Volunteer at Cafe 458!

November 12th

Volunteer with the Office of Civic Engagement at Cafe 458. The event will be from 9am to 12pm as a part of Hunger and Homelessness Week. Register with Alison Smith (404 874 8001 ext. 1120). Sign Up on http://www.eventbrite.com/event/9110191829

You Can Still Apply for Panther Breakaway!

 If you still would like to apply for a Panther Breakaway trip, come by the Office of Civic Engagement (428/429 UC) and submit an application soon! If you’re applying for an OCE Panther Breakaway scholarship, the forms are due this Friday. If you need a copy of the application, email jbodnar@gsu.edu.

 

"Dessert, Diversity, and Dialogue!"

November 7th, 2013

Have a treat while you meet students from diverse backgrounds, discuss the solutions to Atlanta's social ills, learn more about the Interfaith Challenge, and build with your brothers and sisters of different faiths! The Interfaith Coffee Hour will take place from 3:15 to 4PM in 428 in the University Center (OCE Office). We hope to see you there!

 

Food for Your Thoughts Lunch-n-Learn: URBAN ECOLOGY/Sustainability

 November 5th, 2013

Want to learn more about organizing community environmental projects and campaigns? Join OCE, the National Wildlife Federation, Sierra Club, Sustainable Energy Tribe at Georgia State University, and GSU professor Dr. Michael Black for a lunch and learn NEXT TUESDAY  at 12 p.m. @ Dahlberg Hall.... 

GET ENGAGED.LEAD.TAKE ACTION. 

Brought to you by the Office of Civic Engagement with support from the Sustainable Energy Tribe. Lunch provided.

Hunger and Homelessness Week in November!

November 11th-16th

Get ready to serve on Hunger and Homelessness Week with the Office of Civic Engagement. This week is dedicated to making a difference to people experiencing homelessness and hunger in our community. Look at the flyer below to find out more information about how you can get involved.

"Dessert, Diversity, & Dialogue" Interfaith Coffee Hour

November 7th, 2013

Have a treat while you meet students from diverse backgrounds, discuss the solutions to Atlanta's social ills, learn more about the Interfaith Challenge, and build with your brothers and sisters of different faiths! The Interfaith Coffee Hour will take place from 3:15 to 4PM in 428 in the University Center (OCE Office). We hope to see you there! Sign up on https://www.eventbrite.com/event/8209750585

 

Trick-Or-Treat Health Fest with Greek Life

 October 29th, 2013

OCE has partnered with Greek Life to co-sponsor the annual Trick-or-Treat Fest on October 29 from 3-5pm in Greek Housing. Georgia State will provide 150 inner city kids with a safe space for this favorite pastime. The festivities will include a haunted house, face painting, games, and candy, with a focus on healthy living. We hope you’ll be a part of this great community service event for the kids!

 

Join Food for Your Thoughts Lunch-n-Learn: URBAN ECOLOGY!

 November 5th, 2013

Join students form different faith and non-religious backgrounds for a panel discussion on environmental sustainability featuring nonprofit, community, and student leaders. Truly Living Well and other nonprofit agencies and thought leaders will lead this discussion.

Lunch is provided and the Lunch-n-Learn will be from 12-1:15PM. Meet at Dahlberg Hall in Veteran's Memorial and sign up on https://www.eventbrite.com/event/8209810765.

Volunteer Tomorrow at Covenant House!

Volunteer on Make A Difference Day with the Office  of Civic Engagement from 12-3P.M at Covenant House! Join us in helping to prepare and serve a lunch for homeless youth! Sign up on https://maddcovhouse.eventbrite.com/ and appear at 1559 Johnson Road 

Atlanta, GA 30318.

 

AIDS Walk Atlanta!

The Fun We've Had So Far!

You Still Have a Chance to Volunteer for Panther Breakaway!

Still want to go on a Panther Breakaway trip? It’s not too

late to apply. Stop by 428/429 University Center or email jbodnar@gsu.edu for an application!

Feed the Homeless: Service Project

 Oct. 22th!

Meet us at the new Office of Civic Engagement in University Center 428 at 8:30 am and we'll make our way down to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church together to begin serving a hot meal to the homeless at the soup kitchen from 9 am - 12:30 pm. So come on down and do your part to support the community!

Sign up on EventBrite

https://www.eventbrite.com/event/8425399597

Stand Up 4 Kids Service Project

November 4th

Volunteer at Stand Up 4 Kids from 10-12P.M. with the Office of Civic Engagement! Stand Up 4 Kids is an organization that provides a safe haven for Atlanta's homeless youth and street kids. Do your part and sign up on https://www.eventbrite.com/event/8209517889.

Meet us at 428 University Center at 10:00 a.m.!!

Make A Difference Day at Covenant House

Oct. 26th

Volunteer on Make A Difference Day with the Office  of Civic Engagement from 12-3P.M at Covenant House! Join us in helping to prepare and serve a lunch for homeless youth! Sign up on https://maddcovhouse.eventbrite.com/ and appear at 1559 Johnson Road 

Atlanta, GA 30318.

Ms. Waller's Entire GSU 1010 Volunteered at Gateway Center!

Look at Ms. Waller's entire GSU 1010 class helping out at Gateway Center. We had a great time volunteering and working with Beck!

Yo Boulevard Community Cleanup!

If you're interested in cleaning up your community, join the Office of Civic Engagement this Saturday from 9am-1pm in the parking lot of Fort Street United Methodist Church (562 Boulevard NE 30308). The cleanup focuses on the Boulevard corridor North of Freedom Parkway. Volunteers get special limited edition YoBoulevard t-shirts, lunch and giveaways!

Atlanta AIDS 5K Walk/Run

October 20th,

Come participate in the Atlanta AIDS 5K Walk/Run from 7am-4pm at Piedmont Park. Help to find the cure and treat AIDS by joining the largest AIDS-related fundraising events in the Southeastern United States! Let's beat our goal of $940,000 from the 2012 campaign.

Engage in the "Dessert, Diversity, and Dialogue" Interfaith Coffee Hour!

October 17th, 2013

Interfaith Coffee Hour gives GSU students a chance to actively participate in the pressing issues facing society today. Have a treat in 428 University Center from 3:15-4P.M. while you meet students form diverse backgrounds, discuss the solutions to Atlanta's social ills!

Homecoming Golf Cart Parade Oct. 10th!

Come on down to the Homecoming Golf Cart Parade Oct. 10th, in front of Sparks Hall! The Office of Civic Engagement will be out there representing our office and celebrating GSU Homecoming!