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Engagement

Engagement opportunities empower you to be an architect of your future by setting and achieving goals.

Whether you join us for a new employee engagement opportunity or give back to the community through staff community service experiences, how will YOU engage?

UNCW Community Service Leave Policy

In recognition of the state's diverse needs for volunteers to support schools, communities, citizens and nonprofit organizations the UNCW Community Service Leave is designed to recognize the commitment of state employees to engage in volunteer service, paid time up to 24 hours per year may be granted for:

  • Involvement in a child's school
  • Tutoring and mentoring in schools (36 hours per year)
  • Volunteer activity in the schools or a community service organization
  • Volunteering in a state public university, community college system or state agency provided that it is outside the employee's normal duties

This policy specifically applies to permanent SHRA and EHRA non-faculty employees and does not affect temporary SHRA or EHRA non-faculty staff members.

Community Outreach Signature Program

Do you enjoy serving the community? Are you looking for ways to be more intentional and involved in the university’s mission, vision and values? With your supervisor’s approval, Employee Leadership, Learning and Engagement can help! 

What Is It?

This yearlong program equips employees to build new relationships, gain an understanding of our community’s needs, and share their talents or interests with others. The signature program begins with a 30-minute introductory consult with Melissa Cox, Learning & Onboarding Specialist.  After the introductory consult, it is the employee's responsibility to self-monitor and complete all the milestones within the established timeline.

Who Should Join?

If you are someone who already finds yourself giving back to your community or would like to do more, this signature program is right for you. It is encouraged, but not required, that you invite a colleague to apply as well so you can help one another meet your desired level of achievement.

Why Should I Apply?

  • Gain an appreciation for the important work our community is doing to sustain the needs of the people they serve.
  • Engage with UNCW employees, students and community members you might not have otherwise met.
  • Be introduced to a new skill or enhance an existing ability such as problem solving, project management, trades or verbal communication.

What Are the Program Requirements?

Choose from one of three levels, Bronze, Silver or Gold, when completing this signature program. Click the tabs below to learn more about the requirements for each one!

Requirements: Those who wish to achieve Level One should complete a minimum of 6 hours of engagement, including the following:

  • Attend one 30-minute meeting with Melissa Cox to explain the program and help you chart your path (this can be completed in-person, online or over the phone)
  • Complete 6 (or more) hours of community service in one day or over the course of multiple days. May use your Community Service Leave, but not required. 
  • Write one reflection journal entry after each community service opportunity.
  • Update program consultant, Melissa Cox (in-person, online or over the phone) on progress at halfway point.
  • Serve on one university committee OR attend one university-sponsored event with the intention to meet at least 2 colleagues/community members you don't already know.
  • Submit a written final reflection at the end of the 12 months or schedule an appointment (online or in person) with program consultant, Melissa Cox, to discuss outcome. 

Get started by filling out the application!

Apply Today!

Requirements: Those who wish to achieve Level Two should complete a minimum of 12 hours of engagement, including the following:

  • Attend one 30-minute meeting with Melissa Cox to explain the program and help you chart your path (this can be completed in-person, online or over the phone)
  • Complete 12 (or more) hours of community service in one day or over the course of multiple days. May use your Community Service Leave, but not required. 
  • Write one reflection journal entry after each community service opportunity.
  • Update program consultant, Melissa Cox (in-person, online or over the phone) on progress at halfway point.
  • Serve on two university committees OR attend two university-sponsored events with the intention to meet at least 4 colleagues/community members you don't already know. 
  • Submit  a written final reflection at the end of the 12 months or schedule an appointment (online or in person) with program consultant, Melissa Cox, to discuss outcome. 

Get started by filling out the application!

Apply Today!

Requirements: Those who wish to achieve Level Three should complete a minimum of 18 hours of engagement, including the following:

  • Attend one 30-minute meeting with Melissa Cox, Engagement & Learning Specialist, to explain the program and help you chart your path (this can be completed in-person or over the phone)
  • Complete 18 (or more) hours of community service in one day or over the course of multiple days. May use your Community Service Leave, but not required. 
  • Write one reflection journal entry after each community service opportunity.
  • Update program consultant, Melissa Cox (in-person, online or over the phone) on progress at halfway point.
  • Serve on two university committees OR attend two university-sponsored events with the intention to meet at least 6 colleagues/community members you don't already know.
  • Submit a written final reflection at the end of the 12 months or schedule an appointment (online or in person) with program consultant, Melissa Cox, to discuss what you gained from the program.

Get started by filling out the application!

Apply Today!

Programs

Tell Me More Signature Program Learn More
New Supervisor Signature Program Get Involved

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Submit your application today! Upon receipt of your application, Melissa Cox will reach out to schedule your 30-minute introductory consult.

Questions? Contact Us!

Tessa Lachman, HR Specialist

Phone: (910) 962-3249

lachmant@uncw.edu

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