Volunteer Opportunities

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Update your personal email address

Keep your personal email updated to ensure you receive the LibArts Today alumni e-newsletter, email invitations to liberal arts alumni events, and information on upcoming alumni programming.

(LibArts Today alumni e-newsletter is sent in early September, mid-February, and mid-May.)

1-3 minutesUpdate your personal email address.
Update contact information
(due to a recent move or new job)		Keep your contact information up to date with the IU Alumni Association (IUAA) to ensure you get the latest information from IUAA and the IU School of Liberal Arts.5 minutesUpdate your contact information.

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Participate in the Liberal Arts “Ask Alumni” LinkedIn seriesAnswer 1 or more “Ask Alumni” questions for this LinkedIn series of posts.About 5 minutesContact Tricia O’Neil for the upcoming “Ask Alumni” LinkedIn Series question(s) to provide short response(s).
Share your alumni storyHelp our current students understand the professional opportunities available to them with a liberal arts degree by sharing your professional journey.10-15 minutes to fill out an online formFill out the Share Your Story online form. 

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Attend an alumni event (Liberal Arts or IU Alumni Association)There’s nothing better than getting together with fellow alumni for events, whether it’s a fun event, like the annual Regatta, or a networking event with an alumni panel where you learn from your fellow alumni.Up to 1-3 hours per monthVisit the IU Alumni Association’s event page and register for the events that interest you.
Host an alumni EventEnsure successful events and create memorable experiences for attendees.Single dayContact Tricia O’Neil for opportunities to host.
Volunteer at a Liberal Arts alumni eventEnsure successful events and create memorable experiences for attendees.Single day; 3-6 hoursContact Tricia O’Neil for ways to help.

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Nominate a fellow alum for the Liberal Arts Alumni AwardsCelebrate outstanding contributions and inspire others in the liberal arts alumni community.VariesSubmit a nomination
Review resumes and/or LinkedIn profiles of current students or recent graduatesEmpower students and recent graduates with insights to support their ability to grow their professional careers.Varies;
up to 1-2 hours per month		Sign up by contacting Tricia O’Neil.
Be available for informational interviews with current liberal arts students and/or recent graduatesEmpower students and recent graduates with real-world insights and support their career aspirations and their journey after IU Indianapolis. Support students and alumni in navigating career paths with confidence.Varies;
up to 1-2 hours per month		Sign up by contacting Tricia O’Neil.
Participate in mock interviews with current students and/or recent graduatesEmpower students and recent graduates to build confidence for job interviews and support their ability to grow their professional careers.Varies;
up to 1-2 hours per month		Sign up by contacting Tricia O’Neil.
Be an alumni panelist or event speakerEducate and inspire alumni and students while strengthening professional networks.1–3
hours/
session		Reach out to Tricia O'Neil with your topic idea and availability.
Be an alumni guest speaker in a Liberal Arts classEducate and inspire current liberal arts students.1-3
hours/
session		Reach out to Tricia O'Neil with your area of expertise and availability. 
Share a paid internship opportunity for current liberal arts studentsSupervise a current liberal arts student in an internship within your organization or company.One semester (fall, spring, or summer)Contact Faculty Fellow of Career Readiness Hannah Haas and cc: Tricia O’Neil.

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Classroom speaker

Educate and inspire current students with your personal and professional stories and advice.

Single day; 1-3 hoursReach out to Tricia O'Neil with your topic idea and availability. 
Career Services partnerSupport current students and alumni in navigating career paths with confidence.2-3 hours / eventContact Tricia O’Neil to learn more.

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Donate to Liberal Arts – Alumni Fund, Alumni Association Scholarship, or Dean’s Priorities FundProvide financial support to help the liberal arts alumni community and current students.5 minutesVisit our giving page.
Advocate for giving to the IU School of Liberal ArtsSustain scholarships, alumni engagement programming, and events that enrich our liberal arts alumni community.1–2 hours per yearParticipate in peer outreach campaigns via emails, phone calls, or social media. Materials and tips are provided. If you’re interested in participating, contact Tricia O’Neil.
Participate in the Voices of Liberal Arts Ambassador
Program		Build an engaged online community of liberal arts alumni who are interacting with one another and the School’s LinkedIn and Instagram pages.Renewable one-year term of service;

Interact 1-3 posts per month		Contact Tricia O’Neil to learn more.
Serve on the Liberal Arts Alumni BoardThe IU School of Liberal Arts Alumni Board supports and advocates for our alumni, the school, and our students.Four-year term; able to renew one timeLearn about board service.

The Statement of Expectations for Liberal Arts Alumni Board Members can be viewed here. To share your interest in serving on the Liberal Arts Alumni Board, please complete this form for the board’s consideration.

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IU Alumni Association Advance the university’s mission through leadership, mentoring, and fundraising while expanding your professional network.VariesLearn more and sign up.
Alumni Student Recruitment (ASR)Inspire prospective students by sharing your alumni story and promoting IU.VariesLearn more.