PORTFOLIO EVENTS

MedShare

PROGRAM OUTCOME: Caring, possibly Human Diversity

MedShare International is dedicated to recycling surplus medical supplies and equipment for use by healthcare institutions in developing countries. To achieve this mission, MedShare International collects batch and single item supplies and equipment that are still valuable but no longer in demand in the United States due to procedural excess, technological change, regulatory requirements, or production overage, and distributes them to healthcare facilities in targeted developing countries.

Volunteers typically work to organize, sort and package medical supplies to be sent overseas. The sorting sessions are three hours long, and happen in the sort room of the Decatur facility, which is heated / air conditioned. The sorting is not particularly physically strenuous; however, volunteers are encouraged to dress comfortably (e.g. sneakers), as you spend the session on your feet.

ADDRESS: 3240 Clifton Springs Road Decatur, GA 30034

http://medshare.org/ms.php/contact/driving-directions

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!

5-10 Volunteers are needed per shift. When responding please be sure to indicate the date in which you would like to volunteer. PLEASE CHECK YOUR SCHEDULE CAREFULLY before committing to AVOID conflicts and cancellations. DRESS CODE: CSU t-shirt, name tags, sneakers

DATES AVAILABLE:
September 5, 2009 9am-12pm (Please respond by August 31, 2009)

October 3, 2009 1-4pm (Please respond by September 26, 2009)

October 31, 2009 9am-12pm (Please respond by October 24, 2009)

November 21, 2009 1-4pm (Please respond by November 16, 2009)

 

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Professional Development

LEAD the Way is a series of leadership seminars in which students have the opportunity to interact with leaders in the community to explore the leadership and skill sets needed to be an effective leader.  The program is coordinated with our Service Learning Series so that students expand their knowledge of civic engagement as more than simple volunteerism, but also connect this involvement with local companies and businesses who through their work, affect change by addressing social inequalities and committing to community activism within their own organization.  By attending the LEAD the Way seminars, students will channel their thought processes about the relationship between leadership, philanthropy, and civic engagement, and connect how the three are intimately intertwined and sometimes interchangeable.

Each presenter of the LEAD the Way Seminars will address the following topics:

   1. A description of the presenter's current leadership position;
   2. Specific leadership qualities the presenter had to learn, acquire and enhance to effectively perform his/her job function; and
   3. Why his/her position and organization are important to the community/how these leadership skills can apply to civic engagement and community activism opportunities.

2009 LEAD the Way Seminar Schedule

September 1, 2009- Community Health
Mr. David Purdue, Founder and CEO of SAGE Communications
Founded his own nonprofit company to address adolescent social and health risks.

October 6, 2009- Children and Environmental Safety
Ms. Becky Galbreath, CASA Volunteer Training Supervisor, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Recruits and Trains volunteers to be victim advocates for children who have been removed from their home and have to testify in court.

November 3, 2009- Hunger and Homelessness
Ms. Lindy Wood, Hunger and Homelessness Educator, Atlanta Community Food Bank
Educates community members, service and student groups about societal poverty and homelessness.

All LEAD the Way seminars will start at 6:00 PM and will be held in the Student Activities Center Ballroom C
 

In order to receive a "letter" you must attend ONE presentation and

write a one page, typed, double spaced paper on what was discussed and how it may relate to nursing. 

Feel free to attend more that one, but in order to get a "letter" you must write a paper for each. 

Please email all papers to Mebane Key no later than 2 weeks after the presentation. 

Late papers will not be accepted.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME:

Students are needed to conduct scoliosis screenings for students in the Clayton County Public School System.  Two to four students will be needed for each school's screening date. Arrive at the Middle School site by 8:30 a.m. (Meet in the school's office in order to sign in as a visitor indicating "scoliosis screening"). Screenings generally begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 12:30/1:00 p.m.(Smaller schools-at times by 12:00 noon).   The preferred attire for nursing students is the school's white uniform and name badge. However, since the screening process will be conducted in the schools' locker room and CSU students will not be completing clinical hours on site at the health dept., a white polo/shirt, navy blue/dark slacks, white lab coat indicating nursing school logo/identification, and name badge will be appropriate.

 Students MUST review a scoliosis screening video prior to the screening date.

 Dates available in September:  

Rex Middle School --- Thursday, September 10, 2009

Kendrick Middle School --- Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Riverdale Middle School --- Thursday, September 17, 2009

Adamson Middle School --- Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Morrow Middle School --- Thursday, September 24, 2009

Pointe Middle School --- Tuesday, September 29, 2009

DEADLINE to Volunteer for above dates:

             SEPTEMBER 4, 2009!

