The Mt. Pleasant area offers a number of volunteer opportunities for psychology students. Volunteering offers a chance to help others, explore your interests, gain valuable educational or job related experience, grow as a person, and increase your competitiveness as a job applicant. Moreover, some graduate program admissions committees consider volunteer experience when evaluating applications. Opportunities are available to work with all age groups. Examples include the following:
- Adult Literacy Tutor
- After School Tutor
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Phone Line Worker
- Friendly Visitor for Seniors
- Big Brother Big Sister
- After School Mentoring Program
- Peer Advocate for Healthy Living
The primary resource for students interested in volunteering is The Volunteer Center at CMU. The Volunteer Center compiles a comprehensive list of area volunteer opportunities so that students can find a match for their interests and skills. Sign up on line and search for opportunities that appeal to you.
Mount Pleasant Volunteer Opportunities
Many students find a placement by contacting the following agencies directly:
Listening Ear (a crisis line)
107 E. Illinois
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone (989) 772-2918
Summit Clubhouse of Community Mental Health
120 South Pine Street
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 317-3330
United Way of Isabella County
524 E. Mosher St., Suite 400
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone (989) 773-9863