There are some awesome programs at the YMCA and they would love for you to get involved. For more information about anything you can call 612-676-7700, email them at www.umn.edu/u-ymca or stop by their building on the corner of 18th and University in the big white YMCA building. There is always something going on at the U-Y so if you just pop in somebody will be around and would love to answer any questions you might have. All of the programs are a great opportunity to work with some really cool people, strengthen your leadership skills, and build your resume so stop in today!
Youth ProgramsY-Buddies: Mentoring program that offers college students the memorable experience of being important in the life of a child and gives youth grades 3 - 8 positive role models in their life for friendship and fun. Y Buddies pairs college mentors with youth and asks that they meet with their Little Buddies weekly at a time that is most convenient to them. Time can be spent doing things as simple as reading a book together, working on homework, playing a game, or other activities, such as visiting museums or going to sporting events, Activities do not have to cost money, and mentors are provided with no- or low-cost activity ideas and the v-staff also plan a monthly fun large group event that gives you the chance to meet other college students. The program allows you to make a difference in the life of a child, develop leadership skills, make new friends, re-live the fun of childhood through large-group activities, explore personal growth, and gain experience for your resume
We also have weekly seminars that begin this upcoming Tuesday 10/16 6;30-8:00 OR Wednesday 10/17 4:30-6;00. The first week will be a basic information session so if you are at all interested in joining you should grab your friends and come on over, we will have fun games and prizes like always and would love to see you there. For more information contact :
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Y Tutors: Helps to provide academic support to youth (K-3) by tutoring and mentoring students and facilitating educational activities in a classroom setting or after school. Share your knowledge and achievements while gaining firsthand experience in urban schools and neighborhoods. Meet weekly with other university students to actively engage in social and academic issues and receive training. All majors are welcome. Volunteers and students with work study will find meaningful work in this program.
Y Tutors promotes academic and personal growth through the following programs:
- America Reads is a work study program for tutors
- Hand in Hand pairs college students with English language learners (ELL)
- MUSE focuses on the arts and private music instruction
Y-Scholars: A program that works with middle-school and high-school aged youth in the Minneapolis area. In an after school setting we provide the students opportunities to learn more about life after high-school, including daily activities, field trips, and the first hand knowledge we as scholars bring to the table. As a mentor, you are asked to share your experiences as a successful college student and to serve as a role model for youth with whom you are matched. If you'd like any more information, feel free to email us at
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Travel and Service Learning:Immersion/ Environmental Backpacking:
Immersion offers weekend as well as 7- to 14-day urban and wilderness immersion experiences over winter, spring and summer breaks. Groups travel to destinations across the U.S. and around the world to look at specific social justice problems and environmental issues and find out what's being done about them on a grassroots level. Groups also meet for seminars before and after the trip, offering you a chance to explore the meaning of social justice in your own life. Join us for a trip of social change and self-discovery! Possible Trip Topics:
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| | Racism | Immigration Issues | | GLBT Issues | Gender Issues
| Housing
| Literacy
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All honors students are invited to get involved with UHSA by joining a committee. Please email uhsa@umn.edu for more information or to join a committee. There are three main committees to choose from:
Academic Affairs: The Academic Affairs committee creates events that have more to do with academic enrichment. This year they have put on a Milk and Cookies Meet and Greet that brought Honors professors and students together in a relaxed environment to talk and get to know one another. They work on making the space between students and the Honors professors smaller and to lessen the stress of school work with fun events that can still apply to school!
Community Service: The Volunteer committee finds worthwhile volunteer opportunities that can make a difference to our community and the lives of all involved. They find organizations to work with, set up dates, and participate in all of the events. People Serving People has been a reoccurring volunteer opportunity this year. (The next date is on Sunday, January 31 from 12:45-3:15 and sign up is on a first come basis)
Social Affairs: The Social Affairs committee plans and executes social events for Honors students. So far this year they have organized the Welcome Picnic at MBH, the Ice Cream Social at MBH. For events like these, they have to buy food, utensils, reserve the space, find a date that works with other events that may be going on in campus, etc. |
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