William R. Butler Center for Volunteer Service & Leadership Development

students spend over 600 hours of their spring break giving back.

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William R. Butler Center for Volunteer Service & Leadership Development

Congrats to our Get Out the Vote team and students across the campus, especially our political student organizations that helped UM become one of the Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting!!

University recognized as a ‘Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting’ For its intentional work in 2022 to institutionalize nonpartisan democratic engagement and increase student voter turnout, the University of Miami has been acknowledged by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, a network that engages more than 9 million students.

Big shoutout to the amazing student leaders who participated in Umiami Alternative Breaks during Fall Break. Alternative Breaks allow students the opportunity to serve their community, learn about current issues and make lasting friendships🥹

Alternative Breaks will also occur during Spring Break. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be apart of the change !

We are so proud of our emerging student leaders and facilitators that are current student leaders across the campus that joined us for the IMPACT Leadership Retreat 2022. We look forward to all of the achievements these emerging students leaders will make on the University of Miami campus in the years ahead!!

students connect with the community through service. https://bit.ly/3Maox1Z

Great job to the National Gandhi Day of Service Organization and Executive Board for planning an outstanding service day for the 300 UM students that came out to volunteer in the Miami community!!

We are excited to have Lindsey Goldstein join us today for her first day at the U as the next Associate Director of the Butler Center!

In her role, she will be overseeing many of the service and civic learning initiatives. Her oversight will include advising 15+ student organizations, service-related program boards and student organizations, volunteer portal management, campus wide service days, partnerships with 250 community agencies, implementing strategic initiatives regarding community service and civic learning, Social Innovation Grants, University of Miami Alternative Breaks, National Volunteer Week, Leadership UMiami, Hug the Lake, Hurricanes Holiday Gift Drive, supporting Get Out The Vote, Civic Scholars Program, and developing programs supporting student engagement at the U. Please join us in welcoming Lindsey to the Butler Center family!

The moment you have been waiting for is finally here!! Applications are now Open for the Leadership UMiami 2022-2023 Cohort!! Apply today in the link on our bio at the Butler Center website!! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity for a program designed specifically for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Application Deadline is October 2nd at 11:59pm!!

On behalf of the Butler Center for Service and Leadership, we are excited to announce the appointment of Lindsey Goldstein as our next Associate Director. She will be joining the U for her first day on Monday, September 26, 2022.

We are excited to have her join our team and she will be overseeing many of the service and civic learning initiatives. Her oversight will include advising 15+ student organizations, service-related program boards and student organizations, volunteer portal management, campus wide service days, partnerships with 250 community agencies, implementing strategic initiatives regarding community service and civic learning, Social Innovation Grants, University of Miami Alternative Breaks, National Volunteer Week, Leadership UMiami, Hug the Lake, Hurricanes Holiday Gift Drive, supporting Get Out The Vote, Civic Scholars Program, and developing programs supporting student engagement at the U. Please join us in welcoming Lindsey to the Butler Center family and to the U!

Happy Constitution Day!!

Apply to take an Alternative Break this fall! From October 13th-16th, volunteer first-hand with different social issues in the South Florida community. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about local social issues, connect with other UM students, and gain volunteer hours. Follow/DM UMAB on Instagram for more information.

Participant Applications are on engage.miami.edu and due Friday, September 16th at 11:59pm.

❗Apply NOW to be a part of the Tunnel of Oppression E-Board❗ Applications close September 18th at 11:59 PM.

Did you know that Out of State students can Register to Vote on campus for the Midterm Election in the State of Florida? Stop by the Lakeside Patio and Stage on Tuesday, September 20th from 10am-2pm and Register to Vote in Florida for National Voter Registration Day!!

Join the Butler Center and Get Out the Vote on Friday to celebrate Constitution Day!! We will be giving out Cake, Constitutions, and helping the UM community Register to Vote!! See you at the Lakeside Patio and Stage on Friday from 11am-1pm!!

Are you an aspiring student leader looking to transform your leadership development? Apply to become a 'Canes Ignite mentee!

'Canes Ignite provides a mentorship experience at the University of Miami that connects students to current campus leaders and allows them to maximize their potential. Students will be guided in the realms of resume-building, e-board applications, and interview preparation!
Applications are DUE September 26th at 11:59 pm EST. Link in BIO🧡💚

Kick-start your leadership potential alongside other first and second-year students at IMPACT. Spend a weekend exploring leadership through team-building and networking activities that will prepare you to lead throughout your time at UM. Knowledgeable student leaders from all corners of campus will guide you throughout the weekend and connect you with other students in the IMPACT Leadership family.

