Volunteering and Events

Volunteering with the SSC

Get involved with the SSC! We offer many opportunities to participate with all our student-led initiatives, from one-time volunteer events to our term- or year-long leadership development program. Volunteer opportunities can range from working at the Produce Drops, getting your hands dirty at the Grove Garden, attending work parties on the river with our Habitat Restoration team, to facilitating activities that help reduce climate anxiety. Sign up for our newsletter, follow our Instagram (@uo_ssc), or check out our events calendar below for upcoming volunteer opportunities.

SSC Leadership and Engagement Program

Students who want to get involved with the SSC also have the option to become a part of the SSC’s Leadership and Engagement Program. Students who participate will join one of the SSC’s program teams throughout the term and work with a group of other students who are interested in the same topic. The LEP is accepting volunteers for this term and academic year! Fill out our volunteer interest form to be notified about our upcoming LEP orientations.

Upcoming Events

November 2024

Nov 9
Habitat Restoration Work Party at the Willamette River Natural Area 10:00 a.m.

This is an on-campus opportunity to join a team of volunteers in restoring critical riparian habitat on campus. No experience needed! This is a great opportunity to meet new...
Habitat Restoration Work Party at the Willamette River Natural Area
October 12–November 23
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Meeting at the Frohnmayer Bridge

This is an on-campus opportunity to join a team of volunteers in restoring critical riparian habitat on campus. No experience needed! This is a great opportunity to meet new people, spend time outside, and learn about yourself and the outdoors through contributing to our vision to restore and bolster native habitat in the Willamette River Natural Area (WRNA) to improve habitat connectivity for wildlife. In order to have fun and be safe, please come prepared with close toed shoes, weather appropriate clothing, and a water bottle. All other necessary materials will be provided. 

Nov 12
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center! Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID...
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop
October 22–December 10
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center!

Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID and a bag!

2:45-5pm (or until the food runs out) every Tuesday during academic terms.

Nov 15
Student Sustainability Center Clothing Swap 3:00 p.m.

Join us for our first clothing swap of the year! Must bring clothes for entry. Bring a friend and find some new gems for your closet. Pizza will be provided! Brought to you by...
Student Sustainability Center Clothing Swap
November 15
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Crater Lake South

Join us for our first clothing swap of the year! Must bring clothes for entry. Bring a friend and find some new gems for your closet. Pizza will be provided!

Brought to you by the ROSE Room.

Nov 19
Climate Café 2:45 p.m.

Join the Climate Anxiety and Resiliency Program for Climate Cafés! During this fall term, keep an eye out for an extra booth at the Produce Drop - we will be there to...
Climate Café
October 8–December 3
2:45–4:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Join the Climate Anxiety and Resiliency Program for Climate Cafés! During this fall term, keep an eye out for an extra booth at the Produce Drop - we will be there to provide a space to talk about our climate concerns, learn about resources on campus, and utilize community-building activities to foster resilience and hope! Enjoy snacks, fresh produce, mindfulness coloring, and more! All are welcome to stop by- we hope to see you there!

The next Climate Café is Tuesday, 10/22/24, from 2:45-4:00 PM in the EMU Amphitheater :)

 

Nov 19
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center! Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID...
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop
October 22–December 10
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center!

Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID and a bag!

2:45-5pm (or until the food runs out) every Tuesday during academic terms.

Nov 23
Habitat Restoration Work Party at the Willamette River Natural Area 10:00 a.m.

This is an on-campus opportunity to join a team of volunteers in restoring critical riparian habitat on campus. No experience needed! This is a great opportunity to meet new...
Habitat Restoration Work Party at the Willamette River Natural Area
October 12–November 23
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Meeting at the Frohnmayer Bridge

This is an on-campus opportunity to join a team of volunteers in restoring critical riparian habitat on campus. No experience needed! This is a great opportunity to meet new people, spend time outside, and learn about yourself and the outdoors through contributing to our vision to restore and bolster native habitat in the Willamette River Natural Area (WRNA) to improve habitat connectivity for wildlife. In order to have fun and be safe, please come prepared with close toed shoes, weather appropriate clothing, and a water bottle. All other necessary materials will be provided. 

Nov 26
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center! Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID...
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop
October 22–December 10
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center!

Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID and a bag!

2:45-5pm (or until the food runs out) every Tuesday during academic terms.

December 2024

Dec 3
Climate Café 2:45 p.m.

Join the Climate Anxiety and Resiliency Program for Climate Cafés! During this fall term, keep an eye out for an extra booth at the Produce Drop - we will be there to...
Climate Café
October 8–December 3
2:45–4:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Join the Climate Anxiety and Resiliency Program for Climate Cafés! During this fall term, keep an eye out for an extra booth at the Produce Drop - we will be there to provide a space to talk about our climate concerns, learn about resources on campus, and utilize community-building activities to foster resilience and hope! Enjoy snacks, fresh produce, mindfulness coloring, and more! All are welcome to stop by- we hope to see you there!

The next Climate Café is Tuesday, 10/22/24, from 2:45-4:00 PM in the EMU Amphitheater :)

 

Dec 3
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center! Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID...
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop
October 22–December 10
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center!

Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID and a bag!

2:45-5pm (or until the food runs out) every Tuesday during academic terms.

Dec 10
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center! Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID...
Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drop
October 22–December 10
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Stop by the Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops hosted by the Student Sustainability Center!

Grab free fruits, vegetables, bread, and other goods. Just bring your student ID and a bag!

2:45-5pm (or until the food runs out) every Tuesday during academic terms.