What a difference a day makes
The organising committee hope that there will be something for everyone, with an incredibly wide array of activities. These will range from old fashioned fundraising, in the form of a Bag Packing Bonanza at the Meadowhall Marks and Spencer, to more hands-on projects that involve digging in community allotments in Sheffield, or painting a children’s centre in Barnsley. Over the course of the 24 hours, there will be a time and a location that suits everybody’s schedule. Alice Wright, Volunteer Coordinator in the Students’ Union, said: “The idea of this event is to show what kind of a difference one person can make, and just how much can be achieved in 24 hours. We’re hoping that with this taster we can raise people’s awareness as to the things people can get involved with in and around Sheffield.” If you would like to take part in one of the activities, or you would like more information, you can visit the One Day, Big Difference page here. You can also follow Sheffield Volunteering on Twitter and Facebook. Read more University news in Overview, the staff newsletter |
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Can you conquer the mighty Arts Tower?
Confident words from Stuart Heslington of the British Heart Foundation (BHF). Watch Stuart’s hilarious ‘teaser video’ by clicking here. If you’d like to take part in the BHF Take the Stairs Challenge 2013 and help raise money to mend broken hearts, sign up for the event taking place on Sunday 24 February by clicking here. You’ll be joined by a number of sporting celebrities including retired English football referee, Uriah Rennie. |
Dream Bigger Dreams Returns
Professor Fluffy will be in attendance with the show “Silly Science”, while the Institute for Lifelong Learning (TILL) presents “Change Your Life In Your Lunch Break: Jobs of the Future.” For a full list of activities taking place, visit the Dream Bigger Dreams homepage.
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Sheffield Volunteering has an incredible 24 hours planned today to celebrate the culmination of National Student Volunteer Week. Beginning at noon, One Day, Big Difference will see dozens of volunteers descend on all corners of Sheffield and the surrounding areas, hoping to give something back.
The challenge is to get to the top but if you’re feeling really fit bring a stop watch and post your time on the 'braggers board' at the finish.
Dream Bigger Dreams is a week-long event over the February half term, held in the Winter Gardens in Sheffield City Centre. There is a diverse programme of amazing activities tailored for both children and adults, so there is sure to be something for everyone.
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