Resources for Community Partners

• Forms to use with students - Tips for Student Volunteers and Service Hour Log

• If you are looking for volunteers, please use the Get Connected database to create a profile and post opportunities. Volunteers can sign up for opportunities directly through this service. 

  • Request to post a volunteer opportunity:
    https://usmforms.formstack.com/forms/service 
  • Create a profile or access your account (Gulf coast agencies): 
    https://gulfcoasthub.galaxydigital.com/agency/signup/ 

• • Create a profile or access your account (Hattiesburg agencies): 
    https://unitedwaysems.galaxydigital.com/agency/signup/ 

Service-Learning 

Service-learning is a form of education that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities (Learn and Serve America National Service-Learning Clearinghouse). Service-learning is similar to other forms of education, such as internships, in that it is hands-on, student-centered, and directly applicable to the curriculum. However, service learning is distinguished by its reciprocal and balanced emphasis on both student learning and the needs of the community. 

Read more about how to develop a quality service-learning project. 

Non-Profit Studies 

The Non-Profit Studies minor is an interdisciplinary program that teaches skills necessary to work in the nonprofit sector, which includes charities, government agencies and non-governmental organizations that provide important support services, perform educational outreach, or advocate for various charitable or social causes. The Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Studies  is appropriate for current Southern Miss graduate students who wish to pursue career in the nonprofit sector as well as individuals with a baccalaureate degree who are currently employed in or wish to transition to the nonprofit sector and need additional or specialized training.

Internships

If your organization has difficulty finding volunteers or could use a few extra hands, redefining volunteer opportunities by establishing an intern program can serve as a practical solution. For additional information on recruiting policies and how to post available internships, visit Handshake or CCE's Nonprofit Internships page. 

• Find future employees
• Test-drive the talent
• Increase productivity
• Enhance perspective
• Take advantage of low-cost labor
• Give back to the community
• Support students

 

 Resources for Community Members

• Campus Facility Rates
• Campus Map Overview
• Visitor Parking  
• Pine Belt Nonprofit Network