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Thu, May 29
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Onsite Preparation
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11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
These shifts are in the days leading up to the CWSF before our participants arrive. Volunteer activities include: Unpacking CWSF supplies and materials; organising and filling swag bags for finalists and delegates; sorting nametags and CWSF t-shirts for finalists and delegates; and preparing supplies for use during project set-up.
Fri, May 30
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Onsite Preparation
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11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
These shifts are in the days leading up to the CWSF before our participants arrive. Volunteer activities include: Unpacking CWSF supplies and materials; organising and filling swag bags for finalists and delegates; sorting nametags and CWSF t-shirts for finalists and delegates; and preparing supplies for use during project set-up.
Sat, May 31
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Registration Support
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10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Volunteers will greet participants as they arrive on campus. These shifts have bursts of activity and moments of calm depending on the travel schedules of participants. Volunteer activities include: Greeting finalists and delegates as they arrive; and distributing swag bags and name tags to delegates from each region.
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Registration Support
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4:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Volunteers will greet participants as they arrive on campus. These shifts have bursts of activity and moments of calm depending on the travel schedules of participants. Volunteer activities include: Greeting finalists and delegates as they arrive; and distributing swag bags and name tags to delegates from each region.
Sun, Jun 01
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Opening Event Greeters
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Whether in the Project Zone, STEM Expo, or at one of the special events, the greeters are an important part of making everyone feel welcome. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter the space; monitoring the overall capacity of the space and alerting a Team UV member if you are concerned about exceeding the safe capacity of the space; and being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces.
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Information Booth Attendants
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12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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Project Set-Up
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12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers will assist participants as needed throughout the Project Zone while they are setting up their posters and projects. Volunteer activities include: Roaming the Project Zone and assisting participants with hanging posters and other relevant set-up as needed; and once they are set up, asking participants about their projects and actively listening to their presentations.
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Project Zone Greeters
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12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Whether in the Project Zone, STEM Expo, or at one of the special events, the greeters are an important part of making everyone feel welcome. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter the space; monitoring the overall capacity of the space and alerting a Team UV member if you are concerned about exceeding the safe capacity of the space; and being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces.
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Tool Crib Volunteers
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12:30 PM - 3:15 PM
During Project Set-Up and Take-Down, CWSF provides various tools such as scissors, rulers and tape. Volunteer activities include: Distributing various tools and supplies to participants; and receiving tools and supplies and ensuring they are in working order.
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CWSF Merch Store Clerks
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12:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers will be assisting members of Team UV at the CWSF Merchandise Store. Volunteer activities include: Selling CWSF merchandise to finalists, delegates, and visitors; operating a Point-of-Sale (POS) system and taking card and cash payments; restocking shelves with new inventory; and inventory of stock as needed.
Mon, Jun 02
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Judging Registration Support
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7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Judges’ day starts bright and early. Volunteers will help set them up for a successful day at CWSF. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming judges as they arrive onsite; and distributing nametags, clipboards, and judging materials.
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Information Booth Attendants
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8:15 AM - 1:15 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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Project Zone Greeters
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8:15 AM - 1:15 PM
Whether in the Project Zone, STEM Expo, or at one of the special events, the greeters are an important part of making everyone feel welcome. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter the space; monitoring the overall capacity of the space and alerting a Team UV member if you are concerned about exceeding the safe capacity of the space; and being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces.
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Information Booth Attendants
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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Project Zone Greeters
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Whether in the Project Zone, STEM Expo, or at one of the special events, the greeters are an important part of making everyone feel welcome. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter the space; monitoring the overall capacity of the space and alerting a Team UV member if you are concerned about exceeding the safe capacity of the space; and being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces.
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Delegate Programming Support
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2:15 PM - 4:30 PM
While the finalists are in judging, the delegates will be busy with fun-filled activities. Volunteer activities include: Set-up and run small activities such as scavenger hunts.
Tue, Jun 03
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Judging Registration Support
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7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Judges’ day starts bright and early. Volunteers will help set them up for a successful day at CWSF. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming judges as they arrive onsite; and distributing nametags, clipboards, and judging materials.
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Information Booth Attendants
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8:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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Project Zone Greeters
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8:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Whether in the Project Zone, STEM Expo, or at one of the special events, the greeters are an important part of making everyone feel welcome. Volunteer activities include: Greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter the space; monitoring the overall capacity of the space and alerting a Team UV member if you are concerned about exceeding the safe capacity of the space; and being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces.
