Volunteer Match

If you are looking to further your volunteer experience, whether it be to satisfy the honors certificate program, gain experience for personal statements, or simply for recreational purposes, you can find many opportunities in the link below. Volunteer Match allows users to find local volunteer opportunities in education, helping the homeless, and various other fields.

Let us know how it works out for you!

Help out with annual Youth Hockey Tournament!

When - February 13-16, 2015

Where - Escondido Ice-plex

555 N Tulip St, Escondido, CA 92025

From the California State Games:

"The California State Games is looking for volunteers over Presidents Day Weekend to assist with various aspects of their Annual Hockey Tournament. Event will take place at all 4 rinks in San Diego (La Mesa, Mira Mesa, Carlsbad, Escondido). Duties include checking in teams, reporting scores, organizing players and teams during Opening Ceremonies, and handing out medals to the winning teams. The Cal State Games Hockey Tournament offers a fun enviornment, great hockey action, and lots of smiling faces throughout the weekend."

Seeds Greenbag Series: Lunch & Learn Days at SDSU/UCSD

This February, the Mesa College SEEDS Program Coordinators will work with high school SEEDS liaisons consisting of science teachers and guidance counselors at Mission Bay High, Madison High, and Clairemont High. Each high school will select 20 seniors (and potential Mesa SEEDS Scholars) to join us for a Greenbag Series at San Diego State University and UC San Diego. 

Friday, February 20th at SDSU: 

Here's what the SEEDS Coordinators and Mesa College Honors volunteers will do- 

-Arrive at 8am and go on a mock tour with the SDSU Greenbag Coordinator, Thelma Chavez (Center for the Advancement of Students in Academia);

-Welcome approximately 60 high school students at 8:45am (location, map, parking permit will be provided);

-Lead a group of 10 high school students on specific tours (see attachments);

-Lead the groups back to Scripps Cottage for lunch (Panera box lunch will be provided);

-Help students get back on their buses at 12:30-12:45.

-Wrap up at 1:00

SEEDS SDSU Visit Agenda

This would be an incredible opportunity for Mesa Honors students to become familiar with various Biochemistry/ International Business / Geography faculty, Environmental Science & Sustainability programs, and facilities at SDSU this Friday. It’s not only a chance to network, but also a leadership opportunity that stands out on resumes, CVs, and college applications.  

Additionally, UCSD will be hosting another Green Bag Lunch on Friday, February 27th. 

If you are interested in volunteering at either of these events please contact professor Leticia Lopez at llopez@sdccd.edu.

SDSU Leadership Summit

This spring semester San Diego State University will be hosting their 6th annual "SDSU Leadership Summit". A leadership conference for surrounding colleges to attend. The theme will be "Leadership starts here". There will be keynote speakers, and workshops to help build and enhance leadership skills including networking and public speaking. The attire for the event is business casual, which means no tank tops, shorts or jeans. Lastly, lunch will be provided on the day of the event.

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2015

Registration Fee: 30$ + processing fee

Lunch will be provided. Anyone who is interested in attending the conference, please follow the link below and register as soon as possible.

* The Mesa Honors Club will gladly reimburse the registration and processing fee of any Honors Student that provides proof of attendance. If you would like to attend the conference but need assistance paying for the cost up front, please email Honors Club President Pedro A. Cruz at pedrocruzis@hotmail.com. All students intending to be reimbursed should also contact Pedro A. Cruz at least 1 week prior to the leadership conference.

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Needs Volunteers

The AFT needs volunteers (preferably those with an interest in the important issue of adjunct faculty rights (their teaching conditions are *your* learning conditions!) to sit at a table and hand out info the week of February 23rd, Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:00am and 2:00pm. It will be a learning experience as well as an opportunity to fill out your Honors Completion Form!

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email honors program coordinators at mhonors@sdccd.edu.

Montgomery Waller Park Clean-Up

When - Tuesday, February 24, 2015 from 9:00am-12:00pm

Where - Montgomery Waller Park

3020 Coronado Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154

From the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department:

"Trimming, Removing Debris, Loading Debris in Large Dumpster. We will provide everyone with gloves and tools."

Click below for more details.

Calling All Dog Lovers! Volunteer for San Diego K9 Cancer Walk

When - March 01, 2015 from 9:00am-1:00pm

Where - 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA 92106

From the Morris Animal Foundation:

"Come Spend a day in the Park with Fellow Dog Lovers! By volunteering you are joining the cause to fight cancer which ends the lives of more dogs than other diseases. Over 6 million new dog cancer diagnoses are made each year. Our K9 Cancer Walk series gives dog lovers everywhere a way to fight back, and help our canine best friends live longer, healthier, cancer free lives. This year, our goal is to raise $75,000 to advance canine cancer health studies. We expect over 600 participants, along with their pups . Please contact Laura at events@morrisanimalfoundation.org for more information. We can't wait to hear from you! Click here for more information about Morris Animal Foundation ."

San Diego Half Marathon Friday Volunteer

When - March 06-08, 2015

Where - Broadway Pier

1000 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

From the Organizers:

"The 2015 San Diego Half Marathon & 5K is seeking over 1,000 energetic, dedicated race crew members to volunteer for event weekend: March 6, 7 and 8, 2015!

