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90.9 The Light
CSER 363-001
Supervisor
Steve Stilwell (Email)
Description
Promotions: This involves helping at events that the radio station covers. These events can range from charity fundraisers to Liberty activities. The students involved will be working with our promotions department to setup and run the table/tent in which we interact with those in attendance. We also can have a need for photographers or videographers to help at these events.
News: The student will learn to produce a newscast on the air. The news will contain local, regional, and national events and information informing the listeners of things of importance. It will help develop communication skills. An interest in current events is helpful.
On-Air Broadcasting of Sports or Music: The student will be trained in using broadcast equipment and of on-air policies. Music shifts will involve announcing the songs that are playing and interacting with the listeners by providing spiritually uplifting or informative topics. Sports shifts will cover local teams and provide a service to those who can’t attend the games.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Air Force ROTC
CSER 395-001
Supervisor
Major Mike McKenna (Email)
Description
Students will be assigned to an officer/NCO within the Air Force ROTC department, serving administrative and leadership roles as required within that department.
- Set up for cadet leadership roles
- Generate physical training requirements
- Assist with administrative needs within the Air Force ROTC department
- Provide guidance to Air Force ROTC cadets under the supervision of the Air Force ROTC cadre
- Serve as cadet leaders in the ROTC detachment
- Be involved in recruiting and retaining cadets
- Publicize accomplishments of Air Force ROTC
- Ensure that all administrative and leadership needs of the department are met
- Assist in other duties as required
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Army ROTC
CSER 394-001
Supervisor
Kyle Barrett (Email or 434-582-3180)
Jon Turner (Email or 434-582-3180)
Juan Hernandez (Email or 434-582-3180)
Kyle Shannon (Email or 434-582-2123)
Webpages
Description
This CSER opportunity is reserved for Army ROTC cadets who volunteer for ROTC service events. Service opportunities include supporting local veteran organizations and Valor Farm, Army ROTC color guard, supporting Hydaway racing events, supporting recruiting events, and other opportunities that arise.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Broadcast Communications
CSER 402-001
Supervisor
Sheldon Donigan (Email)
Kevin Silva (Email)
Bennett Brown (Email)
Description
Broadcast Communications was created to amplify the Liberty University brand by showcasing the happenings on campus to the world. With your help, we can create compelling television both for your reel and for our viewers. Select a track below and get started with us today!
Hockey Broadcasts: It’s Hockey Night in Hill City, and we need you to bring the action on the ice into living rooms across the United States and Canada. Students assist in delivering live broadcast content as a member of the production team. This is a great entryway into furthering your broadcast career if desired. For more information, contact Kevin Silva using the contact information above.
Convo Shadows: Experience firsthand the production side of Liberty University’s biggest events, including Convocation and Campus Community. Through this experience, you will get to observe multiple positions on the crew and see what it is like to be a member of the production team. For more information, contact Sheldon Donigan using the contact information above.
An orientation meeting will be scheduled with new students prior to start, detailing expectations and policies.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
College of Applied Studies & Academic Success (CASAS)
CASAS Operations
CSER 331-001
Supervisor
Savannah Flack – Creative Media Lead (Email or 434-592-6434)
Description
Assist with Welcome Week preparation, events, and tear down. Be the friendly face helping make the transition for new students the best it can be!
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
CSER 331-002
Supervisor
TBD
Description
Christian/Community Service credit is available only to the officers of this honor society. Alpha Lambda Delta is a national interdisciplinary honor society that provides Christian, intellectual and social enrichment, along with the leadership experience for the officers and for students who will become eligible for the honor societies of their majors. Eligible students are those finishing their first semester at Liberty with a GPA of at least 3.5. Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD) is a cross-disciplinary honor society, so students are in all schools of Liberty University. The officers may earn CSER credit; the number of officers may be 5-15 in any given year.
International Student Center
CSER 331-003
Supervisors
Sonja Jung (Email or 434-592-4118)
Description
International Student Center
International Student Center facilitates numerous events throughout the year, all requiring much help from student Christian Service workers. Volunteer opportunities include: assisting with cultural open houses, decorations for banquets and special dinners; other office duties such as making copies for special events, organizing print jobs and distributing flyers on campus.
International Ambassador
An International Ambassador has the opportunity to mentor new, incoming international students by assisting with their adjustment to Liberty University. This includes participating in International Orientation Week by helping with international check-in; contacting students before their arrival on campus, assisting international students with moving into their housing assignment, setting up and tearing down all orientation rooms (tables, chairs, flags). International Ambassadors also continue to reach out to their assigned students throughout the semester.
Academic Success Center
CSER 331-004
Supervisors
Madi Anema – Assistant Director of Residential Tutoring Services (Email or 434-592-7788)
Jenny Pretzer – Assistant Director of Residential Writing Services (Email or 434-592-5585)
Dr. Hailey Manicone – Senior Director of Academic Success (Email or 434-592-4206)
Description
Tutoring Services – Peer Tutoring
Madi Anema
Students will have the opportunity to provide tutoring to other Liberty students on campus. Tutors must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, an A or B, and a professor recommendation in any course for which they have an interest to tutor, and a desire to assist students to improve or maintain their academic excellence. Students must be committed to serving approximately 30 hours in a semester, including tutoring two hours a week and attending training and periodic meetings.
Writing Services – Writing Coaching
Jenny Pretzer
Students will work as writing coaches, providing grammatical or content assistance to students working on academic papers. Writing coaches must have an overall GPA of 3.0 and submit a writing sample. Coaches will be expected to serve at least 20 hours per semester, which will include taking coaching appointments and attending periodic meetings. Because of the extensive training involved with Writing Services coaching, this CSER opportunity is only open to current or former Writing Services coaches.
Academic Mentoring – Academic Peer Mentors
Students will be Academic Peer Mentors and will be available to meet with students throughout the semester. Academic Peer Mentors must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, a professor/professional recommendation, and the desire to assist students as they pursue academic excellence.
Testing Services
CSER 331-005
Supervisor
Michell Brandon – Supervisor of Testing Services (Email or 434-582-2408)
Description
Testing Services duties may include administering tests, proctoring in the testing area, and general office work. Students may also act as a reader for special needs students. Workers must be dependable, flexible, friendly, able to multi-task, have good reading skills, and have a desire to help their peers. Students’ hours are spread throughout the semester, including finals week. Exceeding the minimum 20-hour requirement is encouraged and appreciated.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
College of Arts and Sciences
CSER 332-001
Description
Students may serve with the College of Arts and Sciences by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Community Group Leader
CSER 346-001
Description
The responsibility of a Community Group Leader is to lead a small group of around five people from their residence hall in prayer group.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Commuter Event Team
CSER 351-001
Supervisor
Madison Smith (Email)
Webpage
https://www.liberty.edu/students/student-life/commuter/
Description
Tailgates:
During the fall, our office puts on tailgates for all off-campus students. CSER students assist with set up, break down, hospitality, and customer service.
Lounge Assistance:
The commuter lounge is a huge aspect of how we reach students. CSER students assist with making coffee, keeping the space tidy, and swiping students in and out.
Event:
Our office puts on events for the commuter, graduate, and online students. Similar to tailgates, we appreciate help setting up, breaking down, and assisting students during the events.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Debate
CSER 301-001
Supervisor
Michael P. Hall (Email or 434-582-2080)
Jeannine Scorup (Email or 434-582-2080)
Description
The Debate Team hosts a major college debater tournament each Fall. Debaters can expect to do a great deal of work hosting this tournament, including hospitality (setting up food, beverages and snacks), cleaning up and logistical help running the tournament (unlocking doors, helping debaters and coaches find rooms, helping tabulate results, etc). In addition, the debate team does community outreach which usually includes working at the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, visiting a local nursing home during the Christmas season, helping with iKids, fundraising for our Christmas project which provides gifts for local families in need, and providing coaching help for local high school debate teams that do not have trained debate coaches. Students who elect to complete this CSER are required to fill their required CSER hours by working at least one debate related project(tournament help, coaching, judging, etc) and one non-debate related project.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of Biology & Chemistry
CSER 336-002
Description
Assistants will aid in the set-up of biology or chemistry laboratories, help supervise the lab and answer questions in the science lab itself, and/or run review sessions. Limited to biology, nursing and allied health majors. Any students working in a lab will need to take safety training. Students will need to network directly with professors for opportunities to serve in labs. Once they have received approval from a professor they will then be able to register with them under the 336-001 course code.
