The FGCU Roots of Compassion & Kindness (ROCK) Center needs student volunteers to celebrate and uplift older adults through compassionate conversations and listening. Engage in intergenerational storytelling as members of the community share their life experiences with kindness. This project promotes intergenerational connections, and community care. Involves in-person conversations, as well as filming for a documentary. Students may be asked to record and edit as needed. Students will have the support of the ROCK Center, along with our partner videographer and filmmaker, Jameson Yingling. 

Runs Monday-Sunday throughout the entire Fall 2025 semester. This project is long-term through the semester and best suited for a student looking for a longer-term project.

Differing Locations based on the senior who is paired with a student.

NACE Career Competencies: Communication, Equity & Inclusion, Professionalism, Teamwork/Collaboration

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Good Health and Well-being (3), Reduced Inequalities (10)

Majors that align with this opportunity: Sociology, Psychology, Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt, Nursing, Social Work

Contact of event Coordinator:

Name: Maria Roca

Email: mroca@fgcu.edu

Sign up for this opportunity through the following link:

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