on March 21st from 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm at The Rusty Nail. If you are interested please email Laura!
The Housing Outreach Ministry is in need of volunteers for social media support. If interested please contact Lisa Larry at 504-340-3429.
Spanish-speaking Banneker Elementary student seeks a bi-lingual tutor. If interested, please call 504-862-8332 or email Dr. Courtney Baker.
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"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
- Margaret Mead
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| Tibet Uprising Day | 
1780 Prytania Street
Sunday, March 10th
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Join Tibet On Fire and the Dalai Lama Outreach Volunteer Team in a celebration of Tibetan Culture! This event will kick-off with a prayer-flag infused Second-Line. Music, Food, and Fun will follow! This event is in need of volunteers. If you are interested email Tibet on Fire!
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Grants, Awards, & Scholarships
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Awards for All students
The Community Involvement Awards,
awarded by CACTUS, commend outstanding students, student organizations, service-learning courses, and community partners that have positively impacted New Orleans communities.
Awards for Undergraduate Students
For more information please visit the CPS Website! Apply Today!
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Public Health Threats in Suriname
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June 3rd- July 19th
This summer Tulane is offering an amazing summer field course opportunity with both academic and experiential components. Get hands on public health experience in Suriname! Earn credits while completing your 2nd tier of public service! Learn More! For more information email Geraldine Bachar!
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| Project Pitch In 2.0 | |
Saturday, March 9th
Bruff Quad
11 am - 2 pm
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We all are members of the uptown community. This is an opportunity to go into the neighborhoods that Tulane actually touch to do service and get to know those individuals. All students that sign up in advance will get a free t-shirt. Lunch will also be provided. Register Today!
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