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United Way Student Committee

United Way

The United Way Student Committee provides a great opportunity for students to experience civic responsibility first-hand and gain a greater sense of connection to the College community. The student committee will play a key leadership role in the execution of on-campus fundraising activities to benefit the United Way. Weekly team meetings provide opportunities for development and growth related to event planning, community development and teambuilding!

Volunteer Requirements

  • Be a part-time or full-time registered student at Conestoga College
  • Positive Ambassador of Conestoga College
  • Energy, will and enthusiasm to create positive change
  • Be available to attend weekly or bi-weekly meetings when possible and to attend fundraising events when possible
  • Possess or have a desire to build strong communication and teamwork skills

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Meet weekly or bi-weekly for an hour to 1.5 hour each week from September through to the beginning of November
  • Attend a two-hour orientation training to the committee, taking place after regular class hours
  • Participate in the brainstorming, organization, promotion and execution of approximately three United Way fundraisers during the span of October 13 through November 1, 2011
  • Participate in the organization and support on the day of the event for the College's United Way Kick-off launch on Wednesday October 13, 2011

Opportunities for Growth and Development

  • Strengthen oral communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
  • Gain event planning, promotion and organizational experience
  • Opportunity to network on campus with other students, staff and community organizations
  • Deepen self-awareness and build self-confidence
  • Participate in a variety of team activities

To recognize and thank our Orientation Leaders, we provide them with:

  • Thank you letter and Certificate of Recognition by Conestoga College's Student Life Department
  • Certificate of Recognition by the United Way serving Kitchener-Waterloo
  • Invitation to the Student Life Department's year-end Recognition event

Download the United Way Student Committee Form (pdf) to join.