Urban Action Community Service Program – August 30 – September 2, 2009

We are pleased to invite you to participate in a very special community service program.  Urban Action (UA) is a program designed for incoming freshmen that increases students' understanding of urban issues while also introducing them to the Providence community.  Through UA, students will spend three days volunteering at local sites in the city of Providence - making a difference in their new community.

UA 2009 will take place Sunday, August 30th through the morning of September 2nd.  All participants must arrive on campus by 11am on Sunday.  At this time students will meet with the UA Leaders in the Slavin Center .  Urban Action will conclude in time for all students to fully participate in The New Student Orientation Program. 

Project Sites:
The Urban Action 2009 site will be posted when it is confirmed.  In past years, participants have worked at different community service sites in the Providence area.  The primary work is often cleaning, painting, and gardening.  No special skills are required.  All that is needed is a willingness to get involved and work hard!
 
Extras:
These days will not be all work!  Urban Action is also a great opportunity to meet other students and to learn more about Providence College .  Everyone could use a head start in getting to know the people and community of PC.  Nighttime activities are also included in the schedule.  This program will be a reward for you, as well as the community.
 
Meals:
All meals will be provided from Sunday evening through Wednesday morning and are included in the program cost. 
 
Cost:
$150 per participant (full payment is due following acceptance into the program).

UA will be limited to 150 first-year students.  Selection will be determined by a lottery system after the application deadline.  Applications must be postmarked by Friday, July 17, 2009.  All applicants will be notified by mail as early as possible. To apply please complete the application below and mail to:

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of a Urban Action, apply today.

Print an Application Here