"Impact 2000 Week: You make a difference in our comMUnity," presented an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to get involved, according to the Volunteer Services Web site. 

"This is the first time we have had a community service week," P. Andy Hermansdorfer, director of student activities and Greek affairs, said. "A lot of people and classes do service for the community, so we thought we could have one week where everyone can do something. This makes it easier for students to get involved." 

There were three specific requests for the week, Hermansdorfer said.

The first was for student organizations, residence hall floors and classrooms to sponsor community service projects.

The second was for volunteer agencies to give ideas of opportunities and projects.

The last was for faculty, staff and community leaders to present lectures, forums or round table discussions concerning volunteerism, community service or service learning.

The events began with a walk-a-thon, which also was part of Greek Week. Walkers raised money for the Cheli Stover Memorial Scholarship Fund for Cancer Survivors. The fund benefits cancer survivors who want to attend college. 

John Hockenberry, NBC News correspondent, also gave a presentation. Hockenberry's appearance was also a part of Disability Awareness Week. 

In addition to these programs, more than 24 community agencies and organizations hosted Marshall students in volunteer opportunities during the week. 

"We are pleased because people participated from every area we envisioned," Hermansdorfer said. 

Assistance from all members of the community was needed to make the week successful, both for students and for agencies and organizations that participated, according to the Web site. 

"More individuals participated than expected," Marcie Hatfield, graduate student, said.

Story by Courtney Ross