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Volunteer Academy Manual 2012/13

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WELCOMEHey Guys! My name is Aidan Hughes and I am your Vice President for Community at Queen’s Students Union. Your Students’ Union is dedicated to you. Committed to making you more employable, to nurturing your entrepreneurial skills, to helping you get the most from your time at Queen’s and providing you with the opportunity to volunteer.Now fast forward. You are graduating this year and you’re on the hunt for that dream job. You’ve drafted and customised your CV and filled in the application form. You get an interview.First question. What have you done at university, outside your studies, to develop your skills?Second question. Tell me about a time you showed leadership, creativity or enterprise. Volunteering can help you answer these questions!Students volunteer for many reasons - to meet new people, to give back to their community, to enhance their skills and boost their CV.We have developed the Volunteer Academy and this manual to make it much easier for you to get involved and get

accredited for the work that you are doing. It is a step by step guide, giving you all the information that you need to become a student volunteer. If you have any further questions, please feel free to get in touch with myself or one of the team.

All the best,

Aidan HughesVice PresidentCommunity

How to contact Aidan

028 90 97 3726 su.vpcommunity@ qub.ac.uk

Second Floor, Students’ Union

How to contact the volunteer academy

028 90 97 3106

volunteer@ qub.ac.uk

www.qubsu.org/enterprise.asp

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WHAT IS VOLUNTEERING?Volunteering is an unpaid activity with a charity or not-for-profit organisation that makes a difference to thewider community. It involves doing something that improves the environment or helps members of the community. Volunteering is about helping others and making a difference.

Do you:

» Work part-time for free? » Take part in a hobby or

sport? Are you:

» A Course Rep? » A member of a Club or

Society at Queen’s?

If the answer is yes, you are already a volunteer!

the volunteer academyThe Volunteer Academy is here to guide and support student volunteering at Queen’s. Whether you are already a volunteer or want to get involved, the Volunteer Academy is here to help!

We know that being a student can often feel like a full time job! Here at the Volunteer Academy we aim to make the volunteering experience as simple as possible for you with maximum gain!

Think of it as your ‘Secret Module’ - all the extra credit without the cram!

what is a volunteer?Volunteering is a great way to enhance your University experience. As well as being fun.

» Do you work part-time for free? » Are you involved in a

hobby or sport? » Are you a Course Rep

or a member of a Club or Society at Queen’s?

These are all volunteering roles!

what we can do for youThe Volunteer Academy can: » Give you an opportunity

to make a difference in the community. » Give you the chance to

meet new people and try something new outside the lecture theatre. » Help you develop

the essential skills that employers look for, for example, project management, communication and teamworks skills. » Help your CV stand out. » Help you gain

accreditation for your commitment and achievement as a student volunteer. » Give you an opportunity

to develop and showcase your talents. » Give you a great sense of

achievement.

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Welcome to the Volunteer Academy!

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what is a volunteer?Volunteering is a great way to enhance your University experience. As well as being fun.

» Do you work part-time for free? » Are you involved in a

hobby or sport? » Are you a Course Rep

or a member of a Club or Society at Queen’s?

These are all volunteering roles!

secret modules SECRET Module one Are you already a volunteer for an external organisation? Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? Go to page 8!

SECRET Module twoDo you have volunteering experience but would like to develop and run your own community project? Do you have a great idea that could benefit the student community at Queen’s? Go to page 10!

SECRET Module threeAre you a member of a Club or Society at Queen’s? Are you a Course Rep, a Buddy, or a Students’ Union Councillor? Do you play a lot of sport? Are you involved in something that you don’t get paid for? Got to page 12!

We offer » Workshops to help you

convert your efforts into a strong CV. » Accredited certificates

to officially recognise your contribution. » A fortnightly Volunteering

newsletter.

The newsletter will keep you up-to-date with news of our new and existing opportunities, workshops and organisations that you can get involved in.

We are here to make your experience more enjoyable and worthwhile. If you don’t graduate from the academy in one year, don’t worry! You can carry all your hours and hard work into the following year!

How does the Academy work? The Academy is very simple and is designed to fit your schedule. We have three different pathways (or ‘Secret Modules’) for you to choose from. All you need to do is follow the guidelines provided in the manual to find the opportunity which suits you and before you know it you will have graduated from the Volunteer Academy! Check out our ‘Secret Modules’ to see which pathway is right for you!

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what can you do?Set yourself apart from the competition and have something useful on your CV!

