Volunteer Opportunities

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The CSU Alumni Association provides meaningful volunteer opportunities for alumni to support and stay connected to the University.

Explore the categorized involvement opportunities below and then click on the VOLUNTEER button to complete your Volunteer Interest Form, letting us know which areas you’re most interested in and where you’re located. We’ll get back to you with meaningful volunteer experiences tailored to your interest area!

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Stay tuned for more opportunities coming soon!

Fort Collins Volunteer Opportunities

Spring 2024 Grad Fest
Work with the CSU Alumni Association to welcome graduating seniors into the Michael and Iris Smith Alumni Center to pick up their regalia and to be involved with other fun activities to celebrate their achievements. Volunteers will assist with helping students find their caps and gowns, connecting with a Ram Network after graduation, helping with a photo booth, and more! Stay tuned for registration info!


College of Health and Human Sciences Research Day Judge
Volunteer to judge research and creative scholarship posters at the College of Health and Human Sciences’ 5th Annual Research Day on Tuesday, March 5! 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 a terrific time 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 CHHS, or have particular expertise – just listen, learn, and share your thoughts.

Click here to sign up to be a judge.
RSVP to stay for lunch, the keynote presentation, Lightening Talks, and awards.
Learn more about the College of Health and Human Sciences.


Temple Grandin Equine Center
The Temple Grandin Equine Center in Fort Collins is expanding services and looking for some new volunteers to help host adaptive riding sessions. If you are interested in volunteering, contact tgec.lisa@gmail.com or (425) 628-4513.


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!

Denver Volunteer Opportunities

Temple Grandin Equine Center
The Temple Grandin Equine Center (TGEC) located at the National Western Complex offers Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in Denver. The TGEC Denver facility at the National Western Complex is a satellite facility of Colorado State University’s main EAS programming at CSU Foothills Campus in Fort Collins. The TGEC Denver facility is  located in the CSU Animal Health Complex at CSU Spur campus.

Temple Grandin Equine Center volunteer info


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

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Ram Networks

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.

Campus Connection

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.

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.

Alumni Ambassador Program

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.

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.

RAMS Events
Joins the Admissions team at admitted student events around the country. Volunteer your time to help with event logistics or serve on a speaking panel!

Explore CSU Day
Help recruit new Rams during Admissions’ largest visit day of the year. This on-campus opportunity has many different options for volunteer work!

Help Students In Need

One in four students at CSU is considered low-income. These students are often just one unexpected expense away from dropping out. From a medical emergency to a vehicle repair to unplanned child care expenses, the ability for the University to support students can mean the difference between them graduating or dropping out to make ends meet. Your gift to the Ram Aid fund helps to ensure those most vulnerable can receive immediate support at a time when they are least able to pay.

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