Ms. Weir's posted scoliosis screenings video http://adminservices.clayton.edu/cid/downloads/nurs4201/Curve_Checks.html

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Cultural Diversity

Thursday, September 10

James M. Baker University Center - UC420

Safe Space Training for students will be held on Thursday, September 10 from 11:30am-12:30pm in the James M. Baker University Center-Room 420. Refreshments will be provided for all participants.

For more information regarding Safe Space visit, http://adminservices.clayton.edu/campuslife/mpssafespace.htm.

If you are interested, register for the September 10 training by submitting your name, email address, and phone number to Multicultural@mail.clayton.edu  by Noon on Wednesday, September 9.  If you are unable to make this session, the next training will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2010.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Lakiesa L. Cantey Assistant Director, Campus Life
Clayton State University Student Activities Center, Suite 223 (678) 466-5433 Voice LakiesaCantey@clayton.edu

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Profession Development

Monday, September 14

CE 325

The office of Career Services is offering a special resume writing workshop designed specifically for nursing students.  As you may know, a resume is required for the exit portfolio that must be completed before graduation.  Come and learn how you can make your resume stand out from others.  The workshop will be held Sept. 14, 2009 12-1pm in CE325. Certificates will be given to those who attend. Everyone interested should RSVP by Sept 10 to Kanita Key.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Interdisciplinary Collaboration or Nursing therapeutics

Community Health & Men's Promotion Summit (CHAMPS)
Saturday, September 19, 2009
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Georgia World Congress Center

Volunteers will provide free health screenings and education to men in the metro Atlanta area. Duties will include set-up, sign-in, obtaining blood specimens and blood pressure, collecting patient information, entering patient data, transferring and processing patient specimens, and assisting in the overall event coordination, to name a few.  This is a great opportunity for students to gain community outreach experience from both the business and medical perspectives.  Please email  volunteer@clayton.edu  or call the Department of Campus Life at (678) 466-5433 to register for this opportunity. Once registered, please email Mebane Key to get a portfolio letter.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Interdisciplinary Collaboration or Nursing therapeutics

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME:

Monday, September 21

CE 325

12:00 - 1:00

Test Taking Workshop - Registration deadline September 18, 2009. If you are interested in attending this workshop, please send Kanita Key an e-mail.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Professional Development

Monday, September 28 & Wednesday, November 4

UC 272
 

The School of Business Jim Wood Speaker Series is hosting the following guests for fall 2009.  Students are encouraged to come hear these executives discuss life, success, and business.  All students from all majors are welcome.
 
Sally Sidwell-Monday, September 28, 2009, 11:00 a.m., UC 272
Chief Operating Officer, Kaiser Permanente of Georgia

Michael Cotton-Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 12 p.m. UC 272
President, Wellcare of Georgia

In order to receive a "letter" you must attend ONE presentation and

write a one page, typed, double spaced paper on what was discussed and how it may relate to nursing. 

Feel free to attend more that one, but in order to get a "letter" you must write a paper for each. 

Please email all papers to Mebane Key no later than 2 weeks after the presentation. 

Late papers will not be accepted.

PROGRAM OUTCOME: Caring

Saturday, October 10, 2009
Stone Mountain Park

Join us at the 8th Annual Liver Life Walk "Walk for Fun... Walk for Life" to raise funds for liver wellness, education and research. Bring together your family, friends and co-workers to walk around beautiful Stone Mountain Park. You can walk 1 mile, 2 miles, or as far as you want! If you are unable to walk you can show your support as a volunteer by helping with registration, passing out water and cheering the walkers on!  If you are interested in volunteering please respond to M. Kanita Key by September 10, 2009. 

Flyer               

FAQ

Event Schedule:  Registration: 7:30 a.m.

Opening Ceremony and Walk Begins: 8:30 a.m.

Closing Celebration: 10:00 a.m.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Human Diversity

Friday, October 16

Student Activities Center
9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Purpose:  The Diversity and Multicultural Conference is a one-day event designed to address the topics of cultural differences, bias behaviors and attitudes, privilege, power, race, social and world issues. This conference is designed for individuals seeking to:
1.      Understand one’s own identity and culture
2.      Learn effective strategies to enhance communication and cross-cultural understanding in culturally diverse settings.
3.      Increase understanding of issues faced by underrepresented or oppressed groups, such as students of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students, and students with disabilities.
4.      Challenge the unfair, unjust, or uncivil behavior of other individuals or groups.
5.      Understand the impact of diversity in society
6.      Integrate diversity into the classroom, student organization, and workplace.
7.      Become culturally competent leaders.
Tim Wise, one of the most prominent anti-racist writers and activists in the U.S., will be the keynote speaker for this event.
Cost: Free for Clayton State students | $5 for faculty, staff, and Non-Clayton State students.

