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Charity Sophs
Passionate about supporting students’ community connections in their transition to Western?
Join the Charity Soph team!
Sophs are Western's orientation leaders who help welcome new students to campus. Charity Sophs volunteer their time as leaders, community role models, and mentors to help students connect with campus resources. The Sophing experience is unlike any other!
The decision to apply for the Charity Soph team extends beyond seeking a volunteering opportunity--it is a uniquely enriching leadership experience that impacts both incoming students and fellow Soph constituencies.
By joining the Charity Soph team, you'll cultivate in-demand transferable skills, including:
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability through unpredictable situations
- Large group coordination
- Interpersonal skills
Training equips team members to achieve these outcomes while managing their personal and academic commitments.
For Orientation 2025, the Charity Soph team will be instrumental in developing activities and supports for students through the Orientation Care Hubs and Orientation Serves, bringing the Western community together and creating a sense of belonging.
The Charity Soph team is comprised of:
- Charity Head Soph (responsible for team building, Charity programming, and Care Hubs)
- Community Engagement Coordinator (responsible for Orientation Serves)
- Charity Programming Assistants
- Charity Sophs
Applications for the Charity Head Soph and Programming Assistants are closed.
Stay tuned for more information on applications to join the Charity Soph team.
