TODAY @ 4:30 PM: Transforming a Community through Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation - Wishcamper 133

The School of Social Work and the Office of Community-Based Learning are co-sponsoring a talk TODAY, featuring Pam Dorr, a nonprofit and small business leader from Greensboro, Alabama. According to Assistant Professor of Social Work Paula Gerstenblatt, Ms. Dorr's work is of interest to many disciplines including social work, business, public affairs, art, community planning, education, etc., and demonstrates the possibility of social entrepreneurship across disciplines.

What: "Transforming a Community Through Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation" with Pam Dorr
When: Mon., November 25, 4:30-6:00pm
Where: Wishcamper 133 (Portland)

~Open to the all~

For more information, including a bio, videos and articles on Ms. Dorr, visit:
http://usm.maine.edu/cbl/transforming-community-through-social-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-pam-dorr-talks-about?width=600px&height=400px&inline=true#colorbox-inline-1459002847

We look forward to seeing you! Please share widely.

Best,

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Craig DeForest
Program Manager of Service-Learning
Office of Community-Based Learning
University of Southern Maine
PO Box 9300
Portland, ME 04104-9300

P: (207) 228-8284
F: (207) 228-8403

Guerilla Poster Session: Student Urban Water Service-Learning Projects

Please join us:

Friday, December 6, 2013
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Wishcamper Atrium (Portland)

Students from five courses across several disciplines have spent the Fall 2013 semester engaging in service-learning projects that address water quality issues in the Casco Bay region. This culminating showcase is an opportunity for students, faculty, community partners and the public to gather and learn about the results of these urban water service-learning projects.

Participating Courses:
CHY 233 - Analytical Chemistry (Benedict)
ESP 280 - Research and Analytical Methods (Wilson)
ESP 305 - Community Planning (Sanford)
HON 310 - Honors Global Ethical Inquiry: Nine Billion People, One Damp Rock (Artz)
SWO 365 - Examining Oppression and Valuing Diversity (Kohli)

This event is sponsored by the Office of Community-Based Learning through a sub-grant from Northern New England Campus Compact and the Environmental Protection Agency's Environmental Education Sub-Grants Program.

School of Social Work and OCBL Hosts Guest Speaker Pam Dorr - 11/25

The School of Social Work and the Office of Community-Based Learning are co-sponsoring a talk next Monday, November 25, featuring Pam Dorr, a nonprofit and small business leader from Greensboro, Alabama. According to Assistant Professor of Social Work Paula Gerstenblatt, Ms. Dorr's work is of interest to many disciplines including social work, business, public affairs, art, community planning, education, etc., and demonstrates the possibility of social entrepreneurship across disciplines.

What: "Transforming a Community Through Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation" with Pam Dorr
When: Mon., November 25, 4:30-6:00pm
Where: Wishcamper 133 (Portland)

~Open to the all~

For more information, including a bio, videos and articles on Ms. Dorr, visit:
http://usm.maine.edu/cbl/transforming-community-through-social-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-pam-dorr-talks-about?width=600px&height=400px&inline=true#colorbox-inline-1459002847

We look forward to seeing you! Please share widely.

Best,

--
Craig DeForest
Program Manager of Service-Learning
Office of Community-Based Learning
University of Southern Maine
PO Box 9300
Portland, ME 04104-9300

P: (207) 228-8284
F: (207) 228-8403

Husky Harvest: International Food Festival

Husky Harvest: International Food Festival
Taste the Difference: See the Similarities

Thursday November 21, 10 am-2 pm
USM Woodbury Campus Center, Portland
Free and open to the public!

The Husky Harvest is less than two weeks away and here is an update on some of the specific events and vendors that are going to be a part of this wonderful exchange of culture.

Students from Dr. Tracy Michaud Stutzman's ANT 233 Food and Culture class and members of USM's international community, including the Asian American Association and Multicultural Student Association will be sharing recipes potluck-style on a first-come, first-serve basis. Asian, Mexican, Greek, and Indian, and Native American cuisine are just a few of the ethnic cuisines represented. These recipes have been compiled in a cookbook which you can purchase at the event. At the end of sampling all these tasty treats, you can vote for your favorite dish!

Along with student recipes, the Confucius Institute will be doing a live cooking demonstration making traditional Chinese dumplings. They will also be sharing traditional Chinese music and attire with attendees. Chef Brian Grossman from Luis's Arepera & Grill in Saco will be doing a live cooking demonstration on how to make fresh Italian pasta. We also have Greek and Cambodian dancers coming to share some traditional dances and the Muslim Student Association doing henna art. Along with these delicious dishes and live entertainment, local Portland vendors including Southern Maine Hillel, Coffee By Design, Greek Community, and ARAMARK will be present to hand out samples and sell goods.

Please share this information with your fellow colleagues and students and come join in the international harvest fun while we foster a respect for diversity and create positive connections between cultures! We look forward to seeing you on the 21st!

New Community Service Opportunities! Sign up Today!

Read the highlighted community service opportunities below, or see our webpage for a more comprehensive listing: http://www.usm.maine.edu/cbl/community-volunteering


FEATURED COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is looking for energetic volunteers who can help out in their new headquarters in Portland during regular business hours. If you're considering a career in the nonprofit realm, in outdoor recreation, tourism, city planning, event planning, or education, gain experience working with a nonprofit that covers all those bases!

The coalition staff needs help with various administrative tasks and outdoor/biking projects that support its mission and wide array of programs. They would welcome a group of regular volunteers who can lend a hand! The Bicycle Coalition will be holding an information session about ways to get involved at its headquarters (34 Preble Street, Portland) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 2:00-4:00 pm. Please contact their Volunteer Coordinator Liz Hall (liz@bikemaine.org or 623-4511) to RSVP to the info session or with any questions.

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LearningWorks is seeking individuals to serve as members of the LearningWorks-AmeriCorps AIMS HIGH program. AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages Americans of all ages and backgrounds in solving community problems. Members will complete 300 hours of service over the course of a year. Receive a $100 bonus, and after completing the 300 hours receive an education award of $1,175 to be put toward future school or qualified student loan debt. Members will be part of a very exciting school turnaround initiative in Maine; supporting student achievement at Riverton or East End Community School alongside 31 other members. Apply your energy, ideals, and skills toward helping others while meeting critical needs in your community. Please send a resume and references to the Assistant Director of the LearningWorks-AmeriCorps AIMS HIGH program, Lynne Davis at ldavis@learningworks.me with the subject title "Minimum-Time Member Position."

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Deering High School Study Center is a safe, supportive environment open to all students (grades 9-12) in need of structured academic support. The students that utilize the center are in danger of not graduating due to failing grades and suffer from generational poverty with no academic safety nets. Volunteers are needed to tutor primarily reading and math (basic, algebra I, II, and geometry). The time commitment is one hour, once or twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for 2:15-3:15, beginning November 5th. Contact: Pam Bessey at bessep@portlandschools.org or Tina Mikkeleson at mikket@portlandschools.org.

Will Do One Minute of Volunteering Per Response

Greetings,

 

I'm hoping you can help me in return for some volunteering. I am collecting data regarding what factors influence USM students' involvement in the USM Counseling Center.

 

This survey is only for current USM students who have not already completed this survey. I am a senior Social Work major, and thought this would be a great way to gather some insightful information. Your input is valued and would be greatly appreciated. This survey is confidential and will take less than three minutes to complete.

 

For every response I receive prior to Nov. 10th, I will volunteer a minute of my time to a cause listed on this listserv. 

 

Here is a link to your personal survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DPD3GS8 
 
Thanks for your participation!!

All the best,

Wayne "Colby" Williams