Procedures
All students will need to attend Safety Training at the beginning of the semester before they will be permitted to assist in the lab.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of History
CSER 332-005
Supervisor
Donna Donald (Email or 434-592-4061)
Description
Local Historical Sites:
Duties will vary according to the needs of the site and may include cataloging collections, research, transcribing historical documents, conservation/preservation, visitor services, conducting tours, managing social media, writing web content, assisting with children’s activities, and/or general office tasks. Some of these local historic sites are also offering virtual opportunities for CSER. For more information, please contact the CSER supervisor listed above:
- Amherst County Museum
- Avoca Museum
- Bedford Boys Tribute Center
- Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library
- Campbell County Historical Society
- Jones Memorial Library
- American Civil War Museum – Appomattox
- Chaplains Museum
- Old City Cemetery Museums
- Patrick Henry’s Red Hill
- Appomattox Courthouse National Historical Park
- National D-Day Memorial
History Department:
Opportunities include assisting with archaeology, creating graphics and promotional material, research, cataloging collections, contributing to social media and web content, preparing exhibits, and digitizing and cataloging archival materials.
Current projects:
- Archaeology at New London
- Chaplain’s Museum
- New London Projects
- Cemetery Cleanup
Virtual Volunteering:
For special circumstances, limited virtual volunteer opportunities are available. Potential volunteers must request approval in advance from the supervisor listed above.
- Smithsonian Digital Volunteer https://transcription.si.edu/tips
- Making History: Transcribe, Library of Virginia https://www.virginiamemory.com/transcribe/
- Virtual Volunteer with Library of Congress. Transcribe, review, and tag LOC documents https://crowd.loc.gov/
- Citizen Archivist with the National Archives https://www.archives.gov/citizen-archivist
- Veteran’s Oral History Transcription Project https://omeka.ncpedia.org/exhibits/show/transcribing-oral-histories/help-us-transcribe
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of Hospitality & Sport Management
CSER 340-003
Supervisor
Dr. Laura Hatfield – Department Chair (Email or 434-592-5659)
Prof. Chris Amos – Undergraduate Program Director (Email or 434-592-5472)
Dr. Phil Blosser – Program Director, Hospitality Management (Email or 434-582-2629)
Dr. Clark Zealand (Email or 434-582-2887)
Description
Individuals will integrate sport and/or hospitality management principles and experience with community service in one of the following areas: Sports Leadership Summit, Coleman’s Run, and other hospitality organizations in the community. Interested students in these areas of service should first contact a full-time faculty member in the Department of Hospitality & Sport Management for opportunities and approval to enroll. Specific requirements will be outlined at the time of this meeting
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of Global Studies
CSER 339-004
Supervisors
Brandon Cox – Assistant Director of GLST Internships (Email)
Chesed Dent – Director of GLST Internships (Email)
Melody Harper – GLST Program Director (Email)
Description
Students working with the Global Studies Department as their CSER will be aiding in event organization and set up. Other responsibilities will include building spreadsheets, networking with GLST connections, and creating graphics. We are also specifically looking for students with skills in videography and video editing. They will be contacted by the department as the semester progresses. If interested in serving with us, please contact Brandon Cox.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of Psychology
CSER 335-002
Supervisor
Lucille Crist – Office Manager (Email or 434-592-4035)
Kevin Conner – Department Chair (Email or 434-592-6285)
Description
CSER workers host Psychology Events for the department. They run the PowerPoint, take attendance, retrieve sound equipment and gift bags for guests, pray with them, and sometimes introduce them. Volunteers will also come during CFAW on Thursday evenings for the “Getting To Know Liberty” event and open house the next day. They will explain to prospective students how the Psychology program works.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Department of Public & Community Health
CSER 336-003
Supervisor
Dr. Robyn Anderson (Email or 434-582-2834)
Description
Public Health major or Health Promotion minors will integrate their knowledge and skills learned in their field of study to serving the community or assisting with faculty research. This can be done through service in one of the following areas: projects or programs created in or associated with the department, departmental clubs, Health Missions Projects, or on specialty projects involving professional practice. Students wishing to participate in research will be assigned to assist a faculty member as a research assistant.
Students interested in the area of service should first contact the CSER supervisor for approval to enroll. If you enroll prior to contacting Dr. Martin, you will not be approved for this CSER as there is a limit of how many placements are available each semester. Requirements will be outlined at the time of this meeting.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Equestrian Center
CSER 349-003
Supervisor
Kimberly Counts – Coach/Barn Staff (Email)
Suzanne Flaig – Director/Head Coach (Email or 434-592-5356)
Kelly Shaw – Farm Management Coordinator (Email or 434-592-5356)
Description
Come and enjoy the expansive 380-acre property at the Equestrian Center on Candlers Mountain. One of the largest facilities of its kind in Virginia, the center features indoor and outdoor riding arenas as well as three barns with 78 horse stalls.
Daily Facility Maintenance: Helping with student work crews (i.e. cleaning stalls, sweeping, watering horses). As well as other tasks around the facility as directed by staff.
Special Events: The Equestrian Center hosts an array of different events including horse shows, demonstrations and clinics. Responsibilities for CSER volunteers include but are not limited to: directing parking, holding horses, and working tables, etc.
All CSER volunteers need to go through an interview process at the Equestrian Center with a CSER Supervisor. Volunteers are also expected to go through a training course with a CSER Supervisor.
Not all CSER Volunteers are guaranteed to be able to work with or around the horses.
Volunteers with horse experience will be given preference.
All CSER volunteers need to go through an interview process at the Equestrian Center with a CSER Supervisor. Volunteers are also expected to go through a training course with a CSER Supervisor.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Health Fitness Program
CSER 336-004
Supervisor
David Horton (Email or 434-582-2330)
Description
The Liberty University Health and Fitness Program is open only to students who have a Health Education or Physical Education major, minor, or endorsement. Students will be involved in the program by working closely with faculty and staff in developing health and fitness individual goals as well as implementing such goals. Students will be participating in health and fitness testing and evaluation (i.e., diet analysis, physical activity analysis, physical fitness analysis, blood lipid analysis, health habit analysis, coronary risk analysis, health risk analysis, etc.), leading exercise modules, providing support and counsel for program participants, assisting in telephone/written follow-up, and participating in other program functions.
Students are also assigned tasks in helping with ultramarathon races in the surrounding area. These events are primarily directed by Dr. David Horton and Dr. Clark Zealand, both LU Professors.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Helms School of Government
CSER 333-001
Description
Students may serve with the Helms School of Government by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Hydaway Outdoor Center
CSER 349-004
936 Camp Hydaway Rd.
Lynchburg VA 24515
Supervisor
Maria Campanella (Email or 434-592-3142)
Webpage
https://www.liberty.edu/campusrec/hydaway-outdoor-center/
Description
Volunteers will report to the Hydaway Outdoor Center and will help maintain the facility as well as the 50+ miles of trail system on Liberty Mountain. Volunteers will hike the trail system with the mindset of picking up trash, identifying downed trees and trails that need maintaining, etc. Along with this CSER, participants will have the opportunity to serve in the Liberty Mountain Trail Series, which are trail races hosted throughout the semester. During these races, volunteers will aid runners throughout the course as well as the set-up and tear down of the event. Students who do want to participate in the Outdoor Recreation CSER program will be required to work at least one race.
There will be orientation after approval.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
IT HelpDesk
CSER 383-001
Supervisor
Kay Roh (Email)
Description
IT is looking for friendly and helpful students to volunteer for this year’s IT HelpDesk Blitz! Don’t worry, you don’t have to be a tech expert to volunteer! Student volunteers will be assisting with greeting customers, checking in customers, and triaging customers.
