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What is Hi-lights?

Developed specifically for students involved in volunteering, the Hi-lights scheme will help you get the most out of your volunteering as well as demonstrating to future employers that you are motivated, enterprising and committed to personal development.

Taking part in Hi-lights: The HUU Award will:

Enhance your understanding of the skills you are develop through volunteering Enable you to communicate your skills and experience effectively at in applications and at interview

Give you access a wide variety of training sessions and workshops

Give you recognition for all the work you put into volunteering

Who can take part?

Any student involved in volunteering in or out of the Union. Here are some of the areas you could be involved in:

What’s the commitment?

Students working towards Hi-lights commit to the scheme for one academic year. You should also be prepared to organise a volunteering role which requires regular commitment over the course of the year.

How does it work?

The overall aim is for students to put together a portfolio documenting their voluntary work. This portfolio is made up of a reflective diary and a series of reflective exercises which you can complete at your own pace. You will also be able to access a number of training sessions and workshops which will complement your progress through the course and offer you the chance to broaden your horizons with a series of diverse workshops including first aid and employability skills.

After a minimum of one year’s involvement, you will be invited to submit your portfolio for assessment. Candidates who show motivation, enthusiasm and a determination to challenge themselves and excel in their chosen area will be recommended for the award which will be presented at HUU’s Volunteer Awards.

How do I sign up?

The only prerequisite for signing up to Hi-lights is that you will be doing some form of volunteering or part-time work alongside your degree.

You can apply by filling in a form and returning it to the Student Activities Centre in Hull (first floor of the Union) or Scarborough (ground floor, Students' Union). 

The deadline for applications is Friday 14th October.

You can get the form in one of several ways:

Download it from the website (link below)

Pick it up from the Student Activities Centre in Hull or Scarborough

Pick it up from the Societies and Volunteering Bazaar in Hull on Wednesday 28th September

Pick it up from the Scarborough Freshers' Fair on Friday 30th September