VolunteerUT
VolunteerUT is the umbrella that connects members of the UT community with direct service opportunities across central Texas. VolunteerUT's programs and resources make volunteering easily accessible, whether as a one-time event or an ongoing commitment. Check out all the ways to connect:
- GivePulse is the primary platform used to connect UT students, faculty, and staff with local organizations in need of volunteers. By logging in with your EID, you can search for service opportunities under the "Events" tab.
- @volunteer_ut Instagram account shares volunteer opportunities and is a quick, easy way for students to find a place to serve.
- Sign up to receive our weekly email that highlights volunteer opportunities around Austin!
- Join us for our service series!
Canvas
Join our Canvas space! Members of the UT Austin community who join will have access to GivePulse user guides, regular updates from Volunteerism and Service Learning, volunteer requests and recommendations and more. This space is best for: student organization officers in charge of service, staff and professors who manage service for their courses, programs or scholarships, and all Longhorns looking for volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer Fair
VolunteerUT hosts the annual Volunteer Fair at the beginning of the school year, inviting dozens of organizations from the greater Austin area to campus to share volunteer opportunities with students.
Days of Service Series
Each year, Volunteerism and Service Learning coordinates several local days of action that coincide with nationally recognized days of service. If you're looking for an opportunity to get involved in a larger event with the Austin community, these days are a great place to start!
- 9/11 Day of Service
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Cesar Chavez Day
- Be the Change Day
- National Volunteer Week
Graduation Recognition
Beginning in 2024-2025, Longhorns who complete over 400 hours of service prior to their application for graduation are eligible for graduation honors.
Consultations
Volunteerism and Service Learning will work with you to identify the tools and partnerships to make your service experience successful.
Some of our most common topics for discussion:
- Finding service-learning courses and service opportunities.
- Tracking individual and group service hours.
- Connecting to community partners for semester-long projects.
- Planning and executing service projects for individuals or groups (both on-campus and off-campus).
- Information on best practices and risk management planning.
- Reflection materials for community service activities.
- Tools for understanding how to work effectively with community partners.
- Creating course proposals or service-learning curriculum.
To schedule a consultation, virtual or in-person, email us at UTVSL@austin.utexas.edu.