The office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Get information on volunteer opportunities and guidance on choosing activities based on your interests. Make an appointment by emailing ovp@illinois.edu, or walk-ins are always welcome.
*For online volunteer resources, visit the website: http://union.illinois.edu/get-involved/office-of-volunteer-programs/resources
*Browse our online library catalog at go.illinois.edu/OVPLibrary.
*Find volunteer opportunities at CUVolunteer.org
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iENGAGE: St. Louis One-day Service and Sightseeing Trip
Join the Office of Volunteer Programs (OVP), OIIR International Education, and International Student and Scholars Services (ISSS) on a one day service and sightseeing trip to St. Louis on Saturday, April 1. Students will volunteer with Helping Hand Me Downs and visit the City Museum and Forest Park. The trip only costs $45 per individual. Trip participant applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 5. To complete a trip application, go to http://go.illinois.edu/iENGAGE.
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Nominate Service Leaders for Volunteer Awards: The Illini Union Office of Volunteer Programs is accepting nominations for its annual Volunteer Service Recognition Awards. Each year, students, RSOs, and campus employees are recognized for their volunteer and service efforts on-campus, in the community, and around the world. This is your chance to recognize those who volