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The Aging Population by Megan Eby
I have always loved the aging population but working with them one on one has been a very positive experience. In social work is it an ideal to value the consumer and allow them to make their own decisions. As long as those decisions are well informed and the consumer is fully able to cognitively make those choices. This particular client, we'll ca... Proud of Them by Sara Sullivan
This summer I had the opportunity to co-teach a summer camp that was specifically for young girls. The camp was focused on mixing science with fashion to create a high-tech outfit. At the end of the four day camp all of the girls were to model their high-tech outfits in a fashion show in front of a crowd of onlooking parents. After the first day of... Failure and Success by Ashley Widtfeldt
This year I created a project that would teach students the concept of fundraising while introducing them to a local nonprofit and sharing out the organization's fundraising needs. The goal was for students to understand funraising and the organization through an informative session open to all students and then work in teams to develop and impleme... The Words of Where They're From by Stephanie Swigart
The sophomores I taught didn't study poetry in middle school because they had a student teacher who chose not to teach the unit normally studied in Mrs. Pule's class. As a Project LETTERS scholar I was encouraged to conduct a community service learning project with my students to increase student/community involvement and relations. I was teachin... Working at St. James by Lori Roe Swanson
While participating in Campus Corps, I got the opportunity to work with some great Nurses at St. James Hospital I got the chance to utilize the skills and knowledge I have learned in the Nursing Program at Montana Tech. It was a very good experience and I look forward to continuing with Campus Corps. A memorable Day in the Delivery Room by Natalie Valov
Recently I had an opportunity to serve as a volunteer in our local hospital's labor and delivery room. This 13 hour day consisted of helping the labor and delivery nurses with vitals and charting for women in labor and assisting with post-partum and newborn assessments. This was my second day in the maternity ward as part of my clinical hours req... Learning by Samantha Sheble
When I first started volunteering for the Clark Fork Watershed Education Program (CFWEP), I didn’t know much about the science or the ongoing restoration of the Clark Fork Watershed. I was aware that past mining and smelting activities in the Butte area had damaged the surrounding environment, but I was not aware of all of the work being done to ... Summer Camp by Jamie Diehl
Thanks to my AmeriCorps position at Hopa Mountain, I was given the opportunity to plan and facilitate three summer camps this summer. These camps were offered to teens free of charge, to ensure everyone who wanted to go, was able to. The camps were an amazing experience for me, as I had never been able to go to summer camp as a child. It was gre... Confidence by Carlie Andrews
At the beginning for my spring semester 2010 at Montana Tech I was accepted into the Radiology program. A part of this program includes a lot of hours of clinicals. I saw cliniclas as a learning environment to further my knowledge in the radiology field. I soon realized that it was going to be much more than that. As a student I follow the x-ra... You know what they say about books and their covers? by Jordan Allen
When I turned in my application to volunteer at the Brain Injury Association of Montana (BIAMT), I only knew a few things about the organization. I knew that they were a non-profit that helped individuals that sustained brain injuries. Through my service at the BIAMT I learned a series of life lessons that I could not have learned anywhere else. Th... Expect the Unexpected by Tanner Newman
Throughout the year as a legion baseball coach I was often frustrated at how little the boys seemed to respect me and listen to my advice. It was clear at times there were certain players I could not get through to unless I did so in a motherly way. I butted heads with one of these types consistently throughout the season and eventually had to st... On Tutoring by Dustin Stoltz
Among the substantive areas that people tend to serve, it is education that takes on the false attribute of being somehow less urgent. It seems so because the results of our successes or short-comings as teachers and tutors only manifest themselves some years down the road. Urgency is jet fuel for passion, but when the narrative asserts the task ca... THE BENEFICIARY by Rebecca Groose-jones
As a Team Leader I was privileged to meet, get to know and support a myriad of dedicated Campus Corps members who were serving in a variety of disciplines. Having such a large team, I found it impossible to do site visits for every member but I always made a point of taking the time necessary to visit with those that came into the office, to see h... Compassion and Caring by Carmin Eckhart
Health care professionals always strive to make a difference in someone’s life, either by improving their health, monitoring their changes, or allowing them to be comfortable during their final days. I have had the privilege of having my clinical site at two very different organizations, and as a result, I have learned two very unique ways th... More Than a DUI by Elizabeth Fisher
While participating in the Campus Corps, I had the privilege of shadowing police officers with the Missoula Police Department. On one evening, the officer I was travelling with was requested to backup another officer on a traffic stop. From the front seat of the squad car, I watched one officer run sobriety field tests on the driver, while the othe... You get what you give by Ericka Swenson
While volunteering for campus corps and working in the dental hygiene clinic at MSU-COT, I was able to work with a variety of people and I learned so much from them. Not only was I able to refine my recently learned skills from working on them, I also learned so much from talking with them. When we first started working in clinic I dreaded the day ... Finding What You Want by Emily Lund
By virtue of scheduling difficulties, I had two sections of my seminar one semester, and one section had only one student. Because my seminar was technically for students in psychology and human services internships, my discussions of graduate school and careers with students typically revolved around psychology, social work, counseling, and relate... Valerie by Megan Hartman
