{"id":21,"date":"2024-11-12T21:15:02","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T21:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/community-outreach-and-engagement\/?page_id=21"},"modified":"2026-01-06T19:50:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T19:50:04","slug":"for-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/community-outreach-and-engagement\/for-students\/","title":{"rendered":"For Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-21\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-21-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-21-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div class=\"big-text panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-21-0-0-0\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to get involved in the community outside our campus boundaries? Whether you are interested in volunteering with your student club, working with the community as part of your capstone project, or just getting out and enjoying all that Southern Maryland has to offer, we can connect you with the information and resources you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-0-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div class=\"big-text panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-21-0-1-0\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><p><strong>If you or your group performed community service or any community engagement activity, we want to hear about it! <a style=\"color: #f3c10d;\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfgYsDaxiP454ga7LDvfVG7yi-NAiDwhxAZs1ogQ4K4NgFsow\/viewform?usp=sharing\">Please fill out this form,<\/a> and be sure to <a style=\"color: #f3c10d;\" href=\"mailto:community@smcm.edu\">share photos with us<\/a>. You will earn your Seahawks Serve sticker and we will celebrate your work on our website and\/or social media pages.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-21-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_smcm-title panel-first-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-smcm-title so-widget-smcm-title-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h2 class=\"smcm-section-title navy\" style=\"\"><strong>Volunteering<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21-1-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><ul>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At SMCM, we want you to be an active and engaged citizen of the greater community. As a student, you have a <strong>unique opportunity<\/strong> to make an impact in St. Mary\u2019s County, Southern Maryland and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Volunteering<\/strong> can be a great way to <strong>build your resume<\/strong>,<strong> learn new skills and make meaningful connections<\/strong> with individuals and organizations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have relationships with many community organizations that are eager to host<strong> student volunteers.<\/strong> Information on <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1AlP4fuqxkeXnWhhqZUryOUu08v5Zk9omqoK9Ttwuibc\/edit?usp=sharing\">one-time or ongoing service opportunities<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each September, OCOE hosts a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/community-outreach-and-engagement\/volunteer-expo\/\"><strong>Volunteerism Day<\/strong><\/a> event where you can meet staff and volunteers from local nonprofits and learn about volunteering with them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to participate in the <strong>MLK Day of Service<\/strong> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/alumni\/bay-to-bay-service-days\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bay to Bay Service Days<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.smcm.edu\/service-club\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SMCM Service Club<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or another club that performs <strong>service projects.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know many students don\u2019t have their own transportation. Don\u2019t let that stop you! Many organizations need help with projects that can be done remotely, such as website design or social media marketing. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, you can work with SGA to set up a carpool or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/facilities\/physical-plant\/state-vehicle-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get approved to drive a state vehicle<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And before performing <strong>community service<\/strong>, be sure to review our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/18IoNoO6DAui3G0GJ7Rx9XE2ihuo6jjv-\/view?usp=sharing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checklist for<strong> volunteering!<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>OCOE Student Council<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to take your commitment to community service a step further, consider becoming a member of our OCOE Student Council. You\u2019ll help promote community engagement by performing outreach to other students, planning events and building enthusiasm for community service. Interested students should submit a resume and brief explanation of their interest to us at <a href=\"mailto:community@smcm.edu\">community@smcm.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21-1-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-1-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-image so-widget-sow-image-default-8b5b6f678277-21\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"sow-image-container\">\n\t\t<img \n\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/03\/PXL_20250318_2031484222-1536x1154.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" title=\"PXL_20250318_203148422~2\" alt=\"Seven people sitting around a wooden table in a meeting room, smiling at the camera.\" \t\tclass=\"so-widget-image\"\/>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-21-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-2-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-image so-widget-sow-image-default-8b5b6f678277-21\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"sow-image-container\">\n\t\t<img \n\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-1536x995.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/PXL_20240907_161920333-2048x1327.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" title=\"PXL_20240907_161920333\" alt=\"\" \t\tclass=\"so-widget-image\"\/>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21-2-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-2-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_smcm-title panel-first-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-smcm-title so-widget-smcm-title-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h2 class=\"smcm-section-title navy\" style=\"\"><strong>Learning<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21-2-1-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><ul>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some courses at SMCM have a community engagement component. If this interests you, talk with your advisor about finding a community-based learning course that matches your needs and schedule.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/center-for-career-and-professional-development\/pathways\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LEAD-211, The Honors College Externship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is taught by community members with extensive experience in their field.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internships are an excellent opportunity to connect with communities at the local, state and national levels. Learn more about internship programs through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/center-for-career-and-professional-development\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Center for Career &amp; Professional Development<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage with the global community by participating in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study Abroad <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">program.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking about your St. Mary\u2019s Project or other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/academics\/capstone-experience\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capstone experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can help you connect with community partners to develop project ideas.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-21-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-21-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_smcm-title panel-first-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-smcm-title so-widget-smcm-title-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h2 class=\"smcm-section-title navy\" style=\"\"><strong>Exploring<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-21-3-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" >\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve heard it before: \u201cThere\u2019s nothing to do around here.\u201d But that\u2019s just not true! Southern Maryland is full of Interesting museums, beautiful parks and beaches, quirky shops, colorful farmers markets, awesome concerts, lively festivals and all types of cuisine (not just oysters and crabs). To find information about community events and attractions, stop by our office or go to:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitstmarysmd.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit St. Mary\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitcalvert.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Calvert\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.explorecharlescounty.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore Charles County<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/destinationsouthernmaryland.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Maryland National Heritage Area<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have another type of community engagement experience in mind, such as going on a field trip or inviting a community member to speak to your group, <\/span><a href=\"mailto:community@smcm.edu\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">please contact us with your ideas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-21-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-21-3-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-image so-widget-sow-image-default-8b5b6f678277-21\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"sow-image-container\">\n\t\t<img \n\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-scaled.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/168\/2025\/01\/st.marysway2013_8-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" title=\"st.marysway2013_8\" alt=\"\" \t\tclass=\"so-widget-image\"\/>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to get involved in the community outside our campus boundaries? 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