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Volunteer Orientation 2015 – Suit Up

More than 200 volunteers gathered on August 23^rd for a day long orientation. The day was filled with fun activities that allowed the volunteers to interact with one another and the staff. They took part in team building games and other activities like Karaoke and Just Dance. The day was aimed at setting a positive tone for the rest of the year. The volunteers were challenged to step out of their comfort zone and inspire their students to achieve great things.

Kushal, a dedicated U&I volunteer shared his life story with the crowd. The way Kushal looked at life was rather interesting. Growing up, Kushal had a rough up bringing. He saw two ways of dealing with it. He could either let life get the best of him or he could make the best out of the situation. Kushals journey with U&I started when he interned for three months. He learned to be punctual, he learned the importance of listening and patience from working with other people. At the end of his internship he knew his time with U&I could not end. He continued to be a volunteer at the Home for the Mentally Challenged Boys. Every Sunday, he chose to spend time with 85 mentally challenged boys. He continued to grow as a person. These boys taught him to be a man of his word and show up every Sunday. It brought discipline to his life. He joined U&I with the hope of giving back to the community however three two years later he claims to have grown more than he could have hoped for.

Everyday volunteers like Kushal are able to be the change by stepping out of their comfort zone. They strive to push their students to achieve their dreams and fulfill their goals. U&I Teach is looking forward to a great academic year.