Student Council's Decision-Making Model

Each year, students orchestrate THON, a Penn State student-led philanthropic organization that raises money for Four Diamonds and Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. Throughout the year, students coordinate fundraisers and a 46-hour dance marathon to cover costs that insurance companies will not cover and attain funding for pediatric cancer research. At Penn State, I intend to be a part of this phenomenal organization. Within THON, I plan to continue my leadership through becoming a committee member. Fundraising is an essential component in any kind philanthropic organization; therefore, participating in canning weekends, becoming a committee member, and raising money. All of the money raised through THON benefits Four Diamonds at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital for groundbreaking research in pediatric oncology and medical support for families battling this devastating disease. Over the past 40 years, THON has raised over $127 million dollars to find a cure for pediatric cancer, the leading cause of fatal disease in children, which will impact the lives of those dealing with the effects of cancer and improve the overall quality of life for the

Once loans are repaid, the money can be used to fund new loans and help more impoverished individuals. Throughout high school I have participated in color guard which has allowed me to strengthen my organizational and leadership skills. I have taken these abilities to arrange the project and inform all members of the opportunity. My presentation skills have greatly improved since the start of this project though the numerous displays of the goals and procedures. To reach all members this year, I plan to attend meeting held by other sponsors for other grade levels to provide a personal announcement of the Kiva Project.

I have extensive experience planning and coordinating events. Currently, I am a Program Committee Chair Member for the African American Alumni Society at the University of San Francisco (USF). As a Chair Member, I am responsible for coordinating special events, most recently, the society 's spring event the Black Alumni Mixer at the San Francisco Press Club. We did not have a theme, but our goal was to encourage alumni to reconnect and to donate at least $10, to the African American USF scholarship fund. The budget for this event was $5,000. This budget included food and the venue to host 50 alumni. My role included finding venues, and sending invitations to alumni. Over 100 alumni attended the Black Alumni Mixer, and we raised over $2,000. Additional duties as Chair include recruiting, engaging and encouraging Alumni to participate in university events as volunteers and attend alumni events.

My many years of being involved in student council exposed me to discover my passion for event planning, as well as my area for improvement

boards were integrated into the rooms to give the children an early introduction to computer technology. They also provide opportunities for hands-on activities, which is a great way for children of all ages to get in touch with the world around them. For example, in the one year old’s wing the teachers use the boards for music and sometime the Oklahoma City Zoo’s animal cameras where the teachers teach about the different types of zoo animals. But some parents have regards with SMART boards being used in their child’s room. For example, in the one year old rooms parents sometimes do not want their children being introduced to technology at that early of an age. Which is not a good idea at this time, technology is used everywhere and it is better to learn early on in life.

Every year, Mrs. McIntire hosted a fundraiser to purchase goats and cows for the families in Kenya. Throughout the fundraiser, she would display photos of past recipients and those in need. Also, she would show us videos of their housing conditions and tell us stories of their hardships. My class raised enough money to purchase a goat, but I wanted to do more. Alongside a friend, I collected my children's books and hosted a book sale during

Initially, I would like to talk a little about my role in the fundraising project and then mention about how OB concepts played a role in the completion. My role in the project was Purchasing and Procurement Officer and as the name suggests, this was a very demanding job and highly respected by all my peers. This position was very significant for me that, I cannot emphasize enough how much it is going to help me in my field of studies and possibly my career. Being part of the “Basketball Shootout”, my biggest challenge was to get desirable gifts for the participants and making sure it did not cross the projected budget. In order for me to do the job very efficiently, I had to use my networking skills and track

At my ongoing placement year at KPMG, I was recently assigned as the In-charge for a group of three summer undergraduate interns from the months of June – August 2016. My role included acting as a guide to the new recruits, showing them the ropes of the various functionalities of the unit, and being their first point of contact in case of any issues or challenges that may arise at work. This was a very good experience that gave me an insight on leadership in the professional environment, and also gave me the chance to see the importance of not only to be a “teacher” in a position of leadership but also the relevance of being a “student” as well. At university, I had the opportunity to be the Treasurer of the FXU chapter of Enactus, a society

I chose to complete a fundraiser with The Helpers Organization, which is a nonprofit information and referral program located in Norfolk, Virginia. The Helpers Organization was founded in 2008 by Antwan Staton, as a 501(c) (3) non-profit. It provided utility bills assistance, career programs, and personal growth workshops to the less fortunate people in the Hampton Roads community. They are also a referral program, which provides assistance on a case by case basis. Their utility program is to help clients on a one time basis. After the client receives the Helpers Organization assistance they are encouraged to recover from their situation, without further assistance. However, The Helpers Organization can refer the client to other resources, if necessary. The Helpers Organization primary goal is to help the community of Hampton Roads, by encouraging them to do better with little assistance.

My professional and volunteer responsibilities have been in event planning and fundraising. Ten years ago, I began volunteering as a student member of my high school Key Club. Over the years, I have continued to serve with the Carolinas District of Key Club as an adult board member. The Key Club events have exposed me numerous aspects of event planning such as banquet orders, stage layouts, registrations, logistics, and more, and am proud to say I was able to manage these tasks successfully on a non-profit budget. These events ranged in size and length from one-day training sessions to weekend conventions.

As I entered my third year of Model United Nations at Scituate High School, I did so as Head Delegate facing the task of bringing together multiple groups for a common good. I have always loved the club and attending conferences, but now I am fortunate to have been given the opportunity to lead this group. The position provided me the responsibility of choosing, planning and recruiting for the conference we would attend this coming year.

This program was implemented to bring awareness to the scarcity in the number of volunteers. This program gives students opportunities to help those who need it. Recently, our community held a fundraiser to find the cure for cancer. This fundraiser had been held every year for a long time. This year was my first time that I had attended.

Rachel Bourgeois, a twenty-two year old college student attending Florida Southern College, is currently involved in her senior internship. Working with third graders, Ms. Bourgeois felt as though she had a good idea of what she would be doing during her internship but when it came to applying her skills a definite learning curve took place. Having a pre and post conference for lessons with her supervisors was helpful during her field studies courses. After getting feedback and creative criticism from her advisors Ms. Bourgeois was easily able to pick out things she wanted to improve on. She felt thoroughly prepared in regards to experience, classroom management techniques, and thorough lesson planning methods coming into her internship in

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I was the President of the COOP (Community Outreach and Opportunity Programs) Upward Bound Interact Club and we were sponsored by Rotary Club of Playa Venice Sunrise with the main objective being to assist our community as much as possible. After raising over $500 dollars in a marshmallow roses fundraiser, we