By Addison Jacoby, IU Corps Intern Beacon is a community organization dedicated to providing a range of solutions for people in poverty living in Bloomington and Monroe County. They have six programs, including the Shalom Day Center, outreach services, and soon the Beacon Center. The Shalom Day Center is a big resource hub for people… Read more »
From dairy farm to sanctuary: The tale of The Goat Conspiracy
By Addison Jacoby, IU Corps Intern Nigerian Dwarf goats weave their way through the herd, greeting visitors with a nudge of their head and desperately attempting to taste the yoga mats as goat yoga at The Goat Conspiracy Sanctuary and Retirement Home begins. While the scene resembles feel-good animal videos found on the internet, the… Read more »
Filling the Gap in Bloomington’s Familial Services: Tandem’s Perinatal Resource Hub
By Addison Jacoby, IU Corps Intern Through innovative programs and services, holistic support, and community building, Tandem is a Bloomington non-profit dedicated to helping mothers and those who menstruate. They offer a variety of services which include childbirth education, 24/7 intensive postpartum support, and free maternity supplies in their “Free Room.” Tandem’s work mostly centers… Read more »
Explore the IU Corps December events
By Charlotte Murphy, IU Corps Intern December is full of opportunities for IU students to get involved, give back, and connect with the Bloomington community! Whether you’re looking to volunteer for a one-time event, support a local organization, or explore ongoing service opportunities, this month offers a few ways to make a meaningful impact. IU… Read more »
Exploring the 15th Annual Kelley and Whirlpool Habitat for Humanity Build
By Charlotte Murphy, IU Corps Intern Every year, the Kelley Institute for Social Impact (KISI) partners with Habitat for Humanity and Whirlpool on a house build for families in need of decent, safe, and affordable housing. KISI offers programs and internships that encourage students to think broadly about the impact of their work on the… Read more »
First-Gen Week is November 3–7
Celebrate First-Gen Week as we highlight and honor IU’s first-generation community! This year’s theme is “The Future is First Gen: On Our Generational Run.” Join the generational run and help celebrate our first-generation students as they shape the future at IU! Check out opportunities to participate in First-Gen Week below and RSVP on beINvolved… Read more »
Opportunities for one-time volunteering on campus
By Charlotte Murphy, IU Corps Intern On September 19 at Maxwell Hall, IU Student Government (IUSG) partnered with IU Corps and the Office of Rural Engagement (CRE) to create art kits with Creative Arts for Veterans. Tyler Body is the service coordinator for IUSG and helped coordinate this partnership with IU Corps. In his role,… Read more »
Bloomington’s Out of the Darkness Walk for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
By Charlotte Murphy, IU Corps Intern On Sunday, October 19, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is hosting their Bloomington Out of the Darkness Walk. The Out of the Darkness Walk is to raise money for suicide prevention and awareness. It also provides a supportive space for those affected by suicide to share their… Read more »
Get involved and give back during October
By Charlotte Murphy, IU Corps Intern October is full of opportunities for IU students to get involved, give back, and connect with the Bloomington community! Whether you’re looking to volunteer for a one-time event, support a local organization, or explore ongoing service opportunities, this month offers many ways to make a meaningful impact. IU Corps… Read more »
Become a leader in the residence halls
Being a Resident Assistant or a CommUNITY Educator is more than just free housing and a line on your resume—it’s a tradition. RAs are leaders within the residence halls, providing personal and academic guidance to students as they navigate their time at IU, while CUEs are focused on shaping the residential environment to be a… Read more »