In addition to the benefits listed earlier, students benefit from the income they receive and they can schedule their work around class times. Promoting volunteerism and linking SMSU volunteers with community service agencies are the primary objectives of the Campus Volunteer Center. The CVC is operated by the Student Employment Service. It is a clearinghouse for interested students and faculty to discover how they can become active participants in their community. A wide range of volunteer opportunities exist, from education, the environment, human needs, to the arts.
Potential volunteers can select opportunities that match their personal skills and interests.
Groups, such as IDS classes and Greek organizations, can find volunteer opportunities through CVC as well. Many groups and individuals from SMSU have already found that, through volunteering, they fill unmet needs within their community. In the process, they are finding tremendous personal satisfaction. In addition to the benefits described early in this brochure, CVC's flexibility lets volunteers determine the extent of their volunteer work. In addition to the SMSU offices described here, there are several other ways in which students can become involved in the community.