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Lab Tours Support
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1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
The finalists get to do a variety of Lab Experiences with the University of New Brunswick. Volunteers will ensure they make it to and from these experiences on time. Volunteer activities Include: Leading finalists to and from their Lab Experiences around campus; and remaining present during the lab tours and alerting a member of Team UV if there are any issues.
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School Visits/STEM Expo Prep
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Like the materials for the finalists, the materials for the school visitors need to be sorted and prepared. Volunteer activities include: Organising the materials for the Teacher Education Kits; and filling each school’s Education Kit with the correct amount of supplies.
Wed, Jun 04
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STEM Expo Booth Set-Up
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our STEM Expo exhibitors will need help setting up and taking down their booths. Volunteer activities include: Some heavy lifting to assist exhibitors; moving materials for Exhibitors and assisting in preparing their booths.
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School Visits/Project Zone Set-Up
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1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Like the materials for the finalists, the materials for the school visitors need to be sorted and prepared. Volunteer activities include: Organising the materials for the Teacher Education Kits; and filling each school’s Education Kit with the correct amount of supplies.
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STEM Expo Booth Set-Up
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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our STEM Expo exhibitors will need help setting up and taking down their booths. Volunteer activities include: Some heavy lifting to assist exhibitors; moving materials for Exhibitors and assisting in preparing their booths.
Thu, Jun 05
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School Visits/STEM Expo Support
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8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
The CWSF welcomes numerous school groups from around the region during Public Viewing. Volunteer activities may include: Welcoming schools as they come off their buses and directing them to the Registration Desk; checking in schools at the Registration Desk and distributing Teacher Education Kits; being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; relieving Exhibitors for short breaks (e.g. washroom) from their booths as needed; and greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter a space.
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Information Booth Attendants
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8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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CWSF Merch Store Clerks
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8:45 AM - 2:30 PM
Volunteers will be assisting members of Team UV at the CWSF Merchandise Store. Volunteer activities include: Selling CWSF merchandise to finalists, delegates, and visitors; operating a Point-of-Sale (POS) system and taking card and cash payments; restocking shelves with new inventory; and inventory of stock as needed.
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Awards Ceremony Support
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
CWSF holds many special events, from participant outings to special guest speakers. Each event requires different support. Volunteer activities may include: Assisting with the set-up of event materials; and greeting participants at the door.
Fri, Jun 06
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School Visits/STEM Expo Support
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8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
The CWSF welcomes numerous school groups from around the region during Public Viewing. Volunteer activities may include: Welcoming schools as they come off their buses and directing them to the Registration Desk; checking in schools at the Registration Desk and distributing Teacher Education Kits; being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; relieving Exhibitors for short breaks (e.g. washroom) from their booths as needed; and greeting and welcoming finalists, delegates and visitors as they enter a space.
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Information Booth Attendants
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8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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CWSF Merch Store Clerks
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8:45 AM - 2:30 PM
Volunteers will be assisting members of Team UV at the CWSF Merchandise Store. Volunteer activities include: Selling CWSF merchandise to finalists, delegates, and visitors; operating a Point-of-Sale (POS) system and taking card and cash payments; restocking shelves with new inventory; and inventory of stock as needed.
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Information Booth Attendants
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2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers—with the support of a member of Team UV—will assist participants and visitors at the Project Zone Information Booth. Volunteer activities include: Being available to answer questions or give directions to other spaces; and assist with the Lost & Found area as needed.
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Project Take Down Support
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2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteers will assist participants as needed throughout the Project Zone while finalists are taking down their posters and projects. Volunteer activities include: Scoring/Cutting project title boards to fit in finalists' suitcases.
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STEM Expo Take Down
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2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Our STEM Expo exhibitors will need help taking down their booths. Volunteer activities include: Some heavy lifting to assist exhibitors; and moving materials for Exhibitors and assisting in striking their booths.
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Tool Crib Volunteers
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2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
During Project Set-Up and Take-Down, CWSF provides various tools such as scissors, rulers and tape. Volunteer activities include: Distributing various tools and supplies to participants; and receiving tools and supplies and ensuring they are in working order.
Organizer Info
Davis Shewchuk
cwsf.volunteers@youthscience.ca
University of New Brunswick
Richard J. Currie Center, Peter Kelly Drive
Fredericton, NB
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