Official X account for the Office of Community Engagement at @uofsouthalabama in Mobile, AL. We support community volunteerism & service learning efforts.
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ALT Graphic with the text "Volunteer Spotlight" and "Meet our Student Volunteer of the Month" that tells readers to swipe to hear about Ahsha Gray's volunteer experience. An image of Ahsha is included. She's wearing a "South Strong Together" t-shirt.
ALT Graphic reads: Volunteer Experience. Why Volunteer? “Helping the kids with their homework and being a mentor brings me so much joy! I am grateful for this volunteer opportunity because the kids always brighten my day. Volunteering at Dumas Wesley helps me gain knowledge and experience working with children.”
ALT Graphic with the text "Volunteer Spotlight" and "Meet our Faculty Volunteer of the Month" that tells readers to swipe to hear about Dr. Martin Frank's volunteer experience. An image of Dr. Frank providing a STEM demonstration to two young students is included.
![Graphic reads: Volunteer Experience. Why Volunteer? “I like to share my skills with the community beyond the University. I believe Dumas Wesley is making a difference in the community.... The kids [there] have taught me that creativity, interest, and the joy of learning can be found everywhere...” Graphic also includes a QR code linking to the Dumas Wesley Community Center profile in South Serves.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Gd-0MkgX0AA9fZV.jpg?name=orig)
ALT Graphic reads: Volunteer Experience. Why Volunteer? “I like to share my skills with the community beyond the University. I believe Dumas Wesley is making a difference in the community.... The kids [there] have taught me that creativity, interest, and the joy of learning can be found everywhere...” Graphic also includes a QR code linking to the Dumas Wesley Community Center profile in South Serves.
ALT Pictured is a USA student performing an experiment for three middle school students. Everyone is wearing safety goggles and in front of them there is foam and vapor spilling from a large flask with light blue liquid in it.
ALT Pictured are two smiling USA student volunteers, standing together with “J’s up”.
ALT Pictured are three smiling USA student volunteers, all of whom are wearing safety goggles. There is a poster of the periodic table in the background.
ALT Pictured are two smiling USA student volunteers, sitting behind the event registration table. On the table are sign-in sheets and name badges.
ALT Graphic features Volunteer of the Month, Ayanna Davis, who is recognized for her outstanding contributions in support of Little Sisters of the Poor.
ALT Image reads: Why volunteer? “Getting involved within the community by volunteering not only helps out the people you are volunteering for, but it makes you feel good as well. You build connections and gain a sense of fulfillment from the work you are doing for your community.”
![Image reads: Where to volunteer? “[I volunteer] at the Little Sisters of the Poor retirement home whenever I can. I love that I was able to build a relationship with the staff and residents. I became a familiar face and helping hand to both.” Image also includes a QR code linking to the Little Sisters of the Poor volunteer needs in South Serves.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GcMjjdtX0AAXaO0.jpg?name=orig)
ALT Image reads: Where to volunteer? “[I volunteer] at the Little Sisters of the Poor retirement home whenever I can. I love that I was able to build a relationship with the staff and residents. I became a familiar face and helping hand to both.” Image also includes a QR code linking to the Little Sisters of the Poor volunteer needs in South Serves.
ALT Graphic reads: Nov. 7, 2024 – First Gen Darty & Campus Resource Fair, 10 AM to 12 PM, Student Center Mall; 11 AM to 1 PM, Student Center 1st Floor Lobby; Digital Branding Workshop with Kavell Brown from LinkedIn, 6 PM to 7 PM, Shelby Hall Room 2119; Nov. 8, 2024 – Trailblazer Luncheon, 12 PM to 1:30 PM, Student Center Ballroom, RSVP Required. Included is a QR Code for more information and to RSVP, as well as the First-Generation College Celebration logo.
ALT Image features two representative from Special Needs Athletes Programs (SNAP). They are standing behind a table covered with program information. Between them is a sign that reads: Special Needs Doing Special Things - Bowling League where everyone wins, Mardi Gras, Grand-slam Birthdays, Halloween Costume Party, Christmas with Santa, and Special Olympics Event.
