Volunteer Opportunities

Ringling College of Art and Design’s department of Student Volunteerism and Service-Learning has hired student Federal Work Study employees each year to expand our community outreach to even greater potential. This student group, called RVO (Ringling Volunteerism), is working hard to implement new marketing strategies, increase campus club and organization involvement, and strengthen our existing partnerships with local non-profit organizations. A huge ‘thank you’ to our hard-working student employees who are a wonderful example of service at Ringling College and to the Sarasota community!

This group is made up of volunteer students nominated by the heads of the academic departments and staff members of various student/academic support services. The students are chosen because they excel in and out of the classroom and those who nominated them believe they will serve as great representatives of their fellow students and Ringling College.

The John and Robin Sullivan YEA! (Youth Experiencing Art) Program at Ringling College of Art and Design provides art and arts-integration experiences to PreK–12 teachers and students. YEA! pairs Ringling College students with classroom teachers and art teachers. These pairs co-develop, co-teach, and co-assess projects connected to the students’ curriculum. By engaging in long-term residencies, students gain multiple arts experiences that are personally meaningful and relevant.

The Lazarus Engaged Learning Assistantship offers students a unique opportunity to connect academic knowledge with real-world experience through hands-on, community-focused projects. Participants collaborate closely with local community partners, faculty, and staff to develop practical skills, deepen their understanding, and make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. This immersive scholarship-based program empowers students to become thoughtful leaders and engaged citizens while enhancing their academic and professional growth.