Volunteer Opportunities

CHHS Research Day

Volunteer to judge research and creative scholarship posters at the College of Health and Human Sciences’ 6th Annual Research Day on Tuesday, March 11! Join alumni and industry partner volunteers to interact with poster presenters and provide your valuable perspective and feedback to our undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Research Day is an engaging day to learn about the many ways the College is working to improve physical, mental, and social health and well-being across the lifespan, for individuals, families, and communities. Judging takes place in the morning in the Lory Student Center. You don’t need to be a graduate of our college, or have particular expertise – just listen, learn, and share your thoughts. Sign up to be a judge. Stay for lunch and keynote presentation (RSVP required), Lightning Talks, and awards. Learn more about the College of Health and Human Sciences. Questions? Contact Tracy Kile Schwartz. We hope to see you there!

Human-Animal Bond in Colorado – HABIC

Founded in 1993, Human-Animal Bond in Colorado (HABIC) is a center in the School of Social Work, part of CSU’s College of Health and Human Sciences. HABIC’s mission is to improve the quality of life for people of all ages through the therapeutic benefits of companion animals, with particular focus in the areas of community outreach, teaching, and research.

If you have a friendly dog and want to make a difference in your community together, HABIC offers a 12-week Therapy Dog Class for new volunteers. The class meets for one hour once a week. The first two classes are entirely online and we learn about dog body language, subtle signs of stress, our training philosophy, and more. For the remaining 10 weeks, we meet in-person at our training center in Fort Collins to practice skills from pre-recorded “homework” videos. Upon successfully completing the class, you and your dog will sign up for a final evaluation to become a certified therapy team with HABIC.

If you have a friendly cat, HABIC’s Therapy Cat Class includes three 45-minute one-on-one sessions. We observe the cat’s behavior in a novel environment, teach your cat body language and cat handling, review important concepts to enable you to advocate for your cat, and complete a temperament test for the cat.

Click here to apply to volunteer with your dog or cat as a HABIC team!

Rams Against Hunger
Rams Against Hunger works to help address financial stress and food insecurity among the CSU community. Services include a food panty, a meal-swipe program, pocket pantries, and in-person assistance with navigating federal aid eligibility.

To get involved, contact Kathryn Conrad at kathryn[email protected].

VAT – Victim Assistance Team 
The Victim Assistance Team (VAT) is a 24/7/365 hotline serving survivors of sexual assault/harassment, relationship violence, stalking, and adult survivors or childhood sexual abuse. Volunteer advocates go through a 45-hour training, then sign up for evening and weekend shifts answering hotline calls. Being a part of VAT is a great way for alumni to stay connected and give back to the CSU community!

Click here for more information and to apply for our fall training!

Rams Against Hunger
Rams Against Hunger works to help address financial stress and food insecurity among the CSU community. Services include a food panty, a meal-swipe program, pocket pantries, and in-person assistance with navigating federal aid eligibility.

To get involved, contact Kathryn Conrad at kathryn[email protected].

CSU Spur Campus
CSU Spur is a new year-round Denver educational destination open to the public for learning and exploration. At CSU Spur, every day brings new experiences that will inspire learners of all ages to the global issues of food, water, and health – and connect youth to career options in these important areas. At CSU Spur, visitors of all ages can learn, see, and do … and volunteers are a key part of bringing Spur to life!

CSU Spur volunteer info

The Alumni Ambassador Program provides meaningful engagement opportunities whereby alumni can give back by volunteering their time to support the CSU Admissions Office recruitment efforts.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/QqHpBzcS24

Examples of Opportunities:

College Fair Support
Join an Admissions Counselor at a college fair near you to help recruit new Rams to CSU! Availability will be dependent upon the Admissions Office recruitment plans.

A great way to connect with fellow alumni across the country is through continued involvement with your local Ram Network alumni chapter!

Examples of Opportunities:

Ram Network Leadership & Planning committee
Serve on your local Ram Networks leadership and planning committee and help create meaningful ways for alumni to engage in your area!

Hosting Ram Network Game Watch Parties
Get together with Ram Fans in your area to cheer on CSU sports!

Organizing Ram Network Rams Give Back Service Projects
Participate in the planning and implementation of CSU’s day of service, and other service projects throughout the year.

Social Media Ambassador
Promote alumni events, share CSU news, and spread the word about alumni accomplishments on the local Ram Network Facebook page!

General Event Volunteer
Help out with various aspects of events hosted by the Ram Networks. For example, planning/logistics, registration and check in, and clean up.

A great way to connect with fellow alumni, current students, and the CSU campus is through involvement with Campus Connection volunteer opportunities. These opportunities have a direct link with campus, are typically located on campus, and provide volunteers with an opportunity to participate in student-centric programming like Rams Leading Rams or greeting students and their families at Ram Welcome Picnic.

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Examples of Opportunities:

Various Student Engagement Opportunities
These programs provide students with the opportunity to establish meaningful connections with alumni by which students and alumni can come together with a variety of backgrounds and professional work (example: Senior Etiquette Dinner).

Ram Welcome Events
Join fellow alumni and Rams fans passing out stickers, buttons and other giveaway items to incoming freshman, transfer students, and their families.

Painting the A
Help out checking in students and staffing a registration booth for the annual Paint the A tradition.

CAM’s Birthday
Help out during CAM’s annual birthday party in Fort Collins or Denver! Volunteers will help staff various family-oriented activities.

Football/Basketball 101
The Football/Basketball 101 programs are designed to help CSU’s international students learn about and connect with the traditions associated with Football and Basketball at CSU. Volunteers will staff registration tables, help students learn about CSU athletics traditions, and join students during a game!

National Western Stock Show
Join fellow alumni and Rams fans passing out stickers, buttons and other giveaway items on CSU Day at National Western Stock Show.

Scholarship Review
Alumni volunteers will have an opportunity to help review scholarship applications for the Jim and Nadine Henry Scholarship, the Denver Metro Scholarship, and the Legacy Scholarship.

United in STEMM
United in STEMM (US) is an initiative to institutionalize support, learn of students’ needs, and aid in the increase of graduation and persistence rates for the over 2,000 undergraduate students of color, regardless of their gender expression or sexual orientation, in STEMM disciplines currently enrolled at CSU.

The Alumni Ambassador Program provides meaningful engagement opportunities whereby alumni can give back by volunteering their time to support the CSU Admissions Office recruitment efforts.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/QqHpBzcS24

Examples of Opportunities:

College Fair Support
Join an Admissions Counselor at a college fair near you to help recruit new Rams to CSU! Availability will be dependent upon the Admissions Office recruitment plans.