University of Michigan’s Voices of the Staff members, both current and alumni, gathered for a community outreach event at Camp North Star Reach in Pinckney last month. This effort is part of the program’s initiative to engage staff in meaningful service activities. The camp offers free outdoor experiences to children with medical needs, emphasizing the staff’s commitment to service and community support. During this event, participants dedicated time to prepare the camp for its June opening.
This occasion marked the second “Half Day of Service” at the camp, allowing staff to contribute to the community. “This is an amazing opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and make an impact at a camp that closely aligns with our value of service,” stated Rich Holcomb, associate vice president for human resources. “There is a great sense of gratification in contributing, even in a small way, to the camp’s goal of providing memorable experiences for so many children.”
About 50 staff members participated in various tasks such as cleaning windows, weeding flowerbeds, spreading mulch, splitting wood, and painting “moose tracks” around the camp. These activities are part of the university’s flagship employee engagement program, Voices of the Staff, which aims to empower staff through active participation in university operations and community improvement projects.
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