Engage Upstate

Author: Dave Marlow

Dave Marlow

David Marlow directs Service Learning and Community Engagement at USC Upstate. At the core of all his endeavors, Dave seeks to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

  • Call for Nominations: Newman Civic Fellowship

    Based on our membership in Campus Compact, Chancellor Harris has the opportunity to forward ONE Upstate candidate for the prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship. Do you know a student who: If you know a student who matches the qualifications above, please submit their name, email address, and a single paragraph describing how they match the above…

  • Reminder: MLK Day 2023

    Today (Friday 1/11) is “Kindness Day.” Make an effort to be kind to someone. If you don’t yet have plans for making MLK Day ’23 a “Day ON,” please check out the flyer below. Choose activities that match you. Sign up here. Please consider using your Upstate email when you sign-up to serve so we…

  • Homelessness to Opportunity

    by Suzanne Floyd, Senior, Interdisciplinary Studies Follow one student’s journey from homelessness to serving the homeless community in service learning course, WGST 101. If you need help, connect with our Community Resource Coordinator! From Homelessness to Serving with Opportunity Housing I had no home when I moved to South Carolina in fall 2011 from the…

  • Service Opportunities Spring ’23

    See also Engagement Opportunities for Spring ’23 As you prepare your syllabi for Spring 2023, we ask you to consider including one or more of the following community engagement events. Our thanks to the United Way of the Piedmont and the Chapman Cultural Center for welcoming us into partnership with them as they serve our…

  • Volunteer in Spring 2023

    Strengthen your resume, self-development, satisfaction, and even grades by volunteering this Spring (Barton, et al, 2019). Some opportunities are highlighted below. For more, talk to Dr. Deb Kladivko, Associate Director of Leadership and Service! A Day “ON” Make MLK Day “a ON, not a day off!” Join IMPACT, the United Way, and many others. Find…

  • Flyer: MLK Day of Service

    Signup using your Upstate email to get credit for your service! The United Way & Upstate SL/CE ask you to share this flyer in print or electronic media! Let’s get make MLK Day of Service a Day “ON” Email Dr. Deb Klaviko to coordinate your efforts with IMPACT!