Student Liaisons

Do you have a good driving record and embrace the JCU mission of being a “man or woman for others”? Do you enjoy participating in service and interacting with students and the community? If so, become a CSSA Student Liaison!

The Center for Service-Learning and Social Action provides weekly service and one time service opportunities for John Carroll University students at over 75 community partners throughout the greater Cleveland area. Transportation to and from many of the sites is provided by John Carroll University in university-owned vans.

As a CSSA representative, Student Liaisons serve as peer service leaders and van drivers as they facilitate a positive service experience for their fellow JCU students.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• participating in the service activity
• serving as a CSSA ambassador for the community partner
• transporting students to and from service sites
• ensuring accurate attendance records
• providing pertinent information to CSSA staff members
• attending mandatory training sessions
• facilitating reflection

Qualifications for the position include:

• a passion for standing in solidarity and partnership with those who are living on the margins
• a valid drivers license and a good driving record
• a desire to engage in ongoing reflection, leadership, and learning.

Federal work study eligibility is preferred.

To apply for this position with CSSA, click here to complete this form.

Each academic year, eight Student Liaisons are selected to serve as part of the Student Leadership Team. In addition to their regular responsibilities, members of the Leadership Team facilitate the mentor group program, create and shape monthly liaison training sessions, facilitate and help to redesign the reflection process in service, and work as one unit to assist in guiding the programming of the office.

Click here to watch our video and learn more about the SLT!

Isidora Djukic (she/her/hers)

Isidora is a Junior from North Royalton, OH. She is majoring in Cell and Molecular Biology with minors in Political Science and Chemistry. Isidora has experience serving at the Boys Hope Girls Hope as one of the Summer in the City Interns and the YouthAbility Exercise Classes sites. Isidora is also the Vice President of Chi Omega Sorority, a General Chemistry Lab Teaching Assistant, and a Tour Guide on campus. Isidora writes as her favorite part about working with CSSA as, "I love CSSA for its mission and what we stand for. CSSA has taught me the importance of not only serving for and with others, but also diving deeper into the root causes of social justice issues facing our Cleveland community."

Sydney Burger (she/her/hers)

Sydney is a Junior from Twinsburg, OH. She is majoring in Political Science and Integrated Marketing Communications with minors in Leadership Development and Peace, Justice, and Human Rights. Sydney has experience serving the Juvenile Detention Center, Cleveland Sews, CHUH Options Program, Boulevard Elementary, Boys Hope Girls Hope, Neighborhood Connections, and Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry sites. Sydney is also a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, The Carroll News, Labre, Arrupe Scholars, and a Tour Guide on campus. Sydney writes as her favorite part about working with CSSA as, "I love being surrounded by like minded individuals who are passionate about service learning, and getting to explore the great city of Cleveland and its offerings!"

Wilson Ha (he/him/his)

Wilson is a Junior from Medina, OH. He is majoring in Biology with a Neuroscience Concentration with minors in Chemistry and Peace, Justice, and Human Rights. Wilson has experience serving the Noble Elementary, CHUH Options Program, Youthability Conversation Club, Youthability Exercise Club, and Rainbow Connects sites. Wilson is also a member of Student Government, Sustainability Committee, Rhapsody Blue Men's Acapella, Arrupe Scholars Program, Pre-Med Society, and the Gardening Club on campus. Wilson writes as his favorite part about working with CSSA as, "Having such a supportive and expansive network of people who share a passion for service and social change."

Sophia Ruse (she/her/hers)

Sophia is a senior from Rossford, OH. She is majoring in Communications with a concentration in Integrated Marketing. Sophia has experience serving the Fatima Family Center, Bolton Elementary, and St. Benedictine High School sites. Sophia is also a member of Seeds of Hope, Carroll Faith Community, Eta Eta the Communications Honor Society, and the Arrupe Social Justice Scholars, where she is also an Arrupe Mentor. Sophia writes as her favorite part about working with CSSA as, "The Staff, Each staff member goes out of their way to check in and support each person that walks through the doors at CSSA.

Zach Brinks (he/him/his)

Zach is a senior from Loveland, OH. He is majoring in Psychology with minors in Exercise Science and Leadership Development. Zach has experience serving the CCJDC, St. Thomas Aquinas, and STEM Lobo Lab sites. Zach is also a member of the Men's Varsity Golf Team and is the PT/OT Club President on campus. Zach writes as his favorite part about working with CSSA as, "The community and vast amount of people you get to meet through its opportunities."

Celeste Wellman (she/her/hers)

Celeste is a junior from Middleburg, OH. She is majoring in Exercise Science with a minor in Leadership Development. Celeste has experience serving the St. Thomas Aquinas and Marion Sterling as a Carroll Reads Tutor, L'Arche, CHUH Options Program, and Boulevard Elementary sites. Celeste is also a member of Carroll Faith Community, Immersion Program, Labre Core Team, Resident Assistant, and the Leadership Scholars Program on campus. Celeste writes as her favorite part about working with CSSA as, "Honestly my favorite part of CSSA has to be the connections I have created with the kids at Marion Sterling. It was my first time ever tutoring young students, and now a year later, it has formed a new passion in my life. Also of course, the best office on campus and the beautiful people involved."

Natalie Byrne (she/her/hers)

Natalie is a junior from North Ridgeville, OH. She is majoring in Primary Education with a minor in Peace, Justice, and Human Rights. Natalie has experience serving Gearity Elementary as a Carroll Calculates Tutor, Zelie's Home, and Julie Billiart Elementary sites. Natalie is also a member of Carroll Faith Community and Campus Ministry on campus. Natalie writes as her favorite part about working with CSSA as, "My favorite aspect of working with CSSA is the relationships I have been able to strengthen with my peers and members of the community. It is beautiful over the course of a semester how you are able to first walk in as strangers, but leave having a deeper appreciation for one another. Also, I love how not only am I able to impact the community, but they also have impacted me to be grateful for all the little moments, as well as challenging me to be more empathetic."

Do you have a good driving record and embrace the JCU mission of being a “man or woman for others”? Do you enjoy participating in service and interacting with students and the community? If so, become a CSSA Student Liaison!

The Center for Service-Learning and Social Action provides weekly service and one time service opportunities for John Carroll University students at over 75 community partners throughout the greater Cleveland area. Transportation to and from many of the sites is provided by John Carroll University in university-owned vans.

As a CSSA representative, Student Liaisons serve as peer service leaders and van drivers as they facilitate a positive service experience for their fellow JCU students.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• participating in the service activity
• serving as a CSSA ambassador for the community partner
• transporting students to and from service sites
• ensuring accurate attendance records
• providing pertinent information to CSSA staff members
• attending mandatory training sessions
• facilitating reflection

Qualifications for the position include:

• a passion for standing in solidarity and partnership with those who are living on the margins
• a valid drivers license and a good driving record
• a desire to engage in ongoing reflection, leadership, and learning.

Federal work study eligibility is preferred.

To apply for this position with CSSA, click here to complete this form.