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Below is a list of Community Events and Activities happening around campus in the months to come. All of these events and duties have been approved by the Department of Clinical Education. If you have any questions, please call the Ryan Chapman, community relations coordinator, at ext. 169. Click here for volunteer descriptions.
| Date | Event Description | Volunteer Duties (subject to change) |
| Various | Vinnie the Vertebrate - Wearing the actual costume throughout the year at school functions, etc. | Volunteers: 4 total
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| Jan. 24, 2009 | Chinese New Year Celebration - a party with music, food, and experiences in Chinese culture | Volunteers: 15 total |
| Feb. 14, 2009 | Bloomington Loves Its Kids - Dive-in Movie - Kids and parents are invited to the NWHSU pool to swim and watch a kid-friendly movie. | Volunteers: 2 volunteers and 2 lifeguards |
| Apr. 11, 2009 | Spring Egg Hunt and Festival - Facepainting, entertainment, egg hunt for kids |
Volunteers: 20 Set Up/Tear Down Staff Carnival Games Staff University Booth Monitor Tables Monitor for Safety Decorations |
| June 6, 2009 | Back In Shape Run/Walk – 5k run and walk; kids ½-mile and ¼-mile runs; food; etc. | Volunteers: 80 Set Up/Tear Down Staff University Booth Decorations Registration (Pre and day of) Awards/Raffle Water Stop Signage Traffic Control Start/Finish Line Course Timers Food Monitor Tables Monitor for Safety Kids Central |
| Sept. 19, 2009 | Sweet Serenade at Sunset - evening wine-tasting/desserts for local community | Volunteers: 15 Set Up/Tear Down Staff University Booth Decorations |
| TBD | Make A Difference Day – Raking lawns for local elderly | Volunteers: 85-100+ Raking |
| Oct. 31, 2009 | Citywide Halloween Party - community event for kids; trick or treat alley, games, prizes | Volunteers: 20 Set Up/Tear Down Staff Carnival Games Staff University Booth Decorations |
Click here for volunteer descriptions.
In addition to these scheduled events there may be many opportunities for speaking to local elementary schools. If you are aware that you need hours and are interested in one of these classes, contact the community relations coordinator for a time and school location. Upcoming elementary school speaking requests will also be sent to your Northwestern Health Sciences University e-mail account when received.
Contact Ryan Chapman, community relations coordinator, at (952) 888-4777, ext. 169, or by email at rchapman@nwhealth.edu.