<b>UNM VOLUNTEER FAIR TO SHOWCASE GREAT PEOPLE WANTING TO DO GREAT

October 6, 2003

UNM VOLUNTEER FAIR TO SHOWCASE GREAT PEOPLE WANTING TO DO GREAT THINGS

On Tuesday, Oct. 21, more than 75 community organizations will converge on the UNM campus as part of the third UNM Volunteer Fair. It will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Union Building Ballroom.

The fair will provide faculty, staff and students the chance to meet with representatives from different local volunteer-oriented organizations participating in the event and to become involved with an organization.

“The Volunteer Fair provides a wonderful opportunity for staff and other members of the university community to get more information about various volunteer organizations,” said Provost Brian L. Foster. “It also is a way to promote and honor the importance of service to the greater community.”

Organized by the Provost’s Committee for Staff, this fun and informative event seeks ways to create and establish a better link between organizations that need support and UNM staff members who can be a valuable resource. Many staff members already volunteer their time, money and expertise to make Albuquerque a stronger, healthier and more vibrant community.

The Provost’s Committee for Staff was founded in 1989 to assist the Provost in determining what activities would provide UNM staff with opportunities for growth, recognition and service. The Volunteer Fair has been held every other year since its inception in 1999. The event is also open to the public. Guests will be treated to lunch including green chili stew, tortillas and beverages while supplies last.

For more information contact Karma Shore (277-8300), volunteer coordinator for the event.

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