Deadline to Register: Complete Registration Application by October 2, 2009. Submit form and payment (if necessary) to the Department of Campus Life, Student Activities Center, Suite 223. When you turn in your application, please identify that you are a part of the Student Nurses Association so that you may get a certificate of attendance for your portfolio. For more info visit http://adminservices.clayton.edu/campuslife/

PROGRAM OUTCOME: Communication
 

Sunday, October 18

Piedmont Park

AIDS Walk Atlanta & 5K Run kicked off planning and recruitment of walkers/runners for this year’s event taking place on Sunday, October 18 early in an effort to make this year’s event the most successful ever. In order to ensure this success, we need the tireless and unselfish help of all of volunteers.

The most urgent need is for individuals to man the Phone Banking sessions held at our offices on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. You pick the dates that work best for you. Volunteers are provided with a telephone list and a script to contact individuals who have walked in the past, inviting them to walk this year. Dinner is also served. The following is a link to a list of future Phone Bank & miscellaneous other volunteer opportunities that you could work on:
http://www.aidswalkatlanta.com/Page.aspx?pid=225 --- Event volunteering information

Everyone interested in volunteering should complete the needed information on the AIDS walk website (listed above). Portfolio letters will be handled by Sherri Hamilton of AID Atlanta and will be distributed after the walk is over.

Student Nurses Association AIDS Walk team http://www.aidswalkatlanta.com/Page.aspx?pid=262&frtid=858

PROGRAM OUTCOME: Caring

Saturday, October 24, 2009
8:30 - 3:00 P.M.

3637 Airline Road

McDonough 30252

Kelley Presbyterian Church in McDonough, GA is offering a health fair on Saturday, October 24th from 830AM - 3PM. 8-12 volunteers are needed to work the various stations. Wear nice street clothes (khakis and a shirt) with a lab jacket and name tag. Being there the entire shift would be preferable. Bring a blood pressure cuff and their stethoscope.  No other supplies are needed. Deadline to register is before October 15, 2009.  Professor Mackusick will be there to assist students.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Caring

Saturday, November 21, 2009
7:00 AM - Noon

The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
 

Student volunteers will have the opportunity to serve food to the less fortunate and homeless populations of Atlanta. Volunteers will be responsible for cleaning tables, serving food, making tea/lemonade, and preparing the meals. Please email  volunteer@clayton.edu  or call the Department of Campus Life at (678) 466-5433 to register for this opportunity. Once registered, please email Mebane Key to get a portfolio letter.

PORTFOLIO OUTCOME: Caring
 

This is an ongoing program. Make a donation and use your receipt in your portfolio.

Follow this link:
Atlanta Food Bank 

acfb.convio.net/clayton_state_nurses

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BTN WINTER PROJECTS:

Toys for Tots

Location: Continuing Education/School of Nursing Building, Lecture Hall Lobby

Dates: November 2 - December 11

Description: Donate a new, unwrapped toy to assist in the Toys for Tots campaign and give to needy children at Christmas.

Portfolio letters will be issued for current CSU SNA members. Attach a sheet of paper with your name on the toy. Any questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Scruggs (ascruggs@student.clayton.edu) or Jessi Hare (jhare@student.clayton.edu).

**Note: Memberships still available for SNA...you can apply at the same time you donate...Drop your completed application with applicable funds in the SNA Drop Box located in 214.

Hygiene Kits

Location: Continuing Education/School of Nursing Building

Dates: November 2 - December 11

Description: Donate hygiene kits (full kits only, please) to give to Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless for the Christmas holiday. Portfolio letters will be issued to current CSU SNA members.  Kits should be placed in the donation box located in the Nursing Lab. Please attach a sheet of paper with your name on it. Any questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Scruggs (ascruggs@student.clayton.edu) or Jessi Hare (jhare@student.clayton.edu).

Note: Memberships still available for SNA...you can apply at the same time you donate...Drop your completed application with applicable funds in the SNA Drop Box located in 214.

                       Hygiene kits: All to be placed in a bag, products can be trial sized:

                                           (1) comb         (1) nail file              (1) toothbrush           (1) tube toothpaste

                                           (1) soap bar    (1) deodorant         (1) shaving cream      (1) razor

Remember...during the Holiday Season...'tis better to give than to receive...especially to those less fortunate...Make this Holiday Season count!