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2014 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION - CLOSED

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* 1. Thank you for expressing interest in volunteering for the Washington Higher Education Sustainability Conference. As a volunteer you will receive complimentary admission in exchange for a volunteer shift. Please be prepared to volunteer between 8-9 hours on February 6th & 7th, 2014. The following shifts will be available:

- Registration Assistant | Help set up the registration area prior to the start of the conference. Assisting with a variety of tasks such as directing attendees, general registration, badge printing, speaker check in, setup/breakdown, etc.

- Directing Attendees & Breakfast Waste Management | Help set up the registration area prior to the start of the conference. Assisting with a variety of tasks such as directing attendees to different programs, restrooms, exhibitor stations, etc… As well as monitoring attendee waste products.

- Room Monitor: Open & Closing Plenary | Monitor the session door and answer basic questions about the event. Display time warning cards for speakers, take room counts, run the mic for the Q&A session as well as maintain the drinking water station and assist the stage manager as needed.

- Directing Attendees & Lunch Waste Management | Help set up the registration area prior to the start of the conference. Assisting with a variety of tasks such as directing attendees to different programs, restrooms, exhibitor stations, etc… As well as monitoring attendee waste products.

- Alternative Transportation | Help setup booth and table during networking breaks. Inform students, faculty/staff, and attendees of the sustainable and alternative transportation methods in the Bellingham area.

If you agree to these terms please continue and fill-out the volunteer application.

Best,
Taylor Westly

Registration Coordinator
Washington Higher Education Sustainability Conference
503.226.2377
taylor@wahesc.org

Yes, I agree to terms

No, thank you

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* 2. Please fill in the following:

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University or College

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* 3. How did you hear about the Washington Higher Education Sustainability Conference volunteer opportunity?

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* 4. What are you looking to gain through your volunteer experience?

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* 5. What do you hope to contribute as a volunteer? Please briefly describe any experience you have that prepares you for this role (bonus points for sustainability related experience or interest).

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* 6. As a volunteer, you will be asked to interact with and direct conference attendees and/or members of the local business community. Does this strike you as exciting or concerning?

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* 7. As a volunteer you will be asked to perform tasks that require the ability to think on your feet and to be able to handle a quick paced working environment. Please provide an example of a situation in which you had to react quickly.

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* 8. Some volunteer positions require you to look up attendees by name through an electronic registration system and print name badges. Please indicate you comfort level and proficiency with computers with basic training.

I have excellent computer proficiency and feel comfortable performing the above tasks.

I have elementary computer proficiency but still feel comfortable performing the above tasks with basic training.

I do not have basic computer knowledge and cannot perform the above tasks.

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* 9. The Washington Higher Education Sustainability Conference, February 6th & 7th, is seeking a WWU student photographer to capture the event action! In exchange for your photographs and services, you will receive a complimentary full-conference admission as well as placement of your logo and name on our sponsor reel, website, and program. Click here for details: http://wahesc.org/event_details/volunteer.php

Yes, I would like to be considered for this opportunity

No, I would like to be considered for this opportunity

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* 10. Do you have questions for the conference organizers? You will be contacted by shortly to confirm the receipt of your application; if you have any initial questions please email Taylor Westly at taylor@wahesc.org.