Deadline TODAY: September 9th at 11:59PM.

***Deadline Extended to Sunday ***

Build Community and Join First Year U Leadership Program

Are you a first-year student that loves open dialogue about relevant social issues and wants to meet new people while exploring the greater Miami area? Well have no fear, First Year U is what you want to hear! In this cutting-edge leadership program, you will build community by engaging in conversations and activities related to Diversity & Inclusion, Civic & Democratic Engagement, Environmentalism, and Public Health. You will dive deeply in thought and mind with a small-group of your peers led by a residential faculty to reflect on sessions and dig deeper into your minds. And last but not least, you will get the opportunity to experience Miami like you haven’t imagined.

Join the campus in a moment of silence at 11am in remembrance of 9/11. Thanks to our Veteran Students Organization (VSO) for coordinating a wonderful remembrance and thanks to our UM community for planting flags honoring lives lost from 9-11am!

Join TODAY for Flag Planting at the U Statue from 9am-11am and a campus moment of silence at 11am to honor the lives lost on 9/11/2001

Thanks to all of the amazing students that came out to volunteer at Orientation Outreach. This was the first service day of the year for our first year students. We worked with Ronald McDonald House, Lotus House, and Box of Joy!! A great day of giving back to the community with our newest ‘Canes!!

We are excited to have Gabrielle Perez join us for for her first day back to the U as Assistant Director of the Butler Center for Service and Leadership.

In her role, she will be overseeing many of the leadership development programs and student engagement experiences. Her oversight will include 15+ student organizations, First Year U, ‘Canes Leadership Scholars, Celebration of Involvement, Whitely Women’s Leadership Symposium, Social Justice Week, Butler Student Organization Leadership Portal, ACC Leadership Program, and programs supporting student engagement at the U. Please join us in welcoming Gabby back to the Butler Center family!

Yesterday was our final farewell to Lindsey Woods as she completed her 7th year in the Butler Center. Most recently, she served as the Associate Director and made an incredible impact on each of our UM students lives during her tenure. We will miss you and your presence in the Butler Center. We wish you all the best in your next chapter as you head to the University of West Florida as their Director of Student Engagement. We know you will make us proud and keep making a difference everyday!! And, always know, you have a home here in the Butler Center Family. Once a ‘Cane, Always a ‘Cane!!

Another position opening at the University of Miami Butler Center!!

UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI JOB OPENING: Join the University of Miami Division of Student Affairs – UM has an opening for the position of Associate Director, Butler Center for Service and Leadership.

This is a great opportunity that is responsible for the management and oversight of the campus volunteer experiences and outreach to community partners to enhance civic participation among students. The University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse community focused on education and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. Review of applications will begin immediately and for best consideration, applications should be submitted by July 26, 2022 at 5pm EST. Please include a cover letter and resume. The salary is competitive and comes with access to a full slate of employee benefits, plus additional earned PTO time, and opportunities for seasonal hybrid-remote work.

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Join the University of Miami Division of Student Affairs – UM has an opening for the position of Assistant Director, Butler Center for Service and Leadership (leadership focus).

This is a great opportunity that is responsible for the management and oversight of the student leadership development process and outreach to community partners to enhance civic participation and leadership development among students. The University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse community focused on education and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. Review of applications will begin immediately and for best consideration, applications should be submitted by June 23, 2022 at 5pm EST. The salary range for this position is $48-$52K, and comes with access to a full slate of employee benefits, plus additional earned PTO time and opportunities for seasonal hybrid-remote work.

https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCareerStaff/job/Assistant-Director--Programs---Butler-Center-for-Volunteer-Service-and-Leadership-Development--Leadership-Focus-_R100058825-1?fbclid=IwAR2K9C64oLPkYLdwDv720o0OIlif5-eKArF76eNSI2Xrhkp3pxZkfu6R7OQ

Congrats to Fabrizio Darby on being selected as the 2022 Newman Civic Fellow for the University of Miami. Today he had the opportunity to sit down with President Frenk and discuss his experiences at the University of Miami and his service to our global community!

The Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellowship at UM is coordinated by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement and the Butler Center for Service and Leadership

We are back this Friday with our long beloved Earth Day tradition, Hug the Lake!🌏🌊 For the first time since 2019, we will be holding this event in person. Join us as we gather around Lake Osceola and bring awareness and attention to our environments and eco system in celebration of Earth Day🌳💚