Community Engagement
Nearly all UMR students engage in the Rochester community. Many students engage through volunteer opportunities.
Ways to Support COVID-19 Efforts
Rochester Based Locations
Catholic Charities
The Sheridan Story
Lutheran Social Services
United Way of Olmsted County
Channel One
Family Service Rochester
Non-Rochester Based Location
Interfaith Outreach - Plymouth, MN
The Open Door - Eagan, Apple Valley
PRISM - Golden Valley
House of Charity - Minneapolis
Open Arms - Minneapolis
There are many agencies looking for assistance, find one that aligns with your passion!
Resources to Help Connect You to Your Community
- Attend the UMR Involvement Fair during the first week of classes in the fall.
- The United Way of Olmsted County offers a volunteer search feature that can help connect you to local needs.
- You can also search using Volunteer Match.
- Watch for opportunities in the Raptor Report student e-newsletter.
- Consider joining a Club. UMR student clubs often participate in volunteer and service opportunities in Rochester.
- Take Community Collaboratory - CLI 2522, This course extends the student learning experience into the Rochester community, partnering with local organizations to analyze and approach community needs.
- Activate your GoldPASS powered by Handshake Account. GoldPASS powered by Handshake is the University of Minnesota's professional job, internship, and volunteer database connecting students and alumni with employment opportunities throughout the world. GoldPASS powered by Handshake is available to students and alumni from all 5 campuses (Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester and Twin CIties).
Examples of Past UMR Student Experiences
Organization |
Role |
Direct, Indirect, and Bereavement Care |
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Family Access Center Volunteer |
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Administrative Support Volunteer |
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Mentor |
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Childcare Volunteer |
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Volunteer |
|
Volunteer |
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Pediatric Volunteer, Hospice Center, Gift Shop, |
|
Observer |
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BLAST Staff |
|
Volunteer |
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Housewarmer |
|
Volunteer |
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Mental Health Volunteer |
|
Volunteer |
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Activity Planner |
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Volunteer with an Occupational Therapist |
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Volunteer |
|
Volunteer |
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Volunteer |
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Volunteer |
* Indicates it is within walking distance of UMR