Get Involved

Perfect for…

• First-year students in search of an on-campus community
• First-time service learners
• Those building on previous service experience
• Those interested in deepening their understanding of social issues and inequities

What you’ll do: 

• Apply at the start of the semester and complete a 20-minute interview
• Commit to at least one semester of service
• Serve at least 2-3 hours at your site each week for the duration of the program
• Participate in a weekly hour-long dialogue with volunteers from other service sites

Skills you’ll gain: 

• Hands-on service experience in a specialized issue area
• Professional development
• The ability to speak across difference about complex topics

Perfect for…

• Student organizations looking to engage members in a discussion about social issues, social identity, inclusion, or community voice
• Student service organizations looking to deepen their reflection and social issue education

What you’ll do: 

• Fill out the form linked below to show your interest in hosting a Pop-Up Dialogue
• Have a consultation with a Terps for Change staff member to see if Pop-Ups is the right fit for your organization
• A Terps for Change Coordinator will visit your organization and facilitate a community dialogue and reflective discussion on social issues, social identities, or community voice, depending on the needs and interests of your organization.
• Your leadership has the option to work with our coordinators to design the discussion/activity plan to better suit your org's mission

Perfect for… 

• Former Terps for Change volunteers looking to dedicate more time and energy to the program
• Students looking to develop leadership, facilitation, and logistical skills
• Organized, team-oriented students with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and grow

What you’ll do: 

• Apply the semester before your desired year of service and complete a 30-minute interview
• Commit to a full academic semester (about 10 hours a week) as a coordinator
• Attend weekly Monday Night Meetings (Mondays 4:00-5:00pm) to develop facilitation and leadership skills (attendance at MNM every week is mandatory, so keep this in mind when applying)
• Attend student leader retreats at the beginning of each semester
• Assist with marketing and recruitment for Terps for Change volunteers
• Meet weekly and maintain regular communication with your Co-Coordinators.
• Volunteer at your Terps for Change site weekly.
• Co-facilitate interactive and informative activity plans for 8 weekly one-hour community dialogues. 
• Work with Terps for Change staff individually and in Team Debriefs for problem-solving and professional development
• Conduct site visits during the first two weeks of class
• Build community and enhance participation among the T4C participants you work with

Skills you’ll gain: 

• Plan and facilitate a quality dialogue experience
• Develop communication and organizational skills
• Analyze social issues as they relate to service
• Understand how social identities impact our lives and society
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Building relationships with community partners and managing logistics

Perfect for…

• Former Terps for Change coordinators looking for an even more intensive leadership experience
• Experienced and organized student leaders looking to deepen professional development in specific project areas
• Creative and collaborative students interested in contributing their ideas and experiences to the growth and development of the program as a whole

The Terps for Change internship is a selective opportunity open only to students who have previously served in a leadership role with Terps for Change. Inquire at terpsforchange@umd.edu for a full position description and information on how to apply.