There are many ways to become involved in EMU's campus life without taking classes through campus volunteer opportunities. If you have an idea for a campus volunteer opportunity or know of an area you’d like to be involved with, contact the ElderQuest office at 734.487.0227 or send us an email at elderquest@emich.edu.

Some of the current ways ElderQuest members can become involved in campus life through campus volunteer opportunities are:

Children's Institute

The Children's Institute is looking for ElderQuest members to be classroom grandparents who would like to spend time with children ranging in age from 18 months to six years old. The hours are flexible and you set your own level of commitment for this opportunity. Some of the ways classroom grandparents participate is by reading to small groups of children, sharing life experiences and participating in playtime.

GEAR UP

GEAR UP is a federal, state and university-funded program encouraging students to prepare for college early. The program offers support to high school students and their parents to help increase access to post-secondary education. There is a wide range of possibilities for ElderQuest volunteers including tutoring and mentoring students, creating student groups or participating in monthly parent meetings.GEAR UP is eager to hear from you about ways you can help support students and/or parents.

Learn more about GEAR UP.

EMU Olds/Robb Rec-IM Center

The EMU Olds/Robb Recreation and Intramural Center is looking for ElderQuest volunteers interested in completing service during the morning hours at the front desk and check-in counter. In exchange for hours completed, you’ll receive a free semester membership.

Guest Lecturing

Do you have career or life experience you would like to share with EMU students? EMU is eager to have you come share life and career experiences to help aid in the education of students. This opportunity can range anywhere from an informal discussion to a full lecture.