To sign up to volunteer, visit https://liberty.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0Tha7xVs7CSbfs9.
*This CSER is only available at the beginning of the Fall semester*
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Kappa Delta Pi
CSER 340-002
Supervisor
Dr. Pam Griffin (Email or 434-592-6927)
Webpages
Description
Christian Service (CSER) credit is available only to the officers of this club.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
King’s Players
CSER 350-001
Supervisor
Dave Allison (Email or 434-592-3191)
Description
King’s Players ministers to local churches and schools across the country, on campus, and in the community. It is a touring group that uses drama and music to present the Gospel message. Tours are conducted on weekends, and on spring vacation. This Christian/Community Service is open only to those who have auditioned and been selected for this group by the director. King’s Players is not restricted to drama majors but is open to any student with a talent in drama and music.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LaHaye Ice Center
CSER 362-001
Supervisor
Julia Marcy (Email)
Description
This CSER will involve serving at Liberty Club Sports events including, but not limited to, ice hockey, men’s lacrosse, wrestling, and other events within the Club Sports organization. If you are interested in serving with Liberty Club Sports, please email the supervisor listed above to receive more information. Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LCA Athletics
CSER 312-001
3701 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg VA 24502
Webpage
Supervisor
Jonathan Mitchell (Email)
Description
LCA is looking for volunteers to work with the athletic teams. Volunteers will likely exceed 20 hours and the commitment is for the duration of the sports season, or as determined by the LCA coach or the athletic office. Students will be working with administrators, coaches, parents, and students and should be friendly, dependable, and professional.
Students are required to complete a background check and pay the $10 processing fee.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LCA Early Learning Center
CSER 312-003
3701 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg VA 24502
Supervisor
Lacey Beckwith – Assistant Director (Email or 434-832-2074)
Description
Students will assist teachers in a variety of tasks including bulletin boards, preparing materials, filing, working in the office, and other classroom tasks. Students may assist in preschool classrooms and the Early Learning Center office. Hours are flexible between 8:00 am and 12:00 pm. Students should help support the academic environment of LCA by wearing professional, modest dress. Piercings are not permitted, except for ear piercings for ladies. Students will be working with administrators and teachers. Volunteers should be friendly, dependable, and professional.
Students are required to complete a background check and pay the $10 processing fee.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LCA Elementary School
CSER 312-002
3701 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg VA 24502
Supervisor
Nicole Griffin – Elementary Assistant Principal (Email or 434-832-2057)
Amy Love – Director of Curriculum and Instruction (Email or 434-582-3655)
Description
Students will assist teachers in a variety of tasks including grading, bulletin boards, preparing materials, research, working with students, and other classroom tasks. Students may assist in elementary classrooms, the elementary office, or the LCA library. Hours are flexible between 8:15 am and 3:30 pm. Students should help support the academic environment of LCA by wearing professional, modest dress. Piercings are not permitted, except for ear piercings for ladies. Students will be working with administrators, teachers, and students. Volunteers should be friendly, dependable, and professional.
Students are required to complete a background check and pay the $10 processing fee. Students will be required to comply with all health guidelines in place.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LCA High School
CSER 312-005
3701 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg VA 24502
Supervisor
Dawn Thomas – High School Assistant Principal (Email or 434-832-2007)
Webpages
www.lcabulldogs.com
@lcabulldogs
Description
Students will assist high school teachers in a variety of tasks including grading, bulletin boards, preparing materials, research, working with students, and other classroom tasks. Students can work with teachers in a variety of subject areas. Students can assist in high school classrooms or the LCA FLEX school, which is an alternative setting for high school students. Hours are flexible between 8:15 am and 3:30 pm. Students should help support the academic environment of LCA by wearing professional, modest dress. Piercings are not permitted, except for ear piercings for ladies. Students will be working with administrators, teachers, and middle school students and should be friendly, dependable, and professional.
Students are required to complete a background check and pay the $10 processing fee. Students will be required to comply with all health guidelines in place.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LCA Middle School
CSER 312-004
3701 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg VA 24502
Supervisor
Amy Love (Email)
Jennifer Crews – Middle School Assistant Principal (Email or 434-592-5498)
Webpages
Description
Students will assist middle school teachers in a variety of tasks including grading, bulletin boards, preparing materials, research, working with students, and other classroom tasks. Students can work with teachers in a variety of subject areas. Hours are flexible between 8:15 am and 3:30 pm. Students should help support the academic environment of LCA by wearing professional, modest dress. Piercings are not permitted, except for ear piercings for ladies. Students will be working with administrators, teachers, and middle school students and should be friendly, dependable, and professional.
Students are required to complete a background check and pay the $10 processing fee. Students will be required to comply with all health guidelines in place.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Liberty Champion
CSER 317-001
Supervisor
Debbie Huff (Email or 434-582-2428)
Description
Champion newspaper office is 1565 Green Hall.
Work on the Liberty Champion can be done in several areas: writing for news, feature, editorial and sports pages; work in photography; copy editing; and helping with the delivery of the newspaper around the campus and community.
Once students decide what they want to do, they will be assigned to a section to work and will be contacted by a staff member with instructions. After that they will be expected to touch base with the section editor each week until the minimum hour requirement has been met. Students may find this service as a good way to build their portfolios.
Evaluation is based on the amount of contributions and the quality of work.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Liberty Counsel
CSER 531-001 Liberty Counsel Media Relations
CSER 531-002 Liberty Counsel University Relations
Supervisor
Cindy Matthews (Email or 434-592-4881)
Description
Liberty Counsel is a ministry affiliated with Liberty University and located and located in LUO at the Mall. Liberty Counsel’s media department seeks students for online public relations activities. Successful applicants will be positive, witty students with excellent writing, spelling, and computer skills who want to use their skills to promote their university. Their office is in the LUO area at the Mall.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Liberty Prison Ministry
This organization is not offering CSER opportunities at this time.
CSER 352-001
Supervisor
Dave Stinnett (Email)
Description
Evangelize- Opportunity to evangelize and reach out to men, women, and young people who are in a correctional facility. This can include preaching, singing, playing instruments, and sharing the Gospel. This is an excellent outreach for students to serve the least of these and demonstrate Christ’s love.
All students must be approved by the director of Liberty Prison Ministry.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Liberty Worship Collective
CSER 302-002
Supervisor
Eunice Chung (Email or 434-582-2310)
Description
This CSER opportunity is currently only available for Liberty Worship Collective Students.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Alumni Relations
CSER 329-001
Supervisors
Madison Carter (Email)
Evan Griffith (Email)
Zachary Havens (Email)
Greg Tiley (Email)
April Tolley (Email)
Webpage
https://www.liberty.edu/alumni/
Description
CSER volunteers help with local events that the Alumni office puts on. This includes manning tables at events, setting up and tearing down events, etc. Depending on the event, the students may be asked to wear either jeans with a volunteer shirt or dress pants with a volunteer shirt.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Center for Church Advancement
CSER 399-001
Supervisor
Yanni Tsamoutalidis (Email or 434-592-5964)
Description
The Center for Church Advancement (CCA) exists to come alongside the local church in its quest to fulfill the Great Commission. One of the ways it does so is by mobilizing LU Students to serve and advance church plants. This Spring 2023 semester, LU Students can work with CCA and travel to multiple church plants around Virginia and help church members with things like: door-to-door evangelism, mentoring elementary school students, prayer walks, event hosting, etc. LU Students can also help CCA host its own events, such as the Church Planting and Revitalization Simulation on February 11th. Come join us and help us advance the local church!
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Chorale
CSER 399-001
Supervisor
Daniel Suttles (Email or 817-727-2783)
Description
Singing in Liberty University Chorale. Rehearsals MWF 2:10-3:00 in room 180 in the School of Music. University Chorale is a worship ministry that glorifies the Lord through our music, rehearsals, and concerts. We also lead worship services in schools, churches, and in community venues.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Concert Choir
CSER 324-001
Supervisor
John Hugo (Email or 434-582-2359)
Description
Liberty University Concert Choir is a mixed choral group that performs both on and off campus in concerts and in local churches. Choral worship is presented on several selected Sunday mornings in local churches, and specific dates are announced to the group very early in the semester. Full participation in the group’s activities is required.