» A business studies student could volunteer in a small local company. » A budding journalist could offer their expertise to a community newspaper. » A health sciences student could gain experience by working with support organisations.

‘You can’t do everything - but you can do something’ - Owen McMeel, QUB Apprentice 2011 winner.

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the stats!

“Getting involved in volunteering has been such a fantastic experience for me and has opened the door to some amazing opportunities! Volunteering with Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) has helped me develop skills I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to achieve through my course alone.” Florence Severs, Politics student.

“Becoming involved in the Sandy Row Study Support Club has given me a wonderful opportunity to share my passion for education, to meet new people and to make a real difference in the local community around Queen’s.” Damien Corridan, Masters Student.

Did you know? » Volunteering is a great way to boost your CV. » Volunteer-involving organisations place great value on higher education students. » 95 per cent of students who volunteer are motivated by a desire to improve things

or help people.1

» Students who receive support for their volunteering from their university are more satisfied with the experience of volunteering and derive greater personal development benefits.1

» Student volunteers report many positive impacts on their own personal development, skills and employability.1

» 51 per cent of recent graduates under 30 years old who are in paid work say that volunteering helped them to secure employment.1

» Student volunteering can play an important role in developing students’ community awareness and integration into communities outside the university.1

» 73 per cent of employers would employ a candidate with volunteering experience over one without2.

1 Bursting the Bubble - Students Volunteering and the Community, 20102 TimeBank and Reed Executive, 2001

What students say about volunteering

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“I work with young people in community areas all over Belfast. Currently I’m working with a group in North Belfast on a Personal Development programme, which focuses on first aid, humanitarian education and teamwork and leadership skills. I find it incredibly rewarding when I’m able to use my skills to the benefit of other young people, watch them develop and see how their perceptions and beliefs are challenged. I feel that I have also benefited greatly from my experience of working with young people in the communities across Belfast. I am so glad I became a volunteer!” Aidan Bannon, Medicine Student.

endorsements

Northern BankThrough Northern Bank Staff Volunteer Grants Programme we at Northern Bank value and recognise the vital contribution made by our staff in their own time. The grants are always well received by employees and by the local community groups and charities who benefit. Furthermore in our Freedom Experience Academy we encourage students to stand out from the crowd. One such way to achieve this is through volunteering.*

Belfast Media GroupThe Belfast Media Group advocates through its publications, events and moreover as employers the need to serve our local communities with respect. Volunteering can open up many doors for not only our youth but for all age groups whilst growing experience, nurturing skills, encouraging working relationships with our peers and moreover, experiencing the skills involved in the sharing of work-based knowledge and involvement in communities of practice.*

Sainsbury’sSainsbury’s understands the importance of volunteering through its Local Heroes Scheme which recognises and rewards the charitable activities of colleagues for local causes and puts local communities at the heart of its business. The skills and experiences gained through volunteering are invaluable once brought back into the business and as our research has shown impact significantly on how our employees feel about working for us and the wider community around them.*

Volunteering can give you the skills, training and experience that you need for work and study. Here is what employers have to say about volunteering.

* Volunteer Now

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What is it? Module One is for students who volunteer with external organisations in the local community and across Northern Ireland. Whether collecting over the Christmas period or doing a bungee jump for charity - this is the module for you.

We want you to be recognised for all the positive change that you are bringing to our local community and Northern Ireland as a whole!

Am I in the right place? This is the module for you, if you:

» Bag pack occasionally. » Help out with a Youth Club

in your local community. » Take part in any

environmental conservation work. » Help raise money for

charities. » Volunteer with Citizen’s

Advice.

Not quite sure if what you are doing counts as volunteering or if it fits into Module One - get in touch. We’re here to help!

[email protected]

How do I get involved?If you already volunteer for a charity or voluntary organisation - keep doing what you’re doing!

If you are unsure what organisation is best for you or aren’t aware of what opportunities are available simply visit:

bit.ly/QUBVolNow

You can search for opportunities by interest area and location.

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Secret module one - volunteering with charities or voluntary organisations

Sheila’s storySheila uses her entrepreneurial skills and passion for others to help raise money for local charities on a yearly basis. Sheila started the naked calendar after attending a suicide prevention training course last summer provided by P.I.P.S (Public Initiative for the Prevention of Suicide and Self-harm). After this training Sheila decided that she wanted to raise funds for P.I.P.S in a creative and innovative way within the student population. To do this she brainstormed with close friends to think of something that would engage students and as a result they thought that a naked calendar would be something that students would purchase.

