ABOUT US
VolunteerUA is a student-led initiative through the Associated Students of the University of Arizona. Our mission is to respond to the needs of the people by connecting the campus and community through intentional service opportunities. We prepare our students for lifelong citizenship and to be advocates of social change.
To accomplish our mission, we:
Serve as a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities both on campus and in the greater community
Offer leadership opportunities to students interested in coordinating volunteer projects
Offer resources and personal contacts to agencies for students to gain a more comprehensive understanding of issues facing our community
Support and advocate for both the university and the community
Facilitate the volunteer matching process between students and community partners
Provide opportunities for continued service after events and graduation
By participating through VolunteerUA, participants will:
Exercise problem solving skills to address real-world social issues
Gain different perspectives on other's values and beliefs through exposure to diverse cultures and situations
View community as a priority when making life decisions
Obtain clarity in one's own values and belief system
Make connections between service opportunities and curricular/personal experiences resulting in continued engagement
Recognize critical social issues facing the local, national, and global community
Utilize leadership and organizational abilities in implementing volunteer projects for self and groups
Apply flexibility and adaptability with peers, administrators, and community partners