LU Events
CSER 364-001
Supervisor
Jarrod McAninch – Assistant Director (Email)
Webpages
https://www.liberty.edu/events/
Description
SERs working meets hosted at the Indoor Track will assist University Events staff with operational tasks leading up to, during, and following each meet. Responsibilities will include various setup and teardown needs around the Indoor Track complex, traffic direction, monitoring parking, monitoring different areas of the facility, etc.
Seeking up to 5 CSERs per event. Available dates are listed below. The exact event times are TBD but should be 8-12 hours per day.
- Saturday, 1/28: LCA Bulldog Invitational
- Monday, 2/27, through Thursday, 3/2: VHSL Indoor Track State Championships
Prior to registering, students interested in working with University Events need to reach out to our office at events@liberty.edu to confirm availability.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Fellowships
CSER 321-002
Supervisor
Scott Leuz – DC Program & Placement Coordinator (Email)
Description
This is an opportunity for former Washington Fellowship students to give back to the program by assisting us through recruiting, speaking to future fellows, mentoring, and more.
Procedures
This CSER opportunity is only available to former fellows.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Forensic Speech and Debate Team
CSER 366-001
Supervisor
Denise Thomas (Email)
Webpage
Description
The Forensic Speech and Debate Team represents the University in competitions with other colleges and universities. Students may compete in the eleven traditional forensics events, as well as parliamentary debates. Team members are required to attend weekly team meetings, as well as coaching sessions. Prior experience is not required but is preferred.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Online Engagement
CSER 302-006
Supervisor
William Faber (Email)
Will Scheren (Email)
Webpages
Description
The goal of a CSER worker will be to grow the reach and following of the Office of Spiritual Development.
CSER workers will also keep up to date statistics of LibertyOSD social media posts.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Send
CSER 302-003
Contact Information
CSER Supervisors will be assigned on a trip-by-trip basis.
Description
CSER with LU Send is only offered if you are already approved for an LU Send trip. For more information about trips with LU Send, please use the link below.
https://www.liberty.edu/osd/lu-send/
Before registering, you are required to reach out to a trip coordinator via the contact information above to confirm availability.
LU Serve
CSER 302-005
Supervisors
Daniel Smith (Email or 434-582-2213)
Valeria Alfageme (Email or 434-592-6828)
Description
Each year LU Serve produces large events (Global Focus Week, the Serve Expo, and Serve Lynchburg) and each year we need a large team to make it happen. All skill-sets are needed from acting, hosting, to even some event coordination – we could use your skills and talents!
Volunteer spots are limited and competitive, so if interested, contact us at serveevents@liberty.edu to let us know that you are interested in being on the team! An LU Serve staff member will follow-up with you.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
MK/TCK Program
CSER 302-008
Supervisor
Nastaran Nastinka Morgan (Email)
Description
Volunteers are needed to assist with the MK/TCK Program, run through the LU Shepherds Office. We will need help with administrative tasks, organizational tasks, support, and practical moving and logistical tasks.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Office of Equity & Inclusion
CSER 357-001
Supervisors
Tunya Pannell (Email or 434-592-4119)
Description
The Office of Equity & Inclusion works across the entire university (leadership, faculty, staff, and students), piloting programs related to accreditation, academia, advocacy, education/professional development, retention/graduation rates of underrepresented populations, socialization, and community outreach. CSER at the OEI consists in assisting with related tasks, including set up, tear down, planning, and execution of diverse events for the students, faculty, and staff. This CSER requires participation in OEI’s CFAW events.
NOTE: IDE Fellowship students are required to complete CSER with the Office of Equity and Inclusion.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
CSER 330-001
Supervisor
CSER 330 Approval Team (Email or 434-582-4460)
Description
The On-Campus Recruitment event team has the opportunity to serve during many events throughout the year at Liberty University. This CSER is all about fast-paced, exciting interaction with Liberty’s recruitment event team and our future students.
If you want to join a team that is excited to show Liberty, then sign up for one of the events below! Note that you can do some hours at CFAW and some at ExperienceLU, or, you can do ExperienceLU and DecideLU during the summer. You can choose the hours that best work for your schedule based on what is published and available through Canvas. If you have questions, feel free to email us at CSER330@liberty.edu.
College For A Weekend (fall & spring) is a four-day event, Thursday through Sunday, where prospective students take the time to see what LU is all about. We have the most shifts available through this opportunity. Some students will work Wednesday through Sunday during just one CFAW, or they might work two CFAW events in one semester. If you work this event, you will assist with set up, tear down, leading guests, assisting the team with set-up, special projects, cleaning, and more!
ExperienceLU (fall, spring, and summer) is an exciting single-day event where prospective students and their families come to campus and experience what it’s like to be a student. Guests can sample food like Garbanzo, Star Ginger, and more, all while taking an in-depth tour of campus, residence halls, convocation and so much more. If you work this event, you will assist with set up, tear down, leading guests, assisting the team with set-up, special projects, cleaning, and more!
DecideLU (June & July) is an event focused on acclimating future students. Guests come to campus to finalize their plans for the fall semester and have the opportunity to meet with staff and take a tour of the campus. If you work this event, you will assist with set up, tear down, leading guests, special projects, cleaning, and more!
Graduate School Preview Day and the Graduate Fair are our events focused on recruitment for The Graduate School at Liberty. At this event, you will assist with clean up, set up, tear down, guest interaction, directing guests, cleaning tables, and much more.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Psi Chi Honor Society
CSER 335-003
Supervisor
Marilyn Peyton (Email)
Description
Psi Chi officers are chosen in the Spring before they begin to serve. They meet weekly during their Fall and Spring year of service and plan for Psi Chi member meetings and events. New members are approved for a Spring induction. National dues are paid to the national association and the Liberty chapter of Psi Chi collects local dues into an off-campus bank account.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Rawlings School of Divinity
CSER 339-001
Description
Students may serve with the Rawlings School of Divinity by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Resident Assistant
CSER 348-001
Description
The RA may earn CSER through ministry service hours with the students on their halls. The ministry service hours may include but are not limited to, peer counseling, mentoring, discipleship, planning and executing hall service projects, and organizing hall events of a spiritual nature.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Resident Shepherd
CSER 347-001
Description
The Resident Shepherd (RS) assists in facilitating the spiritual programs that will lead to the spiritual development of the students on his/her hall. The RS’s have the primary responsibility with Community Group Leaders (CGL) to minister, mentor, and equip them for their ministry.
Resident Shepherds are eligible to receive CSER for activities and services above and beyond the requirements of their scholarship.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Scaremare
CSER 339-002
Supervisor
Josh Coldren (Email or 434-582-2180)
Description
FALL SEMESTER ONLY
Scaremare is an evangelistic outreach conducted every October for nine nights by the Center for Youth Ministry. It is called a “House of Death,” where we depict scenes of death and fear. This tour through the house concludes by confronting the individual with the reality of death through an evangelistic message. Students have the opportunity to work a minimum of three nights and one workday in a number of different and exciting positions to fulfill their Christian Service requirement. These positions include being a character in the house, security, Line Slasher, and prayer/encouragement.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Aeronautics
School of Aeronautics: CSER 334-001
Closed
SOA Ambassadors: CSER 334-003
Supervisor
Alyssa Stone (Email)
Steven Brinly (Email)
Description
SOA Ambassador enrollment is for students completing a semester of service in CSER 334-002. Students who want to enroll must first confirm eligibility with Alyssa Stone. School of Aeronautics Ambassadors serve as tour guides for visitors and/or aviation conferences, and represent SOA at other approved aviation-related events. Students may also assist in K-12 school field trips to SOA, aviation camps, service projects, and other community outreach activities related to aviation and aviation career awareness. CSER 334-002 is by application and interview only. Request an application from Alyssa Stone.
NIFA Team: CSER 334-004
Supervisor
Katie Wagner (Email)
Description
Designated Team Captains (Two) receive CSER credit in conjunction with their service/leadership role. Participants on the approved National Intercollegiate Flight Association Team may receive CSER credit by organizing and participating as a team on an LU Serve-approved project. Otherwise, NIFA team members must complete their CSER requirement via another track.
Airport Management: CSER 334-005
Supervisor
Tony Cihak (Email)
Description
School of Aeronautics students may serve as airport facilities and grounds caretakers of an active airport. Activities include and are not limited to facilities repair and upkeep, airfield lighting maintenance and upkeep, and airfield ground maintenance and improvements. Typical duties will include, lawn mowing, weed whacking, light bulb replacement, snack/refreshment replenishment, facilities general cleaning / sweeping / mopping/care. Students will work under the direct supervision of an airport authority member and/or the airport manager of the airport they are assigned to. Students will have direct interaction with airport management and will be exposed to the FAA requirements associated with operating and maintaining an active and operational airport. Students are required to provide their own transportation to the assigned local airport for service opportunities. Students should expect to be required to operate heavy machinery associated with lawn mowing and other airfield operations/maintenance requirements. Specialized training will be provided when needed. CSER 334-003 is a year-round CSER option, open exclusively to LUSOA residential students. Students who want to enroll please confirm eligibility with Professor Cihak.
UAS Outreach: CSER 334-006
Supervisor
Ki Guillen (Email or 434-582-2539)
Description
The UAS outreach CSER is designed to incorporate principles learned in the UAS program with education outreach. Students involved in this CSER will be working with local schools to mentor and teach students about the principles of Unmanned Systems. Students will be expected to attend weekly or biweekly sessions with the specific schools and student groups to complete their hours for the semester.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Behavioral Sciences
CSER 335-001
Description
Students may serve with the School of Behavioral Sciences by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Business
CSER 337-001
Description
Students may serve with the School of Business by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Communication and the Arts
School of Communication and the Arts
CSER 345-001
Description
Students may serve with the School of Communication and Digital Content by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Play Production Staff
CSER 345-002
Supervisor
Mark Howieson – Scenic Artists/Paint (Email or 434-592-6305)
Michael Wrape – Set Construction (Email or 434-582-2083)
Lynne Forth – Costumes (Email or 434-582-7082)
Sam Van Vossen – Ushers (Email or 434-582-7899)
Description
This Christian/Community Service is designed for those students who desire to contribute their talents on campus to the Department of Theatre Arts.
Painting / Set Construction: Helping in the Scene Shop with set construction, painting, etc. for the upcoming theatre productions.
Costumes: Sewing costumes for the upcoming theatre productions.
Ushers: Works seven showtimes during each semester, helping patrons find seats, programs, and provide customer service.
Policies
– Students must schedule work periods of at least 2 hours at a time-including set-up and clean-up.
– Shops are open 9-5 weekdays and 6-10 PM Tuesday and Thursday for hours.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Cinematic Arts Center
CSER 345-004
Supervisor
Seth Houser (434-582-7408 or Email)
Description
The Cinematic Arts Zaki Gordon Center offers students the opportunity to fulfill their Christian Service Evaluation Requirement in the Cinematic Arts Equipment Room.
As students will organize and inventory gear, they will have the opportunity gain experience with equipment like our RED Digital Camera systems, Audio-Technica and Lectrosonics sound kits, Arri HMI and Tungsten lights, Tiffen and DJI camera support systems, and our Jimmy Jib camera crane system. They will clean and maintain equipment, work with the barcoding system to ensure efficiency during gear check-ins and check-outs, and gain a better understanding of what the day to day operations look like within a rental warehouse.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Education
CSER 340-001
Description
Students may serve with the School of Education by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Engineering
CSER 341-001
Supervisors
Students may serve with the School of Education by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Description
Engineering students may petition to serve as Laboratory Assistants in exchange for CSER credit. Engineering Laboratory Assistants serve the School of Engineering community by staffing the Engineering Makerspace and Machine Shop. The Laboratory Assistant position is a CSER opportunity, not to be confused with the Laboratory Technician position, which is a paid position, requiring significantly more time commitment.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Health Sciences
CSER 336-001
Description
Students may serve with the School of Health Sciences by connecting with a professor directly to find a CSER opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Music
CSER 343-001
Marching Band
Supervisor
Stephen Kerr (Email)
Description
The following voluntary Christian service activities are available to persons participating in the Liberty University Band. All members have accessibility to these activities. Membership in the Liberty University Band does not fulfill CSER requirements without the documentation of additional activities listed below. As a member of the band, each person may fulfill their Christian service requirements by service in any of the following area(s):
- Participating in member-to-member discipleship.
- Presenting devotionals to the band during the semester.
- Sharing their faith following performances in the community and on other college campuses.
- Witnessing one-on-one at rest stops and restaurants when the band travels. Literature for distribution will be provided by the music department.
- Providing service to area high schools via special performances and visits during the semester.
- Setting up, maintaining, and packing a large quantity of band equipment.
- Cleaning rehearsal locations following rehearsals.
- Loading and unloading of band equipment truck for all rehearsals and performances.
- Providing service via running errands, fulfilling office-related tasks, and maintaining practice and storage facilities.
- Promoting concerts throughout the community by the distribution of flyers and/or other materials.
Participating in various other activities that reach beyond the requirements of the band program. Be informed that these activities must be approved by the Christian service officer and director.
MUSC 103-001, 312-001
Supervisor
Luca Trombetta (Email)
Description
CSER assistant for MUSC 312 (Music History) or MUSC 103 (Music Appreciation). The professor of this class, Dr. Luca Trombetta, is looking for one assistant for each class to help monitor students and help with miscellaneous duties.
Piano Tutoring at the School of Music Keyboard Labs
Supervisor
Kim Witt (Email)
Description
Offer assistance to group piano students and students preparing to pass portions of the Keyboard Proficiency Exam.
Communicate with the Coordinator of Group Piano to schedule tutoring hours and keep track of current group piano assignments.
Must be a piano primary with approval from Dr. Hardin, able to schedule an average of 2 tutoring hours per week.
School of Music Percussion Studio Technician
Supervisor
Jay Ware (Email)
Description
- Weekly inventory of all percussion instruments (Percussion Lab and Wenger percussion practice rooms). Student will also check to make sure all instruments/equipment are in the proper location.
- Repair and maintenance of instruments/equipment – student will be taught how to change and tune drum heads, replace tambourine heads, clear timpani heads, repair various equipment, etc. and then expected to take care of these needs throughout the semester as it also relates to his/her inventory responsibilities.
- Assist with setting up and tearing down before and after Area Recitals, Studio Classes, Percussion Ensemble rehearsals, and for prospective students auditioning for the studio.
- Getting to Know Sessions and other “meet and greet” style sessions held by the SOM – student serves as a Percussion Studio Ambassador and greets prospective students and their parents, speaks with them about the SOM, percussion studio, student life, etc.
School of Music Event Photographers
Supervisor
Stephanie Wilkinson (Email or 434-582-2216)
Description
This position involves attending School of Music concerts and special events in order to capture photos of our ensembles as they perform. This position may also include some photo editing and social media post creation, as necessary. The schedule is flexible, allowing CSER students to work around their current academic courses and other responsibilities. Most events take place in the evening on weeknights.
School of Music Usher and Event Support
Supervisor
Stephanie Wilkinson (Email or 434-582-2216)
Description
This position consists mainly of helping host and usher at School of Music concerts and events. Responsibilities include greeting and directing guests, scanning tickets, assisting the elderly to their seats, and walking through the venue to check for trash after the event. Most events take place in the evenings (6:30-9:30 pm) or on weekends and students are able to choose the events that work with their semester schedule.
