2020 Virtual Global Day of Service

2020 Virtual Global Day of Service

When you’re a Spartan, you’re part of something far bigger than campus’ 5,200 acres. Each year, Spartans participate in the Global Day of Service to harness the power of service and demonstrate what Spartans can do in a single day.

Due to the novel coronavirus, we’re harnessing the same power, but doing things a little differently this year. On April 18, Spartans worldwide will make an extra effort to serve MSU and their communities while following social distancing recommendations and guidelines set by respective authorities.

From sharing sidewalk chalk art, to writing thank you notes to health care workers, to supporting MSU students, we know that the MSU community’s impact will be felt around the world. The Center for Community Engaged Learning’s expansive list provides ways to get involved in the local community and beyond.

There are many who could use an extra boost of encouragement and kindness right now. Let’s show the world what Spartans can do!

Share Your Story

How are you serving your community April 18? Tell us by posting on your social media channels. Use #SpartansServe and tag the MSU Alumni Office (@msualumni) in your posts.

Here are some ideas:

Connect

  • Create a profile on MSU Connect to virtually mentor students.
  • Share your Spartan swag in the windows of your house.
  • Color and post a Spartan thank you printable thanking those who deliver to your home.
  • Create a green and white mosaic pattern or other sidewalk chalk design.
  • Share your ideas for connecting while social distancing on your social media channels using #SpartansStayHome or #IStayHome.
  • Write thank you letters or create cards for Spartan heroes in your community

 

Serve

  • Offer elderly neighbors assistance with grocery or prescription pickup.
  • Help neighbors with their lawn work or gardening.
  • Make face masks for health professionals or nursing homes.
  • Donate blood.
  • Donate paper products, personal hygiene products, diapers, etc. to a local community outreach center.

Invest

  • Support one of the university’s emergency funds benefiting students.
  • Explore local causes in your community (e.g., food banks, non-profit organizations, etc.).
  • Find out if there are ways that you can still purchase from local small businesses.