A few examples of recent successful Signature Service Programs are included below. If you would like to get in touch with circle leadership for more information on these programs, click on the institution name to be taken to their contact page.
Into the Streets | Morningside University
The Morningside University Circle coordinates a one-day service project which connects more than 700 faculty, staff, and students with 60-plus local non-profits. Volunteers work for a four-hour shift to assist with each non-profit’s identified need.
CivicScotties | Agnes Scott College
The Agnes Scott College Circle partnered with its on-campus civic engagement office to table for voter registration, voter education, and mail-in ballots throughout the year. O∆K members were trained on how to respond to common questions about voting and assisted students in registering to vote.
Chamber’s Classroom Connection | Florida State University
The FSU Circle adopted a kindergarten classroom at a local elementary school and supported the students throughout the year by providing a volunteer to read to the class each month. The circle also hosted snack and supply drives at general body meetings.
One Warm Coat Drive | Missouri Southern State University
The MSSU Circle collects more than 200 coats and warm clothing items from the campus community, which are donated to a local shelter and the Boys and Girls Club. The event is supported by a student senate grant, which provided funding for donation boxes.
Faculty Appreciation Program | Duquesne University
The Duquesne Circle provided students with the opportunity to recognize professors who best exemplified leadership and excellence in the classroom. Students wrote positive notes to these professors, which members of the circle delivered.
Skunk Day | SUNY Plattsburgh
Skunk Day is a long-standing tradition unique to the SUNY Plattsburgh Circle. Members carry a stuffed skunk named Fiona in a cage, and when a faculty or staff member is “skunked,” Fiona is brought to the person’s office. They are asked to provide either a monetary donation or a non-perishable food item, all of which benefit the on-campus food pantry. That person then has the opportunity to identify the next person to be “skunked.”
Senior Supply Drive | Stephen F. Austin State University
The SFA Circle collaborated with the director of a local senior and rehabilitation center to identify recipients who would receive supplies based on their specific needs, including low-income status, a history of homelessness, or limited family contact or support. Lists of donation items were distributed to partners across campus, local churches, and nearby businesses to initiate the collection of supplies to share with those in need.
Review the Signature Programs Guidelines here. Submit your circle’s Program Report here.