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Volunteer NowVolunteer Now works to promote, enhance and support volunteering across Northern Ireland. Volunteer Now is about connecting with individuals and organisations to build healthy communities and create positive change.

Volunteer Now enhances recognition for the contribution volunteers make, provides access to opportunities and encourages people to volunteer.

They are a great organisation to be a part of so get involved!

what do i need to do?

1 Register with the Volunteer Academy.

2 Check out Volunteer Now and browse for

opportunities by interest in your local area.

3Collect your Millennium Volunteer Handbook to

record all your volunteering activities.

4Record everything in your handbook - whether it’s

holding a collection bucket for a day or training for a volunteering project.

5Ask the external organisation you are

volunteering with to sign off your handbook for you.

6Attend at least two of our workshops throughout

the year. This will also help develop your skills, as well as getting you that one step closer to graduation.

7Meet your Student Officers who will sign

off your activities as well as give you advice and support.

8Keep in touch and let us know what you are doing.

[email protected]

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Sheila has not only dedicated her time to raising money for P.I.P.S, but also to the Make-A-Wish foundation. Sheila also worked in a team of six to win the Meximum - Business challenge this year. The challenge consisted of designing a business strategy, presenting it to a panel of judges and running a busy Mexican restaurant in Botanic Avenue to launch a new breakfast burrito. Sheila decided to go the extra mile and set up a JustGiving page and came up with the idea of collecting money in the SU and MBC. Due to their hard work and charitable nature, the team raised £1399.85 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The team also donated their £1000 prize to the charity.

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What is it? Module Two is for a student or group of students with an idea on how they can tackle a challenge in their local community. Something like this isn’t always an easy task however, Module Two will help and be with you every step of the way!

Am I in the right place? This is the module for you, if you:

» Have an idea for a community or volunteering project you want to develop? » Want to explore the idea

of leading your own project? » Are currently developing

your own voluntary project and would like to enlist some volunteers?

Not quite sure if what you are doing counts as volunteering or if it fits into Module Two - get in touch. We’re here to help!

[email protected]

live UnLtd. - Who are they? Live UnLtd. supports young people aged 21 and under, who want to change the world for the better. They do this by providing cash awards and support to launch projects. If you see a challenge you want to take on and turn into a project then Live UnLtd. can help you make it happen.

As well as the cash award they will also provide a dedicated Development Manager to offer support and guidance on your project and help get it off the ground. For more information visit:

www.liveunltd.com

Please note that there are also other funding opportunities, which you can discuss with the Volunteer Academy Team.

Have an idea for a community or volunteering project you want to develop?Want to explore the idea of leading your own project?Are currently developing your own voluntary project and would like to enlist some volunteers?

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QUB SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) invited second year students from schools right across Northern Ireland to Queen’s for the culmination of their Fusion project. Fusion involved working with eight schools from both sides of the community. The project began by giving the schools bottled water which they sold over a period of two weeks.SIFE provided help and support for the second year students involved throughout the process providing support on a school by school basis. The sales were phenomenal with the total reaching almost £9,000.

Sife’s story

Secret module two - your own volunteering project

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What do I need to do? Setting up or organising your own project can seem like a big task so it is better to think of it in small steps.

1Register with the Volunteer Academy.

2Whether you have an idea or aren’t exactly sure

what you want to do - you need to carry out a small bit of research to confirm that your project or concept will address a need in the local community. This will help when it comes to designing your project and applying for funding.

3Come up with a project outline - what you aim to

do, how you plan to do it, how many people you need or want to be involved and the budget.

4Send a copy of your project proposal to:

[email protected]

If need be, we can meet up with you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have. We will also facilitate a meeting with UnLtd.

5 Get in touch with UnLtd. to talk about funding

your project. If you meet their criteria, they may be able to provide you with funding for your project. They will also be able to give you advice on how to develop your idea.

6Collect your Millennium Volunteer Handbook to

record all your volunteering activities.

7Record everything - whether it’s holding

a collection bucket for a day or training for a volunteering project.

8Attend at least two of our workshops throughout

the year. This will also help develop your skills, as well as getting you that one step closer to graduation.

9Meet your Student Officers who will sign

off on your activities throughout the year as well as give you advice and support in the development of your project.

10Keep in touch and let us know what you are

doing.

[email protected]

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The final event saw the students give up some of their Easter holidays to come to Queen’s. SIFE ran a Stock Market Challenge which focused on developing the participants communication, teamwork, leadership and mathematic skills. SIFE volunteers carried out an array of duties over the course of two months planning, organising, running and sustaining the event. The time Queen’s students give to Fusion is voluntary and it is estimated participating students volunteered anything from 5-30 hours per week on the project!

