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FEATURED
STUDENT LEADER
NAME: Katherine Neil
HOMETOWN: Auburn, AL
POSITION: Assistant Station Manager, Eagle eye TV
FAVORITE INVOLVEMENT MEMORY:One of my favorite memories of involvement was spring of my freshman year. There was bad weather on campus, and all of Eagle Eye’s staff had been working for hours reporting the weather conditions, shelters, and the condition of the university. We were tired, but knew it was our role to continue to serve both students and community members, proving the most complete knowledge possible for the sake of safety. During a break between the bad weather, we walked outside and ran into Tim Cook. We were then able to interview him on an iPhone, fittingly. This taught me longevity, a skill I will always remember.
WHY TO GET INVOLVED: Involvement is special as it is a learning lab which cultivates both hands on experience, as well as camaraderie between students. The people you will meet are passionate individuals who will push you, spurring you on to greatness wherever your endeavors lead. Plus, you may meet some of your best friends!
FEATURED
STUDENT ORG
NAME:Auburn University Dance Marathon
NUMBER OF MEMBERS:80
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Dance Marathon is a nationwide movement, involving college and high school students at over 450 schools across the country who raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network hospital in their community. Entirely student run and donating 100% of the funds raised directly to local children’s hospitals, Dance Marathons have become a tradition on campus and in the community. Students spend a year learning invaluable leadership and social skills while raising funds in a variety of ways and interacting with children’s hospital patients and families.
Auburn University Dance Marathon is a year-long, campus-wide fundraising effort that culminates in a 12-hour dance marathon to celebrate the money and awareness raised for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. The idea behind the marathon is “we dance for those who can’t.” The money Auburn University students raise stays locally to benefit the children’s Piedmont Columbus Regional.
Auburn University Dance Marathon first joined Children’s Miracle Network in 2011. In its five years of existence, AUDM has raised over $1 million total for the kids. AUDM is proud to represent every area of Auburn University’s Campus and community.
Give Your 10 is an initiative to encourage Auburn students to engage in service opportunities on campus and beyond. Here at Auburn we “believe in the human touch, which cultivates sympathy with my fellow men and mutual helpfulness and brings happiness for all.” Give Your 10 challenges Auburn students to give 10 hours of their time to serve others!
In 2014, this inaugural program allowed students to complete a series of StrengthsQuest-based workshops geared towards leadership development through the use of strengths signature themes. Over 200 individual participants completed the training during the 2014-2015 academic year. Participants ranged from individuals to groups, teams and classes. Participating groups including the Auburn University Equestrian Team, the Student Government Executive team, and the Health and Wellness learning community benefitted from this valuable training.
Leadership Small Groups provide an opportunity for freshmen to learn from current student leaders and discuss important leadership topics in a fun and relaxed environment. Small groups of 10-15 freshman students will be placed with a senior student leader who has experience serving in various roles and campus organizations. Applications will be available on AUinvolve in August!
The Involvement Ambassadors serve as a resource for any student or student organization seeking assistance in finding opportunities for involvement. The Involvement Ambassadors provide one-on-one consultations with students as well as workshops for larger groups. And of course, we put on the Involvement Awards in the spring.
The Black Student Union at Auburn University upholds the following principles: to represent the interests and concerns of black students at Auburn University; to bring together all aspects of black student life for the purpose of improving the campus environment; encourage involvement of black students in all campus activities; discourage and abate institutional and individual acts and symbols of racism; and promotes the Auburn spirit and tradition of excellence.
