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Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (COVE)

Helping Hands
Students help the elderly residents of the Madison Lane Apartments as part of the annual Memorial Day of Service. GET INVOLVED
Afternoons of Service
The MLK Afternoon of Service hopes to honor Dr. King's teachings of citizenship and service, and recognize the role they play in strengthening communities.
Alternative Breaks
Learning at Colgate does not stop when students go on break. Alternative breaks foster teamwork and friendships while helping a community in need. LEARN MORE
Living in a community as close-knit as Hamilton, it is impossible to ignore the impact you can have on your larger community. We’re here to help you explore your role in the community through service, citizenship, and community building.

Our Goals

The COVE is a professionally staffed organization, and we're here to support student volunteer organizations, service-learning classes, internship programs, residential life initiatives, social-change efforts, and change-oriented career counseling.

Everything we do focuses on these two challenges:
  • To create healthy communities that meet the multiple needs of all people
  • To create an active body of citizen community builders

Get Involved in Your Community

Student Volunteer Organizations: We advise and support numerous organizations that do great service in our community.
Current Initiatives: Check out what issues our students and staff are particularly engaged in addressing right now.
Our Community: Learn more about Colgate's hometown — Hamilton!
COVE Staff: We are a professional staff and provide guidance and support to student volunteers and community members. Get in touch with us!

Contact Us

Office: 109 Lathrop (Campus map)
Phone: 315-228-6880
Fax: 315-228-6881