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Are you interested in giving back to your college community?
Here's the perfect opportunity! Help at the Pit Fire Pottery Festival on the Douglas Campus.
If you are interested in being a volunteer at this fun event, please complete this form.
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 7, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Volunteer Shifts: You may pick multiple shifts (if available)
What is the Pit Fire Pottery Festival?
A pit fire is an ancient method of “baking” clay that has been placed in a hole or pit dug into the ground with a wood fire burning above, resulting in pieces covered in swirls of colors and patterns.
Cochise College celebrates this technique with a festival to celebrate the arts. All proceeds support the Cochise College art department and the clubs that participate as vendors. The event is free to attend, but you can purchase a hand-crafted ceramic bowl for $15 to fill with gourmet soup, freshly made by the college’s culinary arts club. 1000 ceramic bowls were each hand-made and uniquely crafted by an art student.
This event is an educational celebration of the arts and we are extending outreach to our community in hopes of making this happen for years to come. Whether you are a vendor, fellow artist or another school wishing to participate, we encourage you to reach out and be our partner for this great event.
More than just a pit fire, the Cochise College Pit Fire Festival represents the artistic expression of our global community. Bringing together thousands of attendees this event gives you access to a committed and growing college network from all parts of Mexico, Arizona, California, and many other states.
FAQ
Who is the Volunteer Coordinator, and where should I check-in?
Meet SGA at the Volunteer Check-In Tent by the 2200 building, at the entrance of the event site. Click here to access the Douglas Campus Map. Questions? Email riveraalexandra@cochise.edu.
Can kids help with volunteer tasks?
While this event is open to the family, we kindly ask that kids are not involved with volunteer duties.
At what time should I arrive?
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before your shift (if possible).
Where should I park?
You may use any on-campus parking lot, except parking lot A. The closest parking lot to the Art Pavilion is parking lot B.
How do I have to dress?
- Comfortable clothing (t-shirt & pants recommended).
- Comfortable shoes *Closed-toe shoes required.
- Volunteer vest * SGA will provide vests to volunteers that must be returned at the volunteer booth once you finish your shift.
What will my task be? Tasks will be assigned on the day of the event. Tasks may include the following, but not limited to:
Faculty/Staff
- Cash Handler - Volunteer takes cash payment and counts out change
- Credit Card Handler - Uses iPad to swipe credit cards, assists cash handler when possible
- Bowl/T-Shirt Runner - Volunteer holds up bowls or Tshirts for guests to see and choose
- Pit Perimeter Watch and Docent
Students/Alumni/Foundation Supporters
- Event Greeter - Greet people entering the event and offer them a map
- Soup Server - Assist Food Services in serving soup
- Event Assistant - Help the volunteer coordinator with shifts and event logistics
- Maintaining bowl washing area (You will not be washing bowls)
Leadership Experience
Enhance Resume
Expand Network
Make friends
Have fun!
Do volunteers get any sort of recognition?
Upon Request - Volunteers will receive a certificate and letter acknowledging the completed hours of service.
What is the Student Volunteer of the Year Award?
The Volunteer of the Year Award is designed to honor an individual who has contributed at an extraordinary level of dedication.
How do I apply for the Student Volunteer of the Year Award?
By volunteering and log in all of your volunteer hours at www.cochise.edu/cares.
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Shifts (13)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 - 4 pm: Children Arts & Crafts Activities | 2:00pm (MT) | 4:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion (Next to parking lot B) | This shift is open to employees and students! The volunteers will help facilitate easy and fun children arts and craft activities. | 2/2 | Over | |
| 2 - 4 pm: Cochise Cupboard | 2:00pm (MT) | 4:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion (Next to parking lot B) | The shift is open to employees and students! The volunteers will be tasked with receiving donations for the food pantry. | 2/2 | Over | |
| 4 - 6 pm: Children Arts & Crafts Activities | 4:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion (Next to parking lot B) |
| 2/2 | Over | |
| 4 - 6 pm: Cochise Cupboard | 4:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion (Next to parking lot B) | This shift is open to employees and students! The volunteers will be task with receiving donations for the food pantry. | 2/2 | Over | |
| 4 - 6 pm: Foundation | 4:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to employees only. This volunteer role assists Denise Hoyos, Director of Cochise College Foundation, with the following tasks:
| 9/10 | Over | |
| 4 - 6 pm: Pit Perimeter Watcher | 4:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to employees only. This volunteer role assists Ben Wilson, Director of Risk Management, with safeguarding the bonfire area. | 5/5 | Over | |
| 4 - 6 pm: Soup Station | 4:00pm (MT) | 6:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to students and employees. Volunteers' tasks include serving soup and assisting Chef Sharla Fagan from the Culinary department. | 4/4 | Over | |
| 5 - 7 pm: Cochise Cupboard | 5:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to employees and students! The volunteers will be task with receiving donations for the food pantry. | 2/2 | Over | |
| 5 - 7 pm: Pit Perimeter Watcher | 5:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to employees only. This volunteer role assists Ben Wilson, Director of Risk Management, with safeguarding the bonfire area. | 5/5 | Over | |
| 6 - 7:30 pm: Soup Station | 6:00pm (MT) | 7:30pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to students and employees. Volunteers' tasks include serving soup and assisting Chef Sharla Fagan from the Culinary department. | 4/4 | Over | |
| 6 - 8 pm: Children Arts & Crafts Activities | 6:00pm (MT) | 8:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion (Next to parking lot B) |
| 2/2 | Over | |
| 6 - 8 pm: Foundation | 6:00pm (MT) | 8:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion - Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to employees only. This volunteer role assists Denise Hoyos, Director of Cochise College Foundation with the following tasks:
| 4/10 | Over | |
| 7:30 - 9 pm: Soup Station | 7:30pm (MT) | 9:00pm (MT) | 4190 Arizona 80 Douglas, Arizona 85607 Art Pavilion- Next to parking lot B. Cochise College Douglas Campus | This shift is open to students and employees. Volunteers' tasks include serving soup and assisting Chef Sharla Fagan from the Culinary department. | 2/4 | Over |