Student Activities at Rhode Island College

NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Student Activities at Rhode Island College

ADDRESS: 600 Mount Pleasant Ave

Providence Rhode Island 02908

Description of the overall mission of this organization: The Rhode Island College Office of Student Activities is the department on campus that provides involvement opportunities for students. From student organizations to trips and events, and Greek Life to student leadership development and more, there is a wide array of possibilities for all students to make the most of their college investment than just a classroom experience. Students who are engaged can meet more people, learn new things and have a better time throughout their time on campus. Take a look at all there is offered and find something that appeals to you!

Ages of youth served: 18-25

Name of Mentor: Michael Giacalone

Hours worked: (number, days, times)

180 hours

Thursdays and Fridays

4 hours a week

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both)

Fall- Planning Martin Luther King Day for students, faculty, and families of the college. Researching organizations, reaching out to them, and setting up a schedule for the day.

Spring- Holding workshops with other organizations on campus about communication, leadership, hazing, etc.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style)

Depending on the hours you work, you could be with everyone in the office (10 people) to nobody in the office (just you). When I did my internship hours I did 4-6 on Thursdays and I was the only one in the office and then 12:30-2:30 on Fridays and more staff was present. Dress code is comfortable, but professional. You do not need to wear dress pants just make sure everything is covered like it would be for a job.

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc): N/A

Special notes on process of getting this internship: Email Michael Giacalone at mgiacalone@ric.edu to set up a meeting time.

Other internship opportunities with this organization: Networking, Communication Skills, Professionalism

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship? Administrative, Leadership, Independence

Your name: Gianna Cairo

Your cohort: 5

Your email address if others can contact you: gcairo_9256@email.ric.edu