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Community Pathways

Cohort-Style Volunteering 

Community Pathways is a short-term, quarter-long program for students interested in volunteering in the San Diego area for 1-4 hours per week.

Community Pathways is a great way to get an introduction to community service in the San Diego area and forge friendships with other students. Students groups of 5-15 will be volunteering at the same time and date on a weekly basis. 

No experience is required! Training is provided by community partners and Center for Student Involvement at UC San Diego. Transportation is provided by the San Diego Blue Line Trolley or Lyft. Group sign-ups will also be available for student organizations.

Interested in Community Pathways?

Interested in Volunteering?

Discover the power of community engagement with Community Pathways! Our program offers a unique quarter-long opportunity for students to dive into impactful volunteer work in the San Diego area. Join us in a cohort-style experience, where groups of 5-15 students come together weekly to make a difference. From enhancing your leadership skills to gaining practical experience in your field, Community Pathways is your path to personal and community growth. 

Interested? Fill out our quick interest form below to learn more about program highlights, volunteer expectations, and how you can be a part of creating positive change in our community! 

Register Here

Community Partners

Interested in Becoming a Service Site?

The Center for Student Involvement is looking for San Diego community organizations, schools, and nonprofits, who are interested in elevating their impact by partnering with Community Pathways! Our program offers a unique quarter-long opportunity for students to dive into impactful volunteer work in the San Diego area. 

Join us in fostering a culture of community service and collaboration. By becoming a community partner, you open doors to a dedicated cohort of 5-15 student volunteers ready to contribute to your organization's mission weekly for 1-4 hours. By partnering with us, you can showcase your projects, engage with passionate students, and amplify your community impact. To see if you are a good fit for this program, please review the Community Pathways Guiding Questions

Interested in becoming a Community Pathways community partner? Contact Kaylee Howard, Community Service Program Manager & Student Org Advisor at k3howard@ucsd.edu