volunteerism

The LEAGUE, a school and web-based system for service learning, is at it again! From now until January 21st, the LEAGUE is encouraging young people to get involved and do good in their communities with their King Day initiative.  Read More »

So I just read someone's blog about how they thought Athletes are true heros, maybe some are but I think this statement can't be further from the truth. Today I actually gave a speech in my public speaking class commemorating someone. Here is a true story of a true hero:  Read More »

I think everyone will agree that my generation knows little about the importance of volunteering. Not because we are inherently lazy and self-centered as a whole, but because it has never been a central issue. Unless you are a member of a sorority or fraternity or are benefiting from a scholarship that requires community service, it never crosses your mind.  Read More »

Chances are, if you're a regular blogger on Progressive U, you have come across several of our volunteer faculty members who work to keep this site and the Blogging For Progress Scholarship up and running smoothly.  Read More »

Have you ever volunteered abroad (or in your own country) and wondered what would happen once you left? Would your message become lost with time? Would the people whose lives you saw change go back to how they once were?  Read More »

I have been spending some time lately trying to figure out what I want to do next with my life. I have one friend in Africa serving in the Peace Corps. He likes it for the most part, and thinks it is something he could see me doing.  Read More »

Recently, I started volunteering at the wildlife rehabilitation center. It’s exciting. Today, I cleaned out the cage of two fawn and gave them more grass. I love deer especially baby deer because they are so awkward when they walk around. These two have the biggest eyes.  Read More »

I have read a few blogs today that seem to question the effectiveness and the usefulness of providing their time, unpaid, to many American not-for-profit organizations. After reading this, I first became a little sad that so much apathy exists in our generation.  Read More »