An exciting new volunteer/mentorship opportunity is now available for University of Alabama Students!
The Ferguson Center, along with Community Service Center as well as Student Involvement and Leadership, announced the launch of “Al’s Pals,” a mentorship program that pairs volunteers with a second or third grade student at the new McKenzie Court Community Center in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Mentors will work one-on-one with the elementary students, developing a fun and friendly relationship while helping children with their homework, reinforcing reading and math skills and partaking in enrichment and recreational activities.
“We are so excited about bringing Al’s Pals to McKenzie Court,” says Besty Ervin, McKenzie Court site manager. “This program will allow students to meet people from all walks of life who can give them the confidence they need to realize that they too can go to college and be successful in the future.”
Applications are available through this newsletter via Google Docs. (See below). Applications should be returned when signing up for an interview in Ferguson 356.
New mentor interviews will be held during the week of Nov. 15 and orientation sessions will be held Jan. 12 and 13 at the Ferguson Center. All students at The University of Alabama are invited to apply. While interviews are currently in session, those interested may still contact Al’s Pals for opportunities to be involved.
Mentoring will begin at the McKenzie Court Community Center on Jan. 19 and 20. Mentor meetings will be held every Wednesday and Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. for the rest of the semester. Mentors can choose which day they would like to meet with their mentee.
The Al’s Pals program will help organize transportation to McKenzie Court for mentors if needed and will provide training and support for all Al’s Pals mentors.
For more information or to request an Al’s Pals application, call 205-965-4303 or email alspalsua@gmail.com. (please contact asap if still interested in applying or volunteering)
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