There will be a mandatory orientation at the beginning of the semester to discuss responsibilities, scheduling, dress code, and expectations. Time and Date TBA. Registered participants will be notified of this meeting once they have been approved.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing
CSER 344-001
Supervisor
Dr. Cindy Goodrich (Email or 434-582-2553)
Dr. Diane Bridge (Email or 434-582-2518)
Webpage
https://www.liberty.edu/nursing/
Description
Students work with the department chair to provide student input for various departmental decisions. Students, also serve as representatives for functions such as open houses, accreditation visits, panel discussions, and department tours. CSER hours with a research emphasis will support Liberty University Research Week activities. Available for junior and senior-level nursing students.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing LUNSA
CSER 344-002
Supervisor
Dr. Dana Woody (Email or 434-582-6798)
Description
Students support nursing association activities to include: community service projects, educational and leadership programs, philanthropic events, as well as local, state, and national student association activities.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing Simulation Center
CSER 344-003
Supervisor
Tara Smith (Email)
Description
The CSER nursing student will assist in the main lab by managing 210 and 221, filming checked off assignments, directing to locations, and answering generalized nursing questions. The CSER student will assist in multiple event set-ups and break-downs that will at times require the movement of furniture and simulators. The student will additionally assist in general lab maintenance. Students must be approved by the Nursing Lab Coordinator and must complete an orientation to the position.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing LUNSA (PROMISE Project)
CSER 344-004
Supervisor
Dr. Dana Woody (Email or 434-592-6798)
Description
PROMISE (Peers reaching out to motivate, inspire, strengthen, and empower) provides support to students in the nursing program. Students serve as mentors or mentees in the areas of scholarship, leadership, and service to motivate students to excel in the classroom and clinical settings; inspire nursing students to achieve expectations, while fostering an environment of success; strengthen the mind, body, and spirit of students, and empower students to invest in themselves. LUNSA membership is required for ALL PROMISE Project participants.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing Patho Tutoring
CSER 344-005
Supervisor
Erika Moore (Email or 434-582-2529)
Description
Involves a mentorship model of upperclassmen who scored an A or high B in NURS 115 meeting with freshmen, currently enrolled in the course to assist in the application of course information.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing Med/Surg Tutoring
CSER 344-006
Supervisor
Dr. Mary Lynn Clarke (Email or 434-582-2519)
Description
Students will tutor 300 level NURS classes. This may include one-on-one or small group tutoring. Students will review class materials, PowerPoints, and notes. Students may prepare quizzes, games, or critical thinking exercises. Group interaction and problem-solving strategies will be involved.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing OB Tutoring
CSER 344-007
Supervisor
Linda Gregory (Email or 434-582-2532)
Description
Involves a mentorship model of upperclassmen who scored an A or high B in NURS 354 meeting with freshmen, currently enrolled in the course to assist in the application of course information.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
School of Nursing Community C.A.R.E. Project
CSER 344-008
Supervisors
Dr. Dana Woody (Email or 434-592-6798)
Lisa Gazan (Email or 434-582-2519)
Description
The LUSON Community C.A.R.E. (Community Action for Resilience and Empowerment) Project is a clinical experience that involves carrying out the nursing process within a defined geographic community targeting a diverse population—in support of health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction.
CSER credit is only open to students in NURS 442, 443. Credit is available for hours served above and beyond 35 hours required in the syllabus. Students can earn one credit for 55 hours and two credits for 75 hours in the C.A.R.E. project.
SGA Accounting Society
CSER 311-003
Supervisor
Jamie Stowe – Assistant Professor of Accounting (Email or 434-592-6933)
Mechelle Lafon – Assistant Professor of Accounting (Email or 434-592-5070)
Webpages
https://www.luaccountingsociety.org/
Instagram
Facebook
Description
Volunteer Tutoring: Students who have completed ACCT 211 and 212 with a grade of at least a B and have the recommendation of a Liberty University Accounting professor may serve as a peer volunteer tutor for the Accounting Society.
Leadership: The Accounting Society’s leadership team includes roles such as President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Tutoring Coordinator. Officers are elected each spring for the following academic year, and may receive CSER for their service.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA American Marketing Association
CSER 311-035
Supervisor
Chris Huseman – Faculty Advisor (Email)
Webpage
Description
Marketing Consulting: Throughout the year, AMA members offer marketing consulting to area nonprofit organizations, businesses, and entrepreneurs. Twice a year, formal consulting events are held where AMA members meet face to face with individuals to get advice and help on business ideas, product launches, and more. Students also develop full research and marketing plans, video productions, websites, and more in both formal and informal competitions and environments with their collegiate peers.
Digital Marketing & Promotions: AMA members are paired with inquiring organizations, events, and businesses to serve in developing digital marketing assets such as display ads, offer analysis on digital analytics, website design, and more. In addition, AMA members actively work on select projects to help promote non-profit organizations and events.
Marketing Research: AMA members conduct business research, assess needs, design surveys, and interpret results. These activities are done for non-profit organizations, club sports, and other entities.
Event Marketing: AMA members help produce all facets of events from fundraising events to races and more. They will assess the needs of the market, create a strategy for the target market, assist at the event itself and assess the success of the event and the marketing strategies of such after the event.
All of the above is done under the guidance and leadership of Dr. Chris Huseman, PhD, PCM, Associate Professor of Marketing, and Faculty Advisor for the LU AMA chapter. Dr. Huseman assesses the needs, assigns the students based on their skills, passions, and interests, and works with the student and organization to ensure service hours are met as scheduled.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Association of Latin American Students (ALAS)
CSER 311-037
Supervisor
Jonathan Herrera Regalado (Email or 540-845-2147)
Description
The Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) provides a platform for Latin American students to grow in their community, faith, and academics as they are exposed to opportunities and events during each semester. Therefore, we will need people to help us organize and serve during these events. Our service opportunities include event planning, preparation, and execution. Our volunteers are also advocates for our organization among other students.
All CSER Volunteers will need to attend a CSER Orientation at the beginning of the semester.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Association of Students of African Descent
CSER 311-017
Supervisor
Yaw Adu-Gyamfi – Faculty Advisor (Email)
Description
What we stand for:
To promote cultural and social awareness of the African people amongst the entire student and Faculty at Liberty University. To facilitate better communication and understanding between African people and all other members of the university community. To encourage activities that portray the noble cultural heritage of the African continent. To encourage international students’ involvement in missionary work.
What are our goals:
Social, Cultural, and Educational activities: Promote and facilitate missionary trips to and from Africa, especially to ethnic groups in the rural areas of Africa. Organize entertainment functions and participate in cultural connection festival.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Athletic Training Student Association
CSER 311-006
Supervisor
Kelly Lumpkin – Associate Professor for Allied Health Professions (Email or 434-582-7110)
Description
CSER Is available for club officers only through this CSER code. All other members may contact the individuals below for CSER opportunities.
Volunteer at the Veteran Farm for Veterans Memorial Mudder/5K. Volunteers are expected to set up and cleaning up after the race. Raising funds to sponsor runners is helpful but not necessary. Usually late October & May.
Contact James McLeod or Bonnie Picking at 434-219-1000 for this service opportunity.
Volunteering for Marine Marathon medical tent for multiple hours on a Sunday late in October. Transportation to Arlington, VA is necessary, and sharing hotel stays should be considered due to the start time of the race. Preregistration in August is required. Dr. Gage is the point contact and his contact information is 434-582-3763. Campus Recreational volunteers for special events.
Contact Kevin Fortier at 518-586-2393 for this service opportunity.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Autism Speaks U
CSER 311-026
Supervisor
Ester Jin-Sook Warren (Email or 434-592-6468)
Description
Autism Speaks U (ASU) exists to bring community and advocacy to campus through social events, advocacy seminars, and other fun activities on and off campus. ASU connects students who are on the spectrum with other students on campus, providing opportunities for fellowship, student leadership, and self-advocacy through monthly meetings and shared activities. Follow them on Instagram @AutismSpeaksULiberty
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Caribbean Student Association
CSER 311-010
Supervisor
Dr. Esther Alcindor – Faculty Advisor (Email)
Webpages
Description
The purpose of the Caribbean Student Association is to create a home away from home. We want our members to create an atmosphere where outsiders can enjoy and experience our culture. Therefore, our events are based on cultural activities that we can share within our Liberty and Lynchburg community.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Catholic Campus Ministry
CSER 311-016
Supervisor
Neal Brasher – Associate Professor, Department of Theatre Arts (Email or 434-582-7621)
Description
The mission of the Catholic Campus Ministry to help build fellowship within our club and community. We serve our students by guiding our members to grow. We serve our community by lending a helping hand to those in need. Volunteers are helpful in making our mission possible.
