Center for Community Engagement
Resources for Community Partners
Center for Community Engagement
- Forms to use with students - Tips for Student Volunteers and Service Hour Log
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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.
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Gulf coast agencies:
https://gulfcoasthub.galaxydigital.com/agency/signup/ - Hattiesburg agencies:
https://unitedwaysems.galaxydigital.com/agency/signup/
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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 Graduate Non-Profit Studies Certificate is an interdisciplinary program which provides students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for work in the non-profit sector. This certificate program is appropriate for current Southern Miss graduate students who wish to pursue careers 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.
- Find future employees
- Test-drive the talent
- Increase productivity
- Enhance perspective
- Take advantage of low-cost labor
- Give back to the community
- Support students
For additional information on recruiting policies and how to post available internships, visit Handshake or CCE's Nonprofit Internships page.
Resources for Community Members
Community Resource Guide
The CCE, in association with the Pinebelt Nonprofit Network, maintains a comprehensive community resource guide for the Hattiesburg area. If you'd like to submit a new resource or update your organization's information, please submit a form.