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Am I in the right place? This is the module for you, if you:

» Are a member of a Club or Society at Queen’s. » Are a committee member

of a group in the University. » Train regularly with a

sports team. » Act as a Course Rep. » Are involved casually in

University life.

Not quite sure if what you are doing counts as Volunteering or if it fits into Module Three - get in touch. We’re here to help!

[email protected]

How do I get involved? There a number of options: If you are part of a co-ordinated group there may be someone who is already involved with the Volunteer Academy that can help you. Perhaps a Committee Member in your Club or Society?

If not, just get in touch to let us know what you’re doing and when you’re doing it.

[email protected]

What is it? Module Three is the third and final pathway to recognise and accredit the volunteering that you do at Queen’s. Whereas other modules recognise your contribution to external organisations, this is the module aimed at your volunteering activities happening here at Queen’s and the Students’ Union!

Whether you are involved in high profile fundraising, or the occasional workshop programme, we want you to be recognised and rewarded for everything that you do at Queen’s!

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Secret module tHree - volunteering at queen’s

QURC (Queen’s University Red Cross) was set up by a group of first Year Medical Students in February 2011. As a group, they follow the principles of the Red Cross, the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Their key aim is to help others and make a difference; to be positive advocates for other young people and young volunteers who are making a positive impression in Queen’s.Their achievements in their first year have been outstanding. The Society is run by a group of committed, passionate and hardworking students who work across the entire University, involving students from a variety of Schools.

The QUB Red Cross Society story

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what do i need to do?

1Register with the Volunteer Academy.

2Collect your Millennium Volunteer Handbook to

record all your volunteering activities.

3Record everything in you handbook - (even

checking emails for your Club or Society).

4Get your friends and people in your group

involved so it can become a team effort.

5Ask the external organisation you are

volunteering with to sign off

your handbook for you.

6Attend at least two of our workshops throughout

the year. This will also help develop your skills, as well as getting you that one step closer to graduation.

7Meet your Student Officers who will sign off

on your activities as well as give you advice and support.

8Keep in touch and let us know what you are doing.

[email protected]

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This year they have successfully, and independently, developed a unique initiative called the “Personal Development Certificate”, which is targeted at youth groups in interface areas in North and West Belfast, and aims to develop the skills and qualifications of young people who may be disadvantaged, disengaged or have been excluded from school. The development of QURC’s “Personal Development Certificate” has been a key achievement in the groups first year, and marks them as a unique and dynamic group. QURC have run two very successful pilot projects this year and have been awarded a £2,000 Starbucks grant to help this initiative in the future, with better resources at hand.

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Although you are not paid, it is still very important for you to understand the rights and responsibilities you have whilst working as a volunteer. Every opportunity will have different terms and conditions however, you can expect an organisation to:

1Provide you with guidance in choosing a suitable

role and provide adequate information about the role before you begin your voluntary work.

2Provide adequate induction, training and

support throughout your volunteer placement.

3Reimburse out of pocket expenses.

4Ensure you work in a safe environment.

5Abide by UK legislation with regards to equality of

opportunity.Ensure your role is not a replacement for a paid member of staff.

6Keep your personal details confidential.

7Review work undertaken to allow two-way feedback

and enable you to develop new skills.

8Give you references if and when required.

9Ensure any cause for complaint is addressed

fairly in accordance with the organisation’s guidelines.

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volunteer roles and responsibilities

» Represent the organisation in a professional manner. » Adhere to an organisation’s policies and procedures. » Agree and uphold a time commitment. » Undertake essential training and attend supervisory sessions in respect to the voluntary

opportunity. » Maintain confidentiality at all times. » Inform the organisation in good time if you cannot attend or wish to withdraw from a

voluntary opportunity. » Look after your own safety. » Respect others and act in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with equal

opportunity. » Fill out the appropriate forms to be reimbursed for out of pocket expenses. » Be aware that if you are working with children or vulnerable adults, you will be checked

by the Criminal Records Bureau. » Go to members of staff responsible for a voluntary opportunity as the first point of

contact if you have any problems or grievances.

Each organisation will have a volunteer policy, which you should read before starting a placement or activity.

You also have responsibilities as a volunteer, which may include the following:

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1Think about what you want to get out of volunteering.

Is it about developing your skills for work, having fun or the chance to make a difference? Your motivation for volunteering will influence the way you get involved.

