VRC
What does the VRC stand for...
Volunteer Resource Center
What is Sko Serve: Fall Welcome?
A pre-arrival program that provides first year students the opportunity to actively engage in a community, both inside and outside of Boulder.
Who is allowed to drive to our service locations?
Only approved drivers (our Project leaders!)
What is the number one most important thing to do before taking pictures?
Ask consent!
How can we be effective volunteers (4 parts)?
Learn, Serve, Reflect, Repeat
The VRC is a ______ founded organization
Student
Who is on the trip?
2 site leaders and 10 participants
What must you do while in the car to ensure a safe transportation experience?
Buckle your seatbelts, and don't distract the driver.
What are some examples of vulnerable populations and communities that can be exploited by incorrect use of photography? Give one example (+100 for additional responses)
People with disabilities, People experiencing homelessness, Folks battling addiction, other illnesses, People staying in shelters and hospitals, LGBTQIA, Immigration status/undocumented, Elders who may be less familiar with social media, People who are incarcerated/detained, People in line to pick up food at pantries, soup kitchens.
What are the 3 parts of the reflection model?
What, So what, Now what?
T or F: Sko Serve is the only program offered by the VRC
False
How long is Sko Serve: Fall Welcome?
3 Days (August 19th-21st)
What should we do on sight to ensure safety? Give one example. (+100 points for extra examples)
Wear proper attire, pay attention to directions, take a break when needed, don't do anything you find too difficult.
What kinds of pictures should you be taking at our service sights? Give one example. (+100 for additional responses)
Action shots, before and after shots, shout outs to the organization we are helping, pictures with consent and that raise awareness.
'Sko Serve: Fall Welcome is a full engagement program; what does this mean?
All 'Sko Serve programs are drug, tobacco, and alcohol free.
Where is the VRC located?
The UMC (Fourth Floor, room 458)
How are you transported to service in Sko Serve: Fall Welcome?
A 12-passenger van!
What is the buddy system?
You cannot go off alone at our service locations; always take a buddy with you and notify your PALs.
What should good captions have? (+300 for an example of a good caption)
Context (who, what, where, when, why), Raise awareness, Shout outs to organizations.
What is the purpose of reorientation?
Transfer lessons learned by engaging in continued education, service, advocacy, and/or philanthropy.
What is the mission of the VRC?
The Volunteer Resource Center fosters a culture of service by connecting CU Boulder to engagement opportunities that positively impact our communities. Through an educational framework of equity and inclusion, we develop socially responsible student leaders who understand, advocate for, and provide services to meet campus and community needs
What programs are included in 'Sko Serve: Fall Welcome, and how many programs are there?
2 Environmental Conservation groups, 2 Animal Welfare groups, 1 Housing Insecurity and Safety group, and 1 Food Insecurity group.
How do we ensure safety with ourselves? Give one example. (+200 for additional responses)
Get a proper amount of sleep, drink plenty of water, remember to take your medications/allergies, and practice self-care!
What are the positives and negatives of photos at service sights? Give an example of each.
Photos can raise awareness and inspire action (positive)
Photos can reinforce stereotypes about service and communities being served. (negative)
What are the 8 components of a quality 'Sko Serve?
Strong direct service, alcohol and drug-free, diversity and social justice, orientation, education, training, reflection, reorientation.