The expectation of a CSER volunteer include is one service project per semester with smaller projects within the club regularly.
Service projects include but not limited to:
-Elderly yard assistance
-Pancake fundraisers
-March for Life
-Bagging Easter Dinners for the Homeless
Smaller projects:
-Assistance with set up/ tear down for events
-Sidewalk counseling
-Tabling
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Chinese Student Christian Association
CSER 311-021
Supervisor
Feng Wang (Email)
Description
Volunteers will be students that help develop and carry out the yearly event for the Chinese student body. Service opportunities include planning out the event schedule and budget, hosting events within the time limit, and helping to set up and clean up before and after events.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Criminal Justice Club
CSER 311-013
Supervisor
Amanda Trent (Email or 434-592-3684)
Description
Service opportunities available for CJUS Club Leadership only. This opportunity is not for CJUS Club Scope, which is a joint venture with Lynchburg Police Department, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies within the Commonwealth.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Enactus
CSER 311-027
Supervisor
Dr. George Young (Email)
Description
1) The Bridge Initiative is about Enactus students teaching Entrepreneurship curriculum to Lynchburg inner-city 4-H youths. After working their way through the curriculum, they will develop a startup idea(s) of their choosing, develop a pitch deck; then they will pitch their ideas to several “Angel” investors and then they will launch.
2) Guayusa is a tea that is grown in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle Enactus is partnering with Jungle Kids for Christ to create a company that will produce, distribute and market the tea in the USA to help offset the expenses of a Christian school in the Amazon jungle. The company is called ElevaTéa.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Engineering Missions and Research Club
CSER 311-038
Supervisor
Dr. Hector Medina (Email or 434-592-5397)
Description
The Engineering Missions and Research Club (EMRC) is a great opportunity for students to apply their engineering skills to real-world problems and serve others around the globe.
A student may earn CSER hours by volunteering with any of the EMRC project teams throughout the semester. Some project examples may include manufacturing low-cost prosthetic components for the non-profit Hope to Walk, designing a solar-powered electrical system for a church in Venezuela, or optimizing a groundwater detection system to help drill for fresh water in Uganda.
A student may also earn CSER hours by serving in a role as club leadership.
Student must be an active member of EMRC and be recommended by an EMRC Team Lead to be eligible for this CSER.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Gardening Club
CSER 311-036
Supervisor
David Wheeler (Email or 614-309-9739)
Description
If you are interested in gardening, landscaping, or agricultural activities, this opportunity is for you! No previous experience is required. Our CSER services include:
-Planting, maintaining, and experimenting with vegetable annuals and flower varieties in an agricultural setting
– Planting, watering, pruning, cultivating, fertilizing and harvesting vegetables, shrubs, and flowers.
– Producing a tangible product (vegetable crops) for donation in the Lynchburg community
– Landscaping and minor construction (planting beds, greenhouse modifications)
– Formulating creative solutions to natural obstacles
– Transplanting, growing perennial trees, bushes, and berries
– Machine maintenance, irrigation installation
– Learning the basic horticultural principles for gardening success
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Global Strategy and Supply Chain Association
CSER 311-011
Supervisor
John Frichtel (Email)
Description
The Global Strategy and Supply Chain Association looks to create an environment of excellence in which students can contribute service through educational, social, community and professional activities. This includes developing greater multicultural and international business awareness and excellent career-related opportunities.
Signing up for CSER opportunities with GSSC, students will get to use their God-given talents in various aspects of business including: operations and supply chain, project management, marketing, HR, accounting, and finance to apply toward real-world international business and research initiatives.
Students will have a chance to work on a team comprised of members with diverse talents while constructing business plans, consulting plans, and marketing strategies targeting a global client while serving God’s Kingdom and God’s people as the bottom line for local businesses, start-up businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Habitat for Humanity Club
CSER 311-015
Supervisor
Alison Pettit – Faculty Advisor (Email or 434-592-5713)
Description
If you are looking to serve in the local community by building homes for families in need, join the LU Habitat for Humanity! We have weekly meetings for fellowship and team building. We work numerous fundraisers on campus with Sodexo and primarily build on Saturdays. Construction experience is not required – just a willing attitude!
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA High Flight Mentoring
CSER 311-033
Supervisor
Aaron Wilson (Email)
James Mashburn (Email)
Description
SGA High Flight Mentoring provides CSER opportunities for students to mentor and tutor within the School of Aeronautics.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Interior Design Association (IDA)
CSER 311-002
Supervisor
Maria Garcia – Faculty Advisor (Email or 434-592-3747)
Webpages
https://www.liberty.edu/arts-sciences/family-consumer-sciences/interior-design-association-ida/
Description
The Interior Design Association of Liberty University was originally founded in 2008 and currently
has over 200 members and regular attendees.
The purpose of IDA is to strengthen and grow its members by providing them with valuable education, resources, programs, and services to aid them in their path to professionalism in their future careers in interior design.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Operation Christmas Child
CSER 311-004
Supervisor
Ginny Cashion (Email)
Description
Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse that delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to children in over 120 countries each year.
We take simple, items like school supplies, hygiene products, and toys and put them into a shoebox to be sent to a child in another country who is less fortunate.
Here at Liberty, we have a team dedicated solely to promoting and increasing the participation in shoebox packing among the Liberty Community.
CSER’s will have three main objectives during service:
Distribute shoeboxes: Several events are held to handout shoeboxes to the Liberty Community. During the fall (the peak time for Operation Christmas Child) we also have displays across campus to pick up shoeboxes from
Promote: The Club promotes involvement in Operation Christmas Child through hosting packing party events for the Liberty Community. These parties are a time for people to come together and pack shoeboxes.
Receive: The Second Week of November is called Blitz Week. It is when all the shoeboxes are collected from the campus. These shoeboxes are then put into bigger cartons and then taken to our area drop-off.
CSER students will have the opportunity to be involved in these events throughout the semester to help with these three areas.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Psychology Club
CSER 311-024
Supervisor
Kevin Conner (Email or 434-592-6285)
Description
Christian/Community Service credit is available predominately to the officers of this club. Officers of the Psychology Club (open to all Psychology majors) meet and plan activities for the spiritual, professional and social development of students of Psychology. Officers make professional contacts and learn organizational skills of short-term and long-term planning. The emphasis of activities is on the application of Christian Psychology, experience with practicing professionals, exposure and observation in professional settings, and research experience.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA PRSSA
CSER 311-025
Supervisor
Marie Mallory (Email)
Description
Liberty PRSSA Innovations is a branch of Liberty University’s PRSSSA Chapter which provides members with the opportunity to utilize their classroom knowledge to meet public relations needs of local and internal organizations and to get hands-on experience with business-client relationships. Only members assigned to non-profit (501c3) accounts qualify for CSER credit.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Public Health Student Organization
CSER 311-007
Supervisor
Oswald Attin – Faculty Advisor (Email or 434-592-6908)
Webpages
Facebook
Instagram
www.luphsa16.wixsite.com/website
Description
Each semester we partner with a church to conduct a health fair. At this event our volunteers conduct screenings for common chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol) and educate on how to prevent these diseases. We also participate in numerous on-campus health education events, which provide volunteers with the opportunity to educate their peers on a variety of health topics.
