How Management Impacts NERDS College Student Volunteers

Author

Tonkia T. Bridges, University of Dayton

Date of Award

2023

Degree Name

Ed.D. in Leadership for Organizations

Department

Department of Educational Administration

Advisor/Chair

James Olive

Abstract

This study examines the NERDS organization's increased demand for services and the need to improve volunteer engagement through selection, onboarding, and training processes. Surveys and interviews with volunteers provide the basis for an action plan to hire a part-time volunteer manager, establish a university partnership, implement a selection process, and develop a mentor program. The plan includes timelines, goals, and outcomes to improve recruitment and retention of college student volunteers. The study concludes that implementing the plan will enhance volunteer management efficiency, staff-volunteer relationships, and organizational culture and climate while providing valuable skills and experiences for college student volunteers.

Keywords

Retention of college student volunteers Volunteer management efficiency College student volunteers Improve volunteer engagement Nonprofit- University partnership

Rights Statement

Copyright © 2023, Author

Recommended Citation

Bridges, Tonkia T., "How Management Impacts NERDS College Student Volunteers" (2023). Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 7296.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/graduate_theses/7296