ALT Image features two students standing to the left of the AltaPointe Health table. Sitting behind the table are three agency representatives. Everyone is smiling at the camera and dressed in fun Halloween-wear. Candy and giveaways cover the tabletop.
ALT Image features two students standing to the right of The Arc Gateway table. Standing behind the table is an agency representative. Everyone is smiling at the camera. Candy and giveaways cover the tabletop.
ALT Image features three USA Study Abroad representatives. They are sitting behind a table covered with program information. Everyone is smiling at the camera and dressed in fun Halloween-wear.
ALT Image reads: Volunteer for GEMS, a fun event for students in middle school to explore science, technology, engineering, and math. Scan the QR code for more information and to sign up on South Serves. USA campus, various locations. Saturday, November 16th, shifts available between 7 AM to 2 PM. Graphic includes the GEMS logo and a QR code, as well as STEM-related icons around the border.
ALT Graphic reads: JagServe! Community Volunteer, Internship & Career Fair; October 31, 2024; 11 AM to 2 PM; Student Center Ballroom. Engage with community causes that matter to you and start building skills through volunteerism and internships. RSVP and view participating organizations on Handshake. Included is a QR code for Handshake. The background of the graphic is a Mobile cityscape. The logos included are for the USA Offices of Academic Enhancement, Career Development and Community Engagement.
ALT Two University of South Alabama staff members are sitting behind a table covered with pillowcases and art supplies. Both are smiling for the camera and look to be in the middle of decorating pillowcases.
ALT Two University of South Alabama staff members are smiling for the camera and holding up a pillowcase with the word "hope" painted on it.
ALT Sixteen staff members from the Registrar's Office are grouped together, each person holding up the pillowcase they decorated. Some of the pillowcases read: You Are Loved, Never Surrender Never Give Up, Courage, There is No force more Powerful than a Woman determined to Rise, and Be the Reason Someone Smiles Today.
ALT Graphic reads: JagServe! Community Volunteer, Internship & Career Fair; October 31, 2024; 11 AM to 2 PM; Student Center Ballroom. Engage with community causes that matter to you and start building skills through volunteerism and internships. RSVP and view participating organizations on Handshake. Included is a QR code for Handshake. The background of the graphic is a Mobile cityscape. The logos included are for the USA Offices of Academic Enhancement, Career Development and Community Engagement.
ALT Pictured is a smiling student holding a painted rock that reads: You Are Enough.
ALT Pictured are three students holding their painted rocks at the Belonging Rocks event. They are smiling and showing off their colorful, creative designs.
ALT Pictured is a smiling student holding a painted rock that says: Grow.
ALT Pictured are two hands holding a colorfully painted rock that reads: Don't let anyone dull your SPARKLE.
ALT Graphic features Volunteer of the Month, Jaida Franklin, who is recognized for her outstanding contributions in support of Goodwill Gulf Coast.
ALT Image reads: Why volunteer? “Volunteering in the community can be very rewarding for both the volunteer and person receiving the service. I would encourage everyone to get involved and volunteer so that they can become more knowledgeable about opportunities and programs. Volunteering affords the chance to build positive relationships in the community while helping others. Often, those receiving services are very appreciative and grateful for being connected to a valuable resource.”
ALT Image reads: Where to volunteer? “Currently, I volunteer at Goodwill Gulf Coast three times a week. I plan to continue volunteering throughout the remainder of this year. I have helped in supporting their Autism clinic, work training, GED, and Kaleidoscope programs.” Image also includes a QR code linking to the Goodwill Gulf Coast volunteer needs in South Serves.
ALT Flyer reads: Ways to Support Disaster Relief for Hurricane Helene. It includes a QR code that directs viewers to a web page that provides information about how people can contribute after a disaster, different options for donating and volunteering.
ALT Text reads: "Looking for volunteer opportunities? Swipe to see what’s coming up". Includes image of an arrow pointing to the right. Also includes a photo of volunteers who have been working outside, as well a drawing of raised hands in the lower right corner. Four of the hands are simple outlines and one is filled in with jaguar print.