One Monday in early April, I walked into the gym of a small elementary school in Belgrade, Maine. The first two words to come to mind to describe these kids? Young and HYPER. Many of them were sprinting around the gym, chasing after one another. Some of them clung to their parents, waiting nervously for the audition to start. And the rest were chat... Patient Progress by Wilhelmina Lisa Prugh
From the day I began my Campus Corps community volunteer effort at the Brendan House I embarked on one main goal: ' patient' progress with patience. In other words, while working daily with a geriatric population of individuals with varied diagnoses my main goal was to patiently and confidently administer therapeutic care to meet their healing ne... Physical Therapy by Jenna Dalla Mura
I have had the pleasure working with the geriatric population at one of my direct service hour locations. I had an elderly women that I spent an hour of everyday (Monday-Friday) with that was physicaly and mentaly impaired. We were working on her because she suffered a stroke that left her cognitivly delayed and her body destroyed. I worked with... Making a True Impact  by Traci Brumwell
In my last clinical in Choteau, MT I had the opportunity to work with an elderly lady that had her hip replaced a week before I started. In the two months that I was there, she went through a lot with her hip, such as reinjuring it which set her back and also not trusting her hip while gait training. We progressed her from her Front Wheeled Walker ... Project Homeless Connect by Debra McPherson
I really enjoyed Project Homeless Connect. I volunteer hours with the low income and homeless in my community on a regular basis. I was able to gather more information on how to help the homeless in my area by serving with the Project Homeless Connect function that was started in our community. Until I volunteered I didn't know how much help there ... Gus and Max by Julia Lippert
Last year I tutored two elementary students in math and occasionally other subjects. I met each student for a half hour twice a week. The two boys, were almost opposites in personality. Gus* was very shy, guarded, very serious, a diligent worker, who picked things up quickly. He was in the program because his family was homeless moving from hot... To Me, You Are All a Success... by Sydney Drinkwalter
Working in the realm of Domestic Violence, you learn that every person has a different story to tell. For the last ten months I have listened to countless stories of abusive relationships, sexual assaults, child abuse, addictions, and the additional struggles that accompany all these issues. Each story was different, but each person had one thing i... Sudden Changes by Justin Kauffman
My professor, Toni Cancilla, was teaching my Advanced American Sign Language Vocabulary class when i found out that there was a student on campus that needed better accessibility to learn in classrooms. I am deaf myself, but i am studying interpreting. This student needed a deaf interpreter to make things clear for her in her class. So the disa... Learning to Learn  by Laura D'esterre
I've had a number of great experiences as an Americorps member but when I sort through my memories for one that has perhaps been the most rewarding, a child with a learning disability stands out beyond the rest. I had an opportunity to tutor a young man who had barely slipped through the 7th grade and was expected to be incapable of meeting expecta... Community and Health in Rural Montana by DAnn Silva
Among some of the best experiences I have had with Montana Campus Corps include the rapport and ties I have been able to foster within our local community. With the understanding of both urban and rural Montana needs, I've been able to apply these experiences to my new career as an RN, creating an effective response to both individual and communit... Breaking the Ice by Brooke Lemer
There was a planned field trip to the ice rink in Whitefish, which involved 4 volunteers and 40 youth under the age of 12. At first i was excited because i hadn't been ice skating in a long time and it would be something out of the ordinary. To my surprise, only 2 children knew how to ice skate, which meant that while 2 volunteers were helping the ... Be The Change by Christa Sprout
I went into my student teaching experience with a very open mind, determined to stay focused, work hard, and do my best to help the kids succeed and have fun at the same time. The challenge was that I was splitting my time between two completely opposite subjects-Math and Art. In my mind it made complete sense, my super-logical, structured side me... A Lot of Learning by Jennifer Colenso Morstad
During my experience, I did not know what to expect: I was a little nervous and hesitant to just jump in to teaching (which I had to do because of time constraints). I soon found out that it really wasn't that bad. I had great mentor teachers and the students I taught were for the most part fabulous- they helped me gain confidence in myself and in ... A Beautiful Face by Shara Sullivan
Throughout the course of my education, I spent two years working in local hospitals completing the clinical portion of the Radiologic Technology program. Over that time, I encountered several instances which profoundly touched me either spiritually or professionally. It is rather diffiult to pick just one person or situation that has had this effec... My Learning Experience by Cindy Neal
I have loved the hours I have spent volunteering at the hospital as a rad tech student. I definitely volunteering has been beneficial to me because of the experience I get. It seems as though I've learned something new everyday. These learning experiences have put me on the path of becoming a good rad tech. I have also loved meeting and helping... Student Teaching by Heather Croff
When I was at Linderman Elementary school I worked with many children from all different backgrounds in life. It was fascinating to me to watch these children come together in a class and work together. If students did not have any school supplies the teacher would let them borrow hers until they were able to get their own. It was nice to see all t... Impact of Care by Stephanie Winter
Walking into a patient room I instantly become a part of their life, even if it’s just for the next few minutes. I might be the one who makes that critical diagnosis or spends the extra time to learn what is truly hiding behind the pain that they present with. It’s those moments and those people who make my life rewarding and remind me why I ch... The Rebirth of Civility by Corey Grutsch
