Warm Welcome 2025

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I got an opportunity to connect with the student body and serve my community!

Fun.

Skills and Personal Development: While I was helping move people in, I noticed there was not an elevator operator in Smith Hall. At first, I tried to just get in the elevator independently, but the elevator was too quick for the bin to get situated in time before the door closed. Therefore, I became the elevator operator. This proved to be very helpful for the movers because all they had to do was get in and get out. This taught me to take the initiative when no one else will. Of course, many people were controlling the bins to and from rooms, but when there is a need, don't wait for someone else to meet it.
Understanding and Awareness: There are a lot of really cool people at Memphis, and it is events like this that I met some people I probably would have never encountered without participating in this experience.
Relationships and Teamwork: From this experience, I would really urge people to volunteer whenever they can or attend events if they have any free time.
Organizational Impact and Alignment: The traffic directors were very helpful in guiding the movers to cars. They were attentive, clear with their instructions, and willing to lend a hand if necessary.
Reflection and Improvement: I suppose the only challenge was the elevator, but that was solved without any further complications.

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Today was awesome as I connected with current students and new students at the UofM. While the line was long to get to the elevator (lol), it gave me time to connect with those I helped move in and with other volunteers. I truly enjoyed my experience today! Go Tigers!

Move In Volunteering

Had a great time meeting new students and welcoming them onto campus.