This semester I got a better idea of how I can serve even throughout the circumstances that we, the world, has had to face within the past year. Even though it has been challenging it makes me much more aware of the need of servant leaders. I have been able to use what I learned…
This semester, I chose to once again visit Zooniverse for virtual volunteering. Instead of choosing service in my field, however, I decided to branch out into the field of science. The project Notes from Nature – Invertebrate Time Machine transcribes older marine invertebrate labels into a database that consolidates the information for research. As a…
I have officially volunteered at Southern Pines Animal Shelter for 4 semesters now. This semester I did something a little different: I invited my best friend to volunteer with me. My friend and I were both certified as Cat Care Providers, so we spent our Wednesday mornings this year in the Cat Cottage. Southern Pines…
I’ve always been a Mississippi girl, and I’ve always been proud of that statement. I grew up running around the piney woods, playing in the beautiful parks, lakes, and creeks that our state has given us. I rode bikes in different campgrounds and public spaces with my cousins, which is some of the best memories…
Over this past year, many students such as myself, and even professionals have felt the many effects as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Knowing this, I have made it my duty to do what I possibly could to ease the burden felt by students to make sure they could continue to excel in their…
Well, here we are again. Another remote semester has been completed for The University of Southern Mississippi students and I could not be happier about it. This last year of remote learning has been full of trials and tribulations, but I feel as if it has shown a lot of the resilience we share as…
Since my high school days, I have loved to educate individuals with the knowledge I am blessed to have. During the pandemic, it can be frustrating to try and volunteer but I am thankful there was a way. Over this semester, I have tutored 5 children ranging from 1st-5th grade. Each child had their own…
I am currently in my second semester of nursing school here at Southern Miss, and I loving every minute of it! It has already been such a rewarding experience, and I feel like even as a student, I have been able to help so many different patients with their care. Over the past 2 years,…
by Kristen Bush In the spring of this year, I began volunteering at Brookdale Senior Living. Each Friday at 3:00, I go to play Bingo with a group of the residents, and then at 4:00, I sing for them while they enjoy refreshments. I frequently sing old hymns, and many of the residents enjoy singing…
Some students take the opportunity to participate in an extended service trip with the CCE at Southern Miss. This senior scholar traveled to Shaw, MS, during spring break and learned that sometimes by helping others we gain insights into our own lives.
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