Volunteer
Volunteers are vital to the success of OLLI at 51¸£ÀûÉç. We welcome fresh perspectives on the various committees that work behind the scenes to keep OLLI running smoothly. There are many volunteer opportunities available; some are listed below.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Executive Committee is composed of the chairs of the following committees:
- Assessment and Evaluation – Oversees course and trip evaluation content and process, which may expand into an overall assessment of the Institute.
- Curriculum – Strives to provide diverse courses/seminars of varied lengths. Work involves recruiting instructors, reviewing course proposals, using course/trip evaluations as references for future course/trip planning and assigning liaisons.
- Development – Encourages a culture of philanthropy through fund raising activities.
- Events – Plans and implements events geared to attract members, guests and instructors – e.g., the August open house, an informal winter gathering and appreciation events.
- Marketing and Membership – Recommends marketing opportunities and engages in community outreach efforts to recruit new members.
- Technology – Works with OLLI staff to implement what is feasible and trains other volunteers in use of technology.
- Travel – Plans diverse day and overnight trips. Assists with trip logistics, sometimes in collaboration with other organizations; may serve as trip escort.
- Volunteer Services – Meets with potential volunteers to determine which roles will best match their interests.
Ad Hoc Assignments:
- Serve as a liaison in courses.
- Teach a course – you do not have to be a current or past faculty member from 51¸£ÀûÉç or an OLLI member – we welcome past and present instructors from public schools and colleges as well as members of the general community – Got an idea for a topic? Contact us!
- Assist in writing/editing publications such as the course catalog and monthly e-newsletter.
- Distribute OLLI catalogs or other publications.
- One time assistance at outreach events or an OLLI event.
OR – if you have an idea about a volunteer role not listed, or you would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact the OLLI office either by phone at (269) 387-4157 or by email at wmu-olli@wmich.edu.