Here are some of our volunteer stories...
Carol Diaper - Graduation Stall Coordinator Volunteer
My OU Studies
I am just about to start my 6th and final module towards my BA (Honours) Music.
My volunteer roles
Graduation Stall Cooridinator at the Glasgow Graduation ceremonies. I have been both a volunteer and the stall coordinator at four previous graduation ceremonies.
How has volunteering helped you?
Being present at graduation ceremonies and getting the opportunity to speak to graduates and their families has made me even more excited by mine next year! The stories have been inspiring and to play a part in a graduates big day is very special.
How has volunteering helped me?
Volunteering with the Association has given me a greater understanding of the OU and Higher Education in general. It has also provided me with a leisure occupation which I enjoy and a sense of satisfaction when I can contribute to student experience.
What a 'typical' day in my volunteer roles looks like
Early start to set up the stall and a late finish to break down and pack away the remaining stock. Very busy during the day selling merchandise and advising about the role of the Open SU As a stall coordinator it is also my role to merge all the takings for the day and to total the amount raised in support of the Open SU.
How would you describe volunteering in one sentence?
Fun, fulfilling and friendship.