CSER volunteers are encouraged to attend our monthly meetings and are required to attend mandatory trainings for volunteering events.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA SCUBA Club
CSER 311-032
Supervisor
Monica Parson (Email or 434-582-7030)
Website
Facebook
Description
Members can serve on various projects at JMR or other quarries in the area. This might include picking up trash from the water or area around the lake or help in improving or maintaining the grounds. Educational Opportunities for SCUBA may also exist, such as working with underprivileged youth in the area.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA SHRM Society for Human Resource Management
CSER 311-018
Supervisor
Tammy Brown – Faculty Advisor (Email or 434-258-2318)
Description
Join with SHRM team members to help develop Liberty students and the community of Lynchburg. We have opportunities in various areas such as fundraising, marketing and social media, event planning, and more. We hold a variety of events each semester that focus on the professional development of our students, as well as the Lynchburg community. Please contact us for more information if you are interested in joining our team!”
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA SOAR Club
CSER 311-031
Supervisor
Peter Spahr (Email or 434-582-8513)
Description
Serving Others with Aviation Resources (SOAR) exists to foster a heart of community service among students at Liberty University and educate students about international service opportunities in missionary aviation. SOAR club participants will partner with local community service organizations at the direction of the club president.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
SGA Students Against Trafficking Club
CSER 311-041
Supervisor
Matthew Bovard (Email or 434-582-7214)
Description
Members of Students Against Trafficking will have the opportunity to be educated and learn the signs of how to identify human trafficking. In addition, members can also be part of numerous fundraising events and volunteer opportunities partnering with local organizations that also fight against trafficking. Volunteer opportunities through SAT include working with organizations like Jars of Hope, Freedom 4/24, and Mosaic Collective. Presentations in churches, homeless shelters, and foster care facilities will also be done to raise awareness of trafficking and to educate as many people as possible.
Fundraisers: Throughout the year, members can help different fundraising events hosted by SAT where the proceeds go towards Operation Underground Railroad. These funds are used in ways such as buying tickets for trafficked victims to reunite with their families, reconstructive surgery for the damage done to trafficked victims, and funding for programs that train dogs to find electronic storage devices (ESD) that traffickers use.
Jars of Hope: Jars of Hope is a Christian-based non-profit organization committed to ending modern slavery founded by Jennifer Olson.
Mosaic Collective: Mosaic Collective is a fair trade shop founded by Jennifer Olson that helps empower the marginalized and overlooked people in this society. The products at her shop are ethically sourced from human trafficking survivors, refugees, and individuals with disabilities.
Presentations in churches, homeless shelters, and foster care facilities: Members will be able to be part of an outreach that helps educate churches, shelters, and facilities about the signs of human trafficking, why modern slavery is so important to be aware of, and fight against, as well as educating on different ways members of the community can become involved and take a stand.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Sigma Delta Pi
CSER 322-002
Supervisor
Andrew F. Milacci (Email or 434-592-7634)
Description
Volunteers will help plan, organize, and then coordinate activities for the Pi Chi chapter of the Sigma Delta Pi Spanish honor society at Liberty University. Unless given prior approval, volunteers must be active officers of the honor society. Officers/volunteers will meet regularly with the faculty coordinator.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Snowflex
CSER 349-002
Supervisors
Isaac Gibson – Programs Coordinator (Email)
Description
Ski/Snowboard Camp Coach (limited spots available)
We will need CSER workers to help with teaching kids how to ski/snowboard in our Next Level Development Program. This program is four weeks long, taking place every Saturday from 10:00am-3:00pm. Ski/snowboard experience is required to help with this program. Only 12 students will be accepted to help with this CSER for each program.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Student Government Association
CSER 311-001
Supervisor
Evan Kluth – President (Email)
Jessica West – Vice President (Email)
Don Loos – Speaker of the House (Email)
SGA Office (434-582-2323)
Webpages
Description
Students are able to serve their Christian/Community Service through the three different branches of the Student Government Association (SGA). The Representative Branch consists of Senators and Delegates who connect and collaborate on a weekly basis in order to improve student life. The Executive Branch manages the day to day operations of the SGA and oversees student clubs. The Judicial Branch serves to mediate disputes between members of the SGA and handle traffic violation appeals. Members across all three branches have opportunities to accrue hours by volunteering at various SGA events.
Those in the Representative Branch should select the Student Body Vice President as their CSER adviser, while those in the Executive or Judicial Branch should select the Student Body President as their CSER adviser.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Students Behind Our Military
CSER 311-009
Supervisor
Caleb Berkland (Email)
Webpages
https://www.liberty.edu/military/community/students-behind-our-military/
Description
Students Behind our Military (SBM) is a student-run organization that was founded in the fall of 2007 by Amanda “Mandi” Verlander, under the former name of Students Behind Our Soldiers (SBS). This organization was founded upon a vision to serve and give back to the brave men and women who serve in the U.S. military and their families.
The group changed to its current name in the spring of 2015 to reflect that they are not just serving soldiers but all men and women in all branches of the military. The organization’s primary activity is sending care packages overseas and assisting the Office of Military Affairs with events such as Military Family Fun Day, and Military Emphasis Week, in addition to other various community and campus events throughout the semester.
Students Behind our Military works to serve veterans on campus and in the Lynchburg Community. This year we will be hosting a myriad of events and fundraisers that are meant to support and serve veterans and their families.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Student Veterans Association
CSER 311-008
Supervisor
Caleb Berkland (Email)
Description
In the summer of 2014, a small group of veterans came together to discuss the need for community and mentorship among student veterans attending Liberty University. The result was the formation of the Student Veterans Association, an official student group approved by the Student Government Association that is also affiliated with Student Veterans of America.
Keeping with the traditions and culture of Liberty University’s passion for Christian service, the Liberty University Student Veterans Association (SVA) embraces the motto Survus Semper or Serve Always. It is our mission to serve veterans within the community while fostering a culture of camaraderie, mentorship and educational success among veterans on campus.
This year we will be helping the Liberty University Military Affairs office with Military Emphasis Week as well as assisting other veteran organizations with their events and initiatives.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Theatre Original Writing Project
CSER 345-002
Supervisor
Linda Cooper (Email or 434-582-2085)
Description
Students will assist with the process of getting grants as well as other responsibilities. Contact Linda Cooper for further information.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Ticket Office
CSER 303-001
Supervisor
Will Griffith (Email or 434-582-3204)
Description
CSER with the Ticket Office is a great opportunity to have some fun while serving! During the fall, you will be expected to work at least 4 home football games in addition to a few other events. In the spring, students will get their hours working things like basketball, baseball, hockey, and a variety of other events. When you sign up, please email Will Griffith to verify that you understand the rules of doing CSER with the ticket office. Your application will not be approved if you do not send an email.
All CSER students are required to wear khakis and a red (preferably Liberty) polo to all sporting events.
Students must be able to work weekends and/or nights.
We can accommodate students who want to receive credit for 40 hours. Please let the supervisor know ahead of time if you are aiming for this.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
YouthQuest
CSER 339-003
Supervisor
Joshua Mains (Email or 434-592-3754)
Webpage
https://www.liberty.edu/divinity/center-for-youth-ministries/youthquest/
Description
YouthQuest is a youth ministry team that engages with the local church to put on DNOW/Retreat weekends. We serve middle and high school students throughout the Southeastern United States and beyond.
All students partnered with YouthQuest are subject to a background check and student safety training/certification. This CSER opportunity is currently only available for students on the YouthQuest team.
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.
Youth Ministry of Hawaii
CSER 215-001
Supervisor
Corey Bonheim (Email or 434-944-6357)
Elizabeth Bonheim (Email or 330-741-0199)
Description
The Christian Youth Ministries of Hawaii is a faith mission team that ministers for a month in the summer on the island of Maui, Hawaii. This opportunity is a ministry of Thomas Road Baptist Church’s missions department. The team works in cooperation with evangelical local churches and the local Christian school in promoting the cause of Jesus Christ. The work of the ministry is especially directed toward children and youth through youth meetings and a youth tent camp. The team is also involved in maintenance and construction activities at the local church and Christian school buildings. This ministry has been serving the islands since 1962. Over the years hundreds of adults and youth have been ushered into the family of God through salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ as a result of this ministry. Visit www.cymoh.org for more information.
Procedures
TRBC Background Check Required
Before registering, you are required to reach out to the supervisor via the contact information above to confirm availability.