Note: You can register to volunteer for as many shifts as you desire on the expo and/or race day as long as the shifts do not overlap.  No experience is required. Race crew training is available and details are below. While we do recommend you attend the training, attendance is optional."

Kick Colon Cancer's Butt - San Diego Undy Run/Walk

When - March 07, 2015 from 7:00am-10:30am

Where - Mission Bay Park-De Anza Cove

2750 North Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

From the Colon Cancer Alliance:

"Want to volunteer at a unique event and help raise awareness about a serious, but very preventable, disease?

The Undy Run/Walk is coming to your city and we need your help ! Created by the Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA), the Undy Run/Walk is a family-friendly 5K run/walk that is unique because participants are encouraged to run in their boxers to bring attention to the area affected by colon cancer."

Ruffin Canyon Environmental Project

When - Saturday, March 07, 2015 from 9:00am-12:00pm

Where - 3200 Ruffin Road

Park:Taft Middle School Parking Lot or 9200 Shawn Ave, (park on street & meet at gate) San Diego, CA 92123

From the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department:

"Ruffin Canyon is Serra Mesa’s natural open space. With more than 84 acres, it extends from the south end of Ruffin Road to Mission Valley. Volunteer Activities include non-native plant removal, planting native plants (depending on time to year), trash pickup and trail maintenance."

Click below for more details.

Volunteer at the Cherry Blossom Festival!

When - March 07-08 2015

Where - Japanese Friendship Garden

2215 Pan American Rd, San Diego, CA 92101

From the organizer:

"Sign up to volunteer for one or both of days of Japanese Friendship Garden's 2015 Cherry Blossom Festival! Due to popular demand, the festival will be held for two days this year: Saturday, March 7th from 10am to 4pm and Sunday, March 8th from 11am 3 pm If you are signing up a group of people, please sign up EACH PERSON BY NAME for their actual shift time."

10th Annual Pacific Coast Undergraduate Mathematics Conference

Registration Deadline - Friday, March 06, 2015

When - Saturday, March 14, 2015

Where - California Lutheran University

The Pacific Coast Undergraduate Mathematics Conference is another opportunity to present at a research conference if you have done any research in mathematics. The 10th Annual Pacific Coast Undergraduate Mathematics Conference will be held on Saturday, March 14th at California Lutheran University. This conference is for students who are majoring in or are interested in Mathematics. Registration ends this Friday, March 6th and there is no cost for presenters or attendees. For more information follow the link below.

Mesa Research Conference

Application Deadline - March 26, 2015

When - May 08, 2015 at 9:00am-11:00am & 12:00pm-2:00pm

Where - Mesa College

Have you done research within the past year or are you in the process of completing a research based project? This is your chance to showcase it and get feedback from experienced professionals in the field. Mesa is looking for research done in all disciplines from fine arts to sciences.

A word from the organizers:

"San Diego Mesa College will offer its First Annual Research Symposium featuring undergraduate research on Friday, May 8, 2015. All participants will be asked to give poster presentations of their research projects, however the format may vary for department-specific symposia. Awards will be given to the best research presentation in each of the three major divisions: Descriptive, Analytical, and Experimental. All students are offered advice on how to represent their work in poster format -- please contact Dr. Shahrokh Parvini at sparvini@sdccd.edu to make an appointment."

Click below for more details including deadlines and presentation guidelines.

SEEDS Scholar Program Video Festival

The SEEDS Scholars Program is providing an opportunity for Mesa College and local high school students to receive recognition and win scholarships. We ask for you to share this opportunity with your fellow students.

What?

Teams will create short YouTube videos that educate viewers about one of SEEDS’ themes and at least one alternative that could improve society, in respect to the theme. $1000 in scholarship prize money. Awards issued in High School and College divisions.

What are the Themes?

Global Food Security

Hunger

Sustainability

Who?

Students from San Diego Mesa College, Clairemont High School, Mission Bay High School and Madison High Schools.  NOTE: cash awards are restricted to current and future Mesa students.

When?

Videos must be posted to YouTube by April 1st. Team rosters should be submitted by March 18th. We hope that you will share this opportunity with your fellow students.

More:

To sign up or get more information go to: http://sdmesa.edu/students/academic/seeds/innovation/

What is SEEDS?

The “SEEDS” Scholars Program (STEM Engagement for the Enrichment of Diverse Students) is designed to increase the number of Hispanic students pursuing future graduate degrees by providing a firm foundation of advanced knowledge and skills in STEM-related fields (science, technology, engineering, math), beginning in the first two years of college. SEEDS is funded by a USDA-NIFA Hispanic Serving Institution grant. The project provides a range of supports to students, including a $40,000 scholarship.  

The SEEDS Video Contest is sponsored by the Mesa Foundation.

For more information on other SEEDS scholarship opportunities, click below.

Honors Research Symposium at Stanford

Want to present your Honors research at Stanford University? Now is your chance!

The Bay Honors Consortium and Stanford University are inviting community college Honors Students to present their original research at the 8th Annual Honors Research Symposium on Saturday, May 2nd, 2015. Student research in a wide array of disciplines will be exhibited, along with campus tours and dynamic entertainment scheduled for the day.

Details and proposal submissions are availabe on the website. This an opportunity too good to pass up, sign up today!