2Think about what you have to offer. Can you bring

enthusiasm, subject specific skills, personal qualities to the table?

3Work out how much time you have to give and how

frequently you can work.

4Browse! Using the Volunteer Now website

search through hundreds of opportunities by activity and location to suit your needs. There is even an overseas opportunity option.

5Apply for opportunities. This will involve

registering on the Volunteer Now website. It doesn’t take long. Visiting the Freshers’ Fair and Refreshers’ Fair every year is also a good way to see what is out there

and to sign up.

6If you’re having problems, you still haven’t found

something that suits you or you’re not sure what to look for - meet with an expert. Arrange an appointment with Careers, Employability and Skills at Queen’s. They will discuss other options available to you or help you decide on what the best opportunity is for you.

www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc

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Top Tips when thinking about Volunteering

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When and where?The Volunteer Academy Graduation will take place on the 24 April 2013 in the prestigious Riddel Hall in Stranmillis.

What do i need to do graduate?To be invited to the ceremony and receive a programme certificate, you will need to:

1Have attended at least two of our workshops,

which take place throughout the year (see page 18 for more information).

2Complete one of our three ‘Secret Modules’. To do

this you will need to tally up your volunteering hours and accrue at least 50 hours.

There are three different awards to receive: 50 hours, 100 hours or 200 hours.

MERIT OR DISTINCTIONIf you:

» Attend two workshops, you will graduate with merit.

» If you attend all four workshops, you will graduate with distinction.

As well as being accredited by the Academy we will help you achieve your Millennium Volunteers Certificate and Degree Plus.

millennium volunteer awardThe Millennium Volunteer Award is a programme run by Volunteer Now and is open to anyone under the age of 25 who currently volunteers or would like to start and wants to have their commitment, skills and experience recognised.

Millennium Volunteers has been designed to be as simple as possible and to work around you and your studies, job, hobbies and busy lifestyle. You also get to volunteer where you like, as often as you like and in as many places as you like! As part of the programme you will receive a certificate backed by your organisation and the Department of Education after your first 50, 100 and 200 hours of volunteering.The Award will also look great on your CV and UCAS applications and is endorsed by employers and universities!

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handy hints!

How do i graduate from the Academy?

To graduate you need to: » Get your Volunteer Handbook signed off by the external organisation you volunteer for

or by the Student Officers. » You can also get your handbook signed at all four workshops throughout the year.

Don’t forget you will be rewarded for an extra hour of volunteering for attending each workshop. » Make sure you submit your handbook to Aidan Hughes, Vice President for Community

by the 22nd March 2013.

[email protected]

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Worried that you won’t be able to graduate in one year or make the minimum 50 hours?

Don’t worry! » As long as you keep your Volunteer Handbook, it is valid for the course of your

degree and you can continue to add to it, provided that you register for the Volunteer Academy at the start of each year. » If you haven’t reached 50 hours yet, but have completed all four workshops, you will

be invited to graduation anyway!

Degree PlusDegree Plus is an award which allows Queen’s students to gain accreditation for skills developed outside of their academic programme through, for example, part-time work, volunteering or involvement in the various Clubs and Societies that the University has to offer. Additional courses may also be included, for example, the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), languages training and career development programmes offered by Careers, Employability and Skills.

Opportunities to study overseas are also recognised, including the Erasmus programme, which allows students to study in Europe for a year, Study USA , Study China, and the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience, or IAESTE, a worldwide student exchange programme. For more information visit:

www.qub.ac.uk/degreeplus

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Volunteering Workshops

Over the year the Academy will host four workshops based around volunteering. To receive a programme certificate you need to attend at least two of these, so make sure to put the dates and times in your diary!

Workshop One What type of volunteering would suit me best?9 October 2012 - 5:00pm - 6.00pm - Enterprise Unit, Students’ Union.

Workshop Two International Volunteering.28 November 2012 - 3:00pm - 4.00pm - Enterprise Unit, Students’ Union.

Workshop Three How to set up your volunteering project.11 February 2013 - 5:00pm - 7.00pm - Enterprise Unit, Students’ Union.

Workshop FourThe Exit Workshop - Marketing your volunteering experiences on your CV and in an interview.7 March 2013 - 1:00pm - 3.00pm- Enterprise Unit, Students’ Union.

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volunteer s0s

What do I do when I receive a ‘Volunteer SOS’ email? Contact the charity or organisation as quickly as you can with details of your availability or any further questions. All contact information will be outlined in the email.

