Joining CWGE Team

The CWGE's student workers and volunteers are a diverse group of students who are committed to educating themselves and their peers about issues like gender equity, identity, equality, social privilege and oppression.

Opportunities to Join Our Team

Through training and hands on experience, student workers learn how oppression and privilege are linked to gender violence and sexual assault. They work with CWGE staff members to create and implement educational programs, facilitate powerful discussions, and become leaders in the SMC community. Reach out to ssobotta@stmarys-ca.edu for inquiries

Other Opportunities:

Gender Justice Leadership Team

Members of the GJL team take the lead on the planning and execution of 3-5 programs, ranging from the luncheon series to World AIDS Day to Women's History Month programming, throughout the academic year. The facilitators will have 4 office hours per week and will collaborate with student workers, volunteers, and staff to ensure successful programming. Contact Sharon Sobotta at x4171 for more information.

Student Coalition Against Rape (SCAR)

Members of the SCAR team have an interest in public speaking, advocacy, public service, and many other passions that bring them to volunteer. Students who become members of SCAR meet once a month at the CWGE. They are trained to facilitate presentations to peers either in classrooms or at residence halls on topics related to sexual assault awareness, consent, and healthy relationships. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact Erin Osanna-Barba at x6193 or email at emo3@stmarys-ca.edu.

Student Worker (Federal Work Study Position)

Student workers assist with program and event planning, marketing, managing social media, tabling, greeting visitors, administrative tasks and numerous other things to help keep the CWGE a welcoming place for students. These students must have Federal Work Study. Please contact Sharon Sobotta at x4171.

Volunteer

The CWGE always has volunteer opportunities available.  We encourage students to reflect on how their academic coursework, personal passions and areas of interest tie in with the mission and goals of the Center for Women & Gender Equity. The CWGE staff is intentional about aligning students with work and projects that will be mutually beneficial.

How to Apply

For more information on any of the above opportunities, please contact either Sharon ssobotta@stmarys-ca.edu directly.  You can also stop by the CWGE to learn more