This is an interview with Ashanti Harvey-Franks, the Communications/Volunteer Specialist at SAU. What was your first volunteering experience, and what motivated you to get involved? My first volunteering experience was participating in a flapjack fundraiser in 4th grade at Applebee’s. For the event, we sold tickets to family and friends in advance, and then on… Read More
Volunteering Now for a Career Later – Katie Tejeda
This is an interview with Katie Tejeda, Director of SAU Garden, Greenhouse, and Farmers Market. What was your first volunteering experience, and what motivated you to get involved? I don’t remember my very first volunteer experience, but during my undergraduate years, I was able to volunteer in many different places. Some of these include CCAPS… Read More
Volunteering Now for a Career Later – Kathy Gean
This is an interview with a Southern Arkansas University alumna and the Director of Volunteer Services at SAU, Mrs. Kathy Gean. What was your first volunteering experience, and what motivated you to get involved? Growing up in a small community, I quickly became aware of the significant needs of local nonprofits, and I felt strongly… Read More
Volunteering Now for a Career Later – Beth Camp
This is an interview with Beth Camp, Assistant Director of Volunteer Services at Southern Arkansas University. What was your first volunteering experience, and what motivated you to get involved? My first experience with volunteering started at a young age. I grew up helping my parents at church, picking up trash, cleaning, and filling in wherever… Read More



