| Contact: | Kelly Kelley, Program Director |
| Mailing Address: | Western Carolina University 205 Killian Building Cullowhee, NC 28723 |
| Phone Number: | 828-227-3297 |
| Fax Number: | 828-227-7021 |
| Email Address: | kkelley@wcu.edu |
| Web Address: | https://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/ceap/stl/special-education-programs/university-participant-up-program/ https://www.facebook.com/upwcu/ |
| Office Hours: | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Monday-Friday) |
| Location: | No traveling required. All volunteer activities available on WCU campus. |
| Program Description: | The University Participant (UP) Program is designed to provide a two-year, on-campus
living and learning experience for persons with developmental disabilities between
the ages of 18 and 25. The goal of the program is to facilitate the transition of
UP students from secondary school to adult life. During the two year period, UP students
are expected to complete requirements for receiving a UP Certificate of Accomplishment
based on successful completion of an Individual Plan for College Participation. Many
of the activities and goals for this certificate involve participation in various
activities (i.e. social, academic, vocational, personal, community) that are individually
designed to address specific interests and future goals related to education, independent
living, and employment for each participant. |
| Training: | The UP Program will provide training if necessary, depending upon involvement with
UP students. |
| Time Commitment: | Flexible hours. |
| Skills, Experience, and Special Requirements: | Volunteers are subject to a criminal background check as needed. |
| Volunteer Involvement: | Volunteers will assist with leisure, recreational, academic, employment and residential activities on the WCU campus with University students. Must be willing and patient to work with individuals with disabilities. |