What do volunteers do?
You may volunteer for as little as a one hour session or as often as once a week.
We want to know what works best for you so we can design an experience that helps you build your resume and ensures your time is well spent.
We offer a wide range of opportunities:
- Tutoring
- Leading activities or demonstrations
- Assisting with tours or events
- Serving as a science fair judge or acting as a mentor for young students
We host a lot of events on campus too, so you may be able to help with a one-day event like STEM Discovery Day or Astronomy Day.
Volunteer Activities
We use a Canvas course for training and volunteer sign-ups. Contact us to discuss opportunities or to learn more!
Off campus
After-School Tutoring- Denfeld High School (Wednesdays: 3:30-5:30 weekly)
UMD students provide after-school tutoring and mentoring at as part of the Denfeld After School Happenings (DASH) program. Volunteers need to fill out a Denfeld application at least a week in advance of tutoring for a background check. Carpooling available. Sign up on the Canvas calendar by searching for appointments.
Homework Help- Lincoln Park Middle School (Thursdays: 3:15-4:30 weekly)
Offer academic support and positive adult mentoring in a culturally responsive setting. Volunteers need to fill out a Lincoln Park application at least a week in advance of tutoring for a background check. Carpooling available. Sign up on the Canvas calendar by searching for appointments.
On campus
On-campus Guides- Twin Ports Teen Science Cafe (Friday January 20: 6 or 7:30 pm)
Guide high school campus through campus to attend an engaging "for teens, by teens" workshop. Sign up on the Canvas calendar by searching for appointments.
STEM Discovery Day (February 4: 8:30 am- 4 pm)
We are looking for various roles and times for volunteers to help give 6-12th graders an engaging on-campus STEM experience. Sign up on the Canvas calendar
Check back for more upcoming events.