Volunteering with The Study
Ideas thrive when people show up for each other. Every volunteer helps create space for conversation, curiosity, and community. Whether you’re greeting guests, sharing stories, or helping behind the scenes, your time brings The Study’s mission to life.
The Study’s programs and events depend on the generosity of volunteers. Whether you love meeting people, spreading the word, or helping behind the scenes, there’s a role for you. Most roles are just 1–2 hours per event and come with training and support.
PLAY A KEY ROLE IN CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER
Event Day Volunteers
Be the friendly face that makes our gatherings welcoming and successful.
Help make every Study event a warm and engaging experience. Event Day Volunteers greet guests, assist with setup, support technology and accessibility needs, and ensure things run smoothly. Whether you’re managing check-in, helping a scholar, or keeping the coffee flowing, your presence makes our gatherings memorable.
Greeters & Check-In
Welcome attendees, hand out programs, manage name tags.
Setup & Teardown Crew
Help with chairs, AV, signage, and refreshments.
Hospitality Assistants
Monitor coffee, snacks, and supplies.
Tech Helpers
Assist staff with Zoom waiting rooms, livestream monitoring, or microphone support.
Event Hosts
Guide small-group conversations at Think & Drink or Study Clubs (training provided).
Accessibility Support
Help guests who need mobility assistance or large-print materials.
Scholar Support
Be a point of contact for visiting speakers.
Community Connectors
Spread the word and bring people together in your city.
Help share the humanities through The Study in your community. Community Connectors spread the word about events, capture stories and photos, and build local partnerships. Whether you’re posting flyers, sharing on social media, or helping a library or school host a watch party, you play a key role in bringing people together through ideas and conversation.
Social Media Amplifiers
Share event posts and updates with your networks.
Photography Volunteers
Capture moments at events for our social media and newsletters.
Story Collectors
Ask attendees, “What did you learn tonight?” and gather quotes.
Flyer Distribution
Post flyers in coffee shops, libraries, and on campus boards.
Community Calendar Helpers
Submit events to local newspapers, radio, and online listings.
Library & School Partners
Help host watch parties, Study Clubs, or connect us with student groups.
Behind-the-Scenes Helpers
Support the mission even when you can’t attend in person.
Support The Study from wherever you are. Behind-the-Scenes Helpers lend their time and skills to data entry, surveys, thank-you notes, and resource building. Your quiet contributions help our team stay organized, responsive, and ready to keep learning opportunities thriving across North Dakota.
Survey Helpers
Enter feedback results from paper surveys.
Thank-You Note Writers
Send handwritten notes to donors, scholars, or volunteers.
Data Entry Assistants
Update contact info or clean spreadsheets after events.
Resource Builders
Help staff compile reading lists, discussion guides, or resource packets.
Volunteer Application