The Volunteer Newsletter Do you want to stay up to date with everything happening in the ‘Volunteer Academy’ at Queen’s? When you sign up to our database we will send you a fortnightly update including information on the latest opportunities, workshops and organisations that you can get involved in.

If you have anything that you would like included in our newsletter - whether it’s promoting an opportunity you are running or are involved in or a Club or Society event - simply get in touch and we can put it in the next newsletter.

[email protected]

Volunteer SOS Whatever time you have make every minute count.From time to time charities contact us because someone has let them down or they have not been able to rally enough volunteers themselves.The Volunteer SOS Team assists charities and community groups with one-off help needed for an event or activity. Maybe you can’t commit to regular volunteering, but can help in one-off situations?

As a member of the Volunteer Academy, you will receive emails with ‘Volunteer SOS’ in the subject line. This will give you information about the latest charity or community organisation in need of fast assistance.

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A nudge in the right direction!

Clubs and Societies Niall McShane

[email protected]

028 90 97 3922

David Bradley [email protected]

028 90 97 1052

Queen’s SportKarl Oakes

[email protected]

028 90 38 7688

social Enterprise, students’ unionLynne Weir

[email protected]

028 90 97 1056

Careers and Employability, student guidance centreDeirdre Deery

[email protected]

028 90 97 3607

vp Community, students’ unionAidan Hughes

[email protected]

028 90 97 1050

Student Representation, students’ unionDominic Doherty

[email protected]

028 90 97 1047

To get involved or to simply find out more about some of the volunteering opportunities available at Queens, simply get in touch.

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School COnTACTS

Biological SciencesHead of School: Christine Maggs

[email protected] of Education: David Timson

[email protected] Office

[email protected] 90 97 5786

Chemistry and Chemical EngineeringHead of School: Chris Hardacre

[email protected] of Education: Nick Fletcher

[email protected] Office

[email protected] 028 90 97 5418

EducationHead of School: Paul Connolly

[email protected] Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 3323

Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer ScienceHead of School: Stan Scott

[email protected] of Education: Lillian Greenwood

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 4669

EnglishHead of School: Ed Larrissy

[email protected] Director of Education: Eamonn Hughes

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 3320

GAPHead of School: Keith Bennett

[email protected] Director of Education: Alistair Ruffell

[email protected] School Office

[email protected] 028 90 97 3350

History and antropologyHead of School: Peter Gray

[email protected] Director of Education: Mary O’Dowd

[email protected] School Office: History

[email protected]

028 90 97 5101School Office: Antropology

[email protected] 90 97 3701

To find out if your School has any opportunities tailored to your skill set simply get in touch,

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School ContactsSchool Contacts

Modern LanguagesHeads of School: Janice Carruthers

[email protected] of Education: Nigel Harkness

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 5363

LawHead of School: Sally Wheeler

[email protected] of Education: Jack Anderson

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 5122

ManagementHead of School: Rob Gilles

[email protected] of Education: Shirley-Ann Hazlett

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 4200

Maths and PhysicsHead of School: Frances Keenan

[email protected] Director of Education: Ian Williams

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 3202

Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringHead of School: Mark Price

[email protected] Director of Education: Geoff Cunningham

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 9097 4147

Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical SciencesHead of School: Partrick Johnston

[email protected] Director of Education: Pascal McKeown:

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

02890 972349

Creative ArtsHead of School: Michael Alcorn

[email protected] of Education: David Grant

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 5337

Nursing and MidwiferyHead of School: Linda Johnston

[email protected] Director of Education: Edel Mullin

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 9097 2233

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PharmacyHead of School: David Jones

[email protected] Director of Education: David Jones:

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 2086

Planning, Architecture and Civil Engineering [SPACE]Head of School: David Cleland

[email protected] Planning: Dr Aileen Stockdale

[email protected] Architecture: Mr Alan Jones

[email protected] Civil Engineering: Dr Harry Johnston

[email protected] Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 4006

PoliticsHead of School: David Phinnemore

[email protected] Director of Education: Lee McGowan

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 5028

PsychologyHead of School: Evanthia Lyons

[email protected] Director of Education: Aidan Feeney

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 9097 5445

Sociology, Social Work, Social PolicyHead of School: Mike Tomlinson

[email protected] Director of Education: Karen McElrath

[email protected] Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 5117

Institute of TheologyDirector of the Institute: David Hayton

[email protected] Director of Education: John Curran

[email protected] School Office

[email protected]

028 90 97 4170

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