Upon arriving to my service site the very first morning of my term, I met the teacher I would be working under. I was briefly told about the structure of the day, the students and what would be expected of me in the first few weeks. It all sounded good to me. I followed my teacher down to pick up the students from outside only to see a boy cussing ... The life of a nursing student by Brandy Bissegger
I truly feel blessed to have been apart of the first year nursing group at Salish Kootenai College. I could have asked for a more rewarding experience. During the course of the year, it was very challenging both physically and mentally. It take alot of dedication and hard to work to get the most fulfilling experience out of it. I feel very fortunat... Great Learning Experience by Savannah Cron
I’m very pleased that I got the opportunity to volunteer as a Campus Corps Member. Throughout this program as a Radiology Tech Student I have improved various skills that will help me succeed in the future. Also while completing this program, I realized how much I enjoy learning different things about people and helping them out any way I possibl... Learning From Doing by Lindsey Lowery
I love everything about being a nursing student, well almost everything. I should exclude the long hours away from family and the stress from assingmnets that are due and tests that I must prepare for, but the actual learning of skills and information is fantastic. Although I have not entirely decided what field I would most like to go into after... Gracie by Elizabeth Bierer
During my freshman year at the University of Montana I have been very blessed with numerous wonderful, life changing experiences. And because of these experiences I have grown in to a much more confident, independent, and compassionate individual. By volunteering at Ronald McDonald House, travelling abroad, joining the Davidson Honors Colle... 1700 and thats it? by Jonathan Stephani
As the Campus Corps Leader for Dillon Montana this year I walked into the position not really understanding the full impact that my team could do in its first year. I wandered my way through the first few months completing the required tasks, recruiting members, and just trying to figure out what my goals were for the year. As time went on and I... Volunteerism is Mutually Beneficial for All Involved by Corinne SolonarKong
The principal of the only non-Title 1 school in the district informed me that our several America Reads/ America Counts volunteers helped to make a large impact on student learning to the extent that the school was able to meet Adequate Yearly Progress that year on their national Criterion Reference Test (CRT). The school would otherwise not have ... Sealant Day - Giving Kids A Smile by Mel Olson
On the last Saturday in March, Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology hosts a Health Fair. Every year, many vendors participate in showing off their products or providing new information to share with customers that come to MSU-GF. The MSU Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs also participate in this day by providi... A Lesson on Responsibility by Madeline Levesque
As a volunteer in the classroom, I worked with a student who was repeating English I for the third time. Jim (his name has been changed) was often frustrated with the repetition in the curriculum, and understandably so. My supervising teacher and I created alternate assignments to engage Jim's interests and encourage him to keep coming to school.... Special Olympics by Amanda Hansen
I have had and continue to have a wonderful experience with Special Olympic Athletes. I have learned to be more patient, more aware, have more compassion, and learned more about yself. There is unconditional love when you work with both children and adults with disabilities. My athletes have taught me, I have not taught them. I learn from them ... Hannah Taught Me How To See by Renee Roberts
Stanley Idaho is a small village up in the Sawtooth Mountains. It’s beautiful jagged-peaked vistas stretch into the horizon, and it’s 100 year round residences live in one of the most breath-taking places on earth. Stanley is a tourist town: fishing, hiking and hunting in the summer, skiing and snowmobiling in the winter, and hot springs year... Middle School All-nighter by Thomas Roberts
The middle school all-nighter was a fantastic growing experience; and it provided me with some awesome opportunities to connect with youth. I was able to lead by example to show these individuals, the adults of the future, how to do things with a good attitude -and how to properly respond to different issues. Most of all, I loved chilling with all... Sean from Boise, ID by Sarah Azzinaro
Teaching theatre to children with physical and emotional disabilities is not only good for the child but incredibly important and relevant for the children in the group who are not currently dealing with mental or physical handicaps. In the last year I have found that my most memorable and challenging moments with Missoula Children's Theatre have b... “Volunteering and Community Service, why should I get involved, and what is in it for me?” by Tracy Lost-bear
“Volunteering and Community Service, why should I get involved, and what is in it for me?” This is a question which has been asked of me many times throughout my life, and my answer is always the same. “My involvement with volunteering and community service started when I was a student in elementary school. I was taught that volunteering w... Having the Right Tools for the Job by Jason Greenwald
This past year, I had the pleasure of serving at Sacajawea Middle School in Bozeman, Montana in the position of Math Mentor. This was an unbelievable opportunity for me to help others while learning how to teach math. During the year, I was lucky to work a class of twelve 8th graders who were supplementing their regular math class with an extra... Student Teaching  by Rebecca Mahan
When I was at lakes Magnet Middle school I had many children from all different backgrounds in life. Some rich, poor, healthy, sick, nice, mean... It was fascinating to me to see these children come together in a class and work together. I had a student that came from a poor family and had lost his art materials. Another student of mine that cam...

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