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| Next year will you qualify for: |
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| Have you participated in a CCASL program(s): Yes No - If yes, which program(s) |
List all commitments you anticipate having next year: |
Extra-curricular: write in, leader or participant, hours committed per week
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Leadership: write in, hours committed per week
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Jobs: write in, leader or participant, hours committed per week
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Please answer the following questions in no more than 250 words. |
Summarize your previous volunteer/leadership experience.
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Why do you want to be a leader in this program?
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How do you stay organized and set priorities? Please describe a time when you’ve had to handle event logistics.
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What is your previous experience in coordinating/leading an event and working as part of a team?
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Please describe your experience and level of comfort leading other students.
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In your experience, how do faith and justice inform one another? How does faith inform your approach to service?
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Please select which program you are applying for: |
April's Angels
One weekend each April, the Gonzaga student body and Spokane community join with Community non-profits such as Rebuilding Together for a one-day volunteer project to rehabilitate, renovate, and aid our local Logan Neighborhood and its community members.
Please indicate which position(s) you would like to be considered for: |
| Coordinator: Conduct the weekly April's Angels meetings as well as meet weekly with CCASL staff. Acts as a liaison to the outside community leading up to the project and for volunteers on the day of service. |
| Small Groups & Fundraising Manager In charge of the selection process, training, and management of small group leaders. Responsible for fundraising events, preferably one each semester. Must assign and oversee tasks to each member of the committee and volunteers. |
| Marketing Manager: Develop public relations strategies for project including creation of fliers, posters, sign-ups, t-shirts, etc. Maintain communication liaison to GU and Spokane community. |
| Logistics Coordinator: responsible for determination of site, scheduling, and detailed logistics for event date. |
Faith and Justice Series
The Faith & Justice Series provides a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff to engage in open dialogue about pertinent social justice issues and encourages civic action in the community. This monthly series of speakers, lectures, and multimedia presentations is led by a team of 4 students working collaboratively with staff in CCASL and UMIN.
Please indicate which position(s) you would like to be considered for: |
| Program Coordinators (3): Coordinate with CCASL & UMIN staff to develop themes and topics for the year. Coordinate heavily with incoming speakers – manage booking, travel arrangements, housing & meals, and all other aspects of each event. Assist Marketing Coordinator with the development of event-specific marketing and PR materials to be distributed on campus. |
| Marketing Coordinator: Develop public relations strategies for project including creation of fliers, posters, sign-ups, t-shirts, etc. Collaborate with faculty, student organizations, and departments to connect their interests with Faith and Justice Programming. |
| Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Campus Ambassador: In addition to program coordinator responsibilities, advises the committee on CRS resources to enhance programming for each event. The CRS Ambassador holds responsibilities outside of the Faith and Justice Series. For more information, please contact Jeff Brogan at brogan@gonzaga.edu. Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community. |
GUSR (Gonzaga University Specialized Recreation)
GUSR provides creative programming for adults with developmental disabilities. Programs include: Special Olympics, seasonal parties, fundraisers, two semester plays, and Way of the Heart retreat. Way of the Heart is a two day retreat on Gonzaga’s campus where participants and volunteers enjoy a weekend of activities such as viewing a GU basketball game, scavenger hunt, crafts and playing sports.
This program is run by 4 dedication undergraduate students and 1 graduate student. Each of the undergrad positions is a volunteer leadership position that is expected to complete at least 10 hours per week. The Head coordinator will be expected to serve an average of 12 hours per week, with at least 4 office hours in CCASL.
Please indicate which position(s) you would like to be considered for: |
| GUSR Coordinator: This position provides guidance and assists with all aspects of the GUSR program, conducts weekly program meetings, meets regularly with CCASL staff and GUSR Graduate student, develops program curriculum, ensures that files are maintained, and communicates with all stakeholders related to GUSR, including students, participants, community organizations, and caregivers. |
| Play Manager: This position is responsible for the development of a script, casting, volunteer recruitment, marketing, and other duties related to the twice annual GUSR play. |
| Special Activities Manager: This position is responsible for the planning, marketing, recruitment, and execution of GUSR special events, include parties, open-house events, the Annual Way of the Heart Retreat, and Disability Awareness Week. |
| Sports Manager: This position is responsible for the development and coordination of GUSR's two athletics programs, Bowling in the Fall, and Basketball in the spring. This position will work closely with Special Olympics of Washington and will be responsible for ensuring that participants are eligible for participation, recruitment of volunteers, management of practices, and other related duties. |
Homeless Outreach
Homeless Outreach is a program at Gonzaga that strives to provide opportunities for students that would like to aid the Spokane community in dignifying, uplifting, de-marginalizing, and connecting with the homeless population. This mission is not effectively pursued by donating goods and time at institutions that provide services to the homeless, but with conscious, humble, selfless interactions that work to humanize and honor the homeless population as equal members of the human community. This program seeks to raise awareness about what it means to be homeless and how every person can help without creating a stigma of shame.
This program is led by 3 student volunteers, who should each expect to serve an average of 6 hours per week, which will fluctuate depending on special events. |
| Homeless Outreach Coordinator: This position conducts weekly program meetings and meets weekly with CCASL staff supervisor. Acts as a point of contact for organizations in the community, and oversees the Special Events and Ongoing Service Manger positions. |
| Special Events Manager: This position is responsible for the planning and coordination of the annual “Food for Thought” dinner, held each fall as a part of Spokane’s Homelessness and Hunger Awareness Week, as well as the development and creation of an annual special event to raise awareness of homelessness on campus during the spring semester, including marketing, recruitment of volunteers, and day-of management. |
| Ongoing Service Manager: This position manages the weekly, ongoing service programming that Homeless Outreach provides to the local community. This will include the marketing, recruitment, and selection of volunteers, as well as communication with a service site and development of learning outcomes in conjunction with CCASL staff. |
Senior Citizen Outreach (ZESST)
ZESST seeks to build relationships between Gonzaga students and the residents at the assisted living home Maplewood Gardens in the Logan Neighborhood. The goal of the program is to increase the amount of activities and events offered at Maplewood while providing an opportunity for Gonzaga students to interact with the elderly community in Spokane.
ZESST is led by three student volunteers, who should each expect to serve an average of 6 hours per week, which will fluctuate depending on special events.
Please indicate which position(s) you would like to be considered for: |
| ZESST Coordinator: This position conducts weekly program meetings and meets weekly with CCASL staff supervisor. Additionally, this position acts as a point of contact for organizations in the community, and oversees the Special Events and Activity Manager positions. This position will coordinate marketing and volunteer recruitment efforts on campus in conjunction with CCASL staff. |
| Activity Manager: This position is responsible for developing weekly crafts and activities for the program. This position will coordinate with CCASL staff regarding procurement of supplies and will be responsible for maintaining inventory. Additionally, this person will connect with staff at Maplewood Gardens regarding the development of new programming. |
| Special Events Manager: This position is responsible for the development of 2 – 3 special events per semester, to be held in addition to weekly programming already happening at Maplewood. This will require coordination with external partners, marketing to students, and day-of project management. |
If selected as a leader for this program do you agree to attend: |
| Yes No - Student Engagement Retreat - a two day retreat just prior to New Student Orientation in August (will require early return to campus) |
| Yes No - CCASL Retreat |
| Yes No - CCASL BBQ (first week of classes) |
| Yes No - Weekly meetings |
| Yes No - Monthly leadership training and development meetings |
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| If you would like to turn in a resume for review, please submit it to bergj@gonzaga.edu within 1 hour of your application submission. |
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