from the GGMG president... Q and A:
GGMG Hours and Categories Gail Berry reports that the anguish of recording and categorizing our volunteer hours continues -- and many of you still have questions about the new process. None of us likes to function in uncertainty….or confusion. I hope this will address some of your questions and, hopefully, alleviate your anxiety.
Just a reminder. Once we earn full MG status, some of our GGMG activities should continue to revolve around helping Cory educate the public.
1- How do the hour requirements apply to me, a MG student?
If you are a student who has finished your classroom activities, Cory has the final word about whether the hours you worked will count towards the requirement. Your hours should be recorded at http://www.clemson.edu/cemg/login.php.
2- I finished the MG program (classwork and all volunteer hours) and earned my name tag. What should I do about my hours?
Once you completed all requirements, you are on your honor to continue to record the time you spend educating both the public and yourself. Please go to http://www.clemson.edu/cemg/login.php and type away.
3 - What happens to me in January 2010 if I am not able to work in all 10 hours of continuing, self-education and 20 hours of educating the public?
Simple answer. Nothing.
From GGMG’s standpoint, your membership category changes from Active to Alumni since you were unable to complete the 30 hours. You can be reinstated to Active status the next year you earn 30 hours.
From Clemson’s standpoint, your category within their recording system changes from Active to Alumni since you were unable to earn 30 hours. You can be reinstated.
4- What will I be unable to do as a GGMG/MG who has not earned sufficient hours to be labeled Active?
From GGMG’s viewpoint, as long as your dues are up to date, you can do anything within the organization except serve on the executive board.
From Clemson’s perspective, at this point, there are no limitations.
5-What do I have to do to earn a 50+ pin?
Be a GGMG and volunteer 50+ hours.
6-So why should I bother to record my hours?
The hours all SC MGs donate to the economy of our state are valuable arguments in support of Clemson’s MG program. Documenting our work helps Clemson justify and administer the program, monitor their agents, and to see where agents need more/less assistance. In short, by recording our hours we help to insure the future of the Master Gardener program in South Carolina.
Dr. Karen Hall, State Coordinator of SC Master Gardener Program, adds this: “SC MG's contribute not only to the economy of our state, but also to the quality of life that that we have. Gardens drive the health of the wider ecology of the natural ecosystems found in our state, by creating microhabitats for all kinds of flora and fauna. These organisms provide important ecosystem services (pollination, improving water quality, seed dispersal, fertilization, etc.) on which we all depend in order to live. For humans, gardens provide an intimate, close connection to nature and run to the core of our very being. So, as you submit hours, you help the Clemson MG program continue to provide these important services to a state that is strongly dependent on its natural resources. Help us make sure that others know the value of the services you provide by submitting your hours.
Karen |
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