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Off Campus Work Study & Enrichment Program

Explore our innovative Off-Campus Work-Study and Enrichment Program, designed to empower students while simultaneously benefiting our local community. Led by Lacy Knipper, Assistant Director of Student Activities, and Liza Johnson, Associate Director of Career Services, this program provides work opportunities at non-profit organizations, enhancing students' career skills and financial literacy. Join us in creating partnerships that foster professional development, meaningful community service, and a lasting impact on both students and organizations alike.

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Off Campus Work Study & Enrichment Program

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  1. Off Campus Work Study & Enrichment Program Lacy Knipper- Assistant Director of Student Activities Liza Johnson- Associate Director of Career Services

  2. Quote Walk Stand by the quote that speaks to you!

  3. Community Service Work Study Funds • Share with a neighbor: • How is your institution currently using funds for community service? • How are you targeting your students? • How are you placing your students? • Share with the group: • What ideas are out there?

  4. What did we do? • Students eligible for work study are able to work at off campus non-profit organizations • Students participate in career development enrichment series

  5. Why did we do it? • Financial resources available through work-study for community service • This is a “win-win” for students, campus, and community!

  6. Student “Wins” • Financial Literacy • Professional connections beyond campus • Networking • Earning $ • Paid internship opportunity • Professional Development Series • Resume Builder • Skill Development

  7. Video Clip • http://www.youtube.com/offcampusworkstudy

  8. Campus“Wins” • Great way to utilize Work Study funds • Provides and opportunity for Student Engagement • UD is making an impact in the community • Creates partnerships with organizations • Public Relations – Gets our name out! • Fulfilling UD’s Mission: “Zeal for life-long learning and service” Students understanding the important of service

  9. Community “Wins” • Non-profits are connected with regularly scheduled volunteers • Quality of volunteers – Applying their education, fresh ideas • Potential candidates for open positions • Free marketing & presence on campus

  10. Potential Applications • Jot down a few notes: • How might a program like this look on your campus? • What ideas do you have for expanding/modifying this program?

  11. How did we do it? • Off Campus Partners • American Red Cross • Humane Society • Mississippi River Museum • Professional Health Clinic • Elementary/Middle Schools • Introduce Program • Agreement • Matter Creative Center • Multicultural Family Center • Dubuque Rescue Mission • After School Programs

  12. How did we do it? (cont’d) • Student Hiring Process • Application • Interview • Matching • Student contacts the organization • Meeting? • Expectations • Scheduling

  13. How did we do it? (cont’d) • Management – “Off” and “On” Campus • Timecard authorization for off campus supervisor • Monthly co-supervisor check-ins • Monthly on campus student check-ins

  14. How did we do it? (cont’d) • Enrichment Series • Goal: To provide students with career and skill development • Meet once per month • Provide Reflections/ Discussion • Topics include: Resume & Cover letter building, LinkedIn, Self-Assessment, Interview Success, and career building

  15. Questions?

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