ALT Image reads: "Visit South Serves to learn more about: Community Cleanups: Sep. 21 - Alabama Coastal Cleanup; Holiday Fun: Oct. 19 - Halloween at the Museum, Nov. 27 - Serving at Thanksgiving Eve Celebration; Events for Better Health: Sep. 21 - GO Run 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, Nov. 2 - Mobile Heart Walk, Nov. 9 - South Alabama Walk to Defeat ALS; Arts & Culture Activities: Sep. 21 - Documenting Africatown Cemetery, Oct. 5 - Alabama Archaeology Day; southserves.southalabama.edu"
ALT A smiling University of South Alabama student holds up a box of letters received for the Jaguar 2028 Welcome Letter Campaign. On the wall behind her are pictures of students volunteering and the words "engage" and "serve".
ALT Three University of South Alabama students are sitting around a table covered in items for assembling the freshmen welcome letter packets. The students are smiling and holding up welcome letters.
ALT A smiling University of South Alabama student holds up completed letters that will soon be heading out to the freshman class. The student is sitting down and on her lap is a box of letters needing to be folded as part of the packet assembly process.
ALT A collection of the welcome letters received are on display and arranged in the shape of a "J" to represent the South Alabama Jaguars.
ALT Three University of South Alabama students are posing with welcome letters they have created for incoming freshmen and transfer students, and it's J's up all around.
ALT A member of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity is pictured holding up a welcome letter for incoming freshmen and transfer students.
ALT A member of Zeta Phi Beta sorority is preparing welcome letters for incoming freshmen and transfer students. She's holding up two of her notes decorated with paw prints and stars.
ALT Graphic says: Celebrating 60 Years with a collection of recipes. Submit your favorite recipe! Graphic includes logos for the University of South Alabama, the University's 60th Anniversary, and the One Table project. It also includes colorful drawings of food items and cooking utensils.
ALT Pictured are five Honors Community Association members. Three are holding clear acrylic awards, Connor Holm with his Excellence in Service award, Anita Nguyen with her Campus2Career Excellence in Community Service award, and Rachel Lipton holding the Honors Community Association Excellence in Service award. They are all smiling and standing in front of a USA J’s Up step-and-repeat backdrop.
ALT Pictured are Brianna Dixon and Dr. Joe’l Billingsley. Brianna is holding a clear acrylic Excellence in Service award. She and Dr. Billingsley are smiling and standing in front of a USA J’s Up step-and-repeat backdrop.
ALT Five Allied Health students are pictured standing behind three tables covered in food donations. Donated items include cereal, apple sauce, oatmeal, grits, fruit cups, and more.
ALT Two smiling USA students are pictured with work gloves and holding a black trash bag. They are standing in an outdoor lawn area where they’ve been raking up leaves.
ALT A USA staff member is pictured crouching down to place sod on the ground in an outdoor lawn area. She is smiling and wearing gardening gloves with a Day of Service t-shirt, dark pants, a ball cap, and sneakers.
ALT A smiling USA student is pictured standing in the bed of a pickup truck. There are piles of sod in front of him, and he’s wearing work gloves with a Vets Recover t-shirt and dark pants.
ALT Two student volunteers are working together to put leaves into a black trash bag. The student on the left is holding the bag open, and the student on the right is placing a handful of leaves into the bag.
ALT Pictured are eight USA volunteers outside a log cabin at Camp Grace. The volunteers are smiling and all but two are wearing red Day of Service t-shirts. The five volunteers in the center of the group are sitting on the cabin porch, and the three volunteers on either end of the group are standing.
ALT Pictured is a student volunteer on horseback. She’s smiling and wearing a helmet and red USA Day of Service t-shirt. Her horse is being led by a UCP of Mobile staff member.
ALT Four USA volunteers are pictured at one of Camp SMILE’s tie-dye stations. They are standing behind a table covered in tie-dye supplies and smiling.
ALT Two USA volunteers are pictured outdoors and crouching down toward the ground. They are smiling and have chalk in their hands. In front of them on the asphalt is a chalk drawing that reads: JAGS Day of Service 2024.