Student Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities for Psychology Students
The Mt. Pleasant area offers a number of volunteer opportunities for psychology students. Volunteering offers a chance to help others, explore your interests, gain valuable educational or job related experience, grow as a person, and increase your competitiveness as a job applicant. Moreover, some graduate program admissions committees consider volunteer experience when evaluating applications. Opportunities are available to work with all age groups. Examples include the following:
| Adult Literacy Tutor | Friendly Visitor for Seniors |
| After School Tutor | Big Brother Big Sister |
| Crisis Intervention | After School Mentoring Program |
| Crisis Phone Line Worker | Peer Advocate for Healthy Living |
The primary resource for students interested in volunteering is The Volunteer Center at CMU. The Volunteer Center compiles a comprehensive list of area volunteer opportunities so that students can find a match for their interests and skills. Sign up on line and search for opportunities that appeal to you at www.stulife.cmich.edu/volunteer/ or visit them on campus at the following address:
The Volunteer Center
Bovee University Center 107
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859
Telephone ─ (989) 774-7685
Email ─ volunteer.center@mail.cmich.edu
Many students find a placement by contacting the following agencies directly:
The Volunteer Center of Isabella County
402 S. University Ave.
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone (989) 772-6194
United Way of Isabella County
402 S. University Ave.
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone (989) 773-9863
Listening Ear (a crisis line)
107 E. Illinois
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone (989) 772-2918