Celebrating the impact of RMIT's student volunteers

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Celebrating the impact of RMIT's student volunteers

Throughout the year students from RMIT's volunteering community are recognised and celebrated for their contributions to various events.

Student volunteers at RMIT are not just making a difference within the university community, they are also creating ripples of change that extend far beyond the campus. Their selfless acts of service, whether big or small, have the power to transform lives and make a significant impact on the world around us.

Volunteering helps to develope valuable skills that can be applied to a future career, like teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and communication - all while making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Volunteering makese a difference in our community, and RMIT are committed to recognising and celebrating the incredible contributions of our student volunteers throughout the year. You can read some of their stories below.

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Hezha Hesami - RMIT Training

Hezha was chosen to be recognised as the Volunteer of Month for May as he has been an extremely committed volunteer and always the first to put up his hand to assist the Student Experience team, as well as the Comms and Marketing team. Hezha has been a passionate contributor whose impact amongst his peers has highlighted the role that inclusion, belonging and community plays at RMIT Training. In recognition of his efforts, Hezha received a certificate as well as a $50 Campus Store voucher!

For me, the SSCC (Student Staff Consultative Committee) was the most remarkable experience I had. Unlike many volunteering roles that involve social work such as organizing events, SSCC involved researching and presenting data in a constructive manner to influence higher levels of staff. This experience was fulfilling and memorable.”

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Joshua Catherine - RMIT Peer Mentor

Joshua Catherine was chosen to be recognised as an outstanding volunteer for their dedication in helping students in the 'Programming Bootcamp' study sessions. They demonstrated themselves to be patient, kind, knowledgeable, encouraging and focused on building confidence in students studying programming. Joshua Catherine is neurodiverse and has provided an incredibly safe space for other neurodiverse students to seek help. Joshua Catherine received a certificate as well as a $50 Campus Store voucher.

I get enjoyment and the opportunity to practice empathy, and that's why I love to volunteer. One piece of advice I'd give is that it's not a full-time job. You can do a little, or you can a lot. It's up to you!

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Yuwen Lu - RMIT Plus Ambassador

Yuwen began his role as an RMIT Plus Ambassador, aiming to meet new people and support students. He volunteered at events, demonstrating RMIT values and stepping out of his comfort zone. Before RMIT he volunteered in Tanzania, assisting locals with school supplies and chores. Yuwen, who arrived from China in 2023, found volunteering improved his English, helped him make friends and understand a new culture. He received a certificate of recognition and a $50 RMIT Campus Store voucher for his efforts.

I love to use my skills to help those in need. If I can explain to other people what I learned, then the learning is done well!

Interested in volunteering as an RMIT student?

Participating in a volunteer program or role can not only be personally fulfilling but can also help you meet new people and build essential skills that employers value – like communication, leadership and teamwork. Volunteer experience also looks great on your résumé!

You can explore the different volunteering opportunities at RMIT before you decide which area to sign up with.

Already know which program you want to volunteer with? Tap the button below and complete the form. 

Register to become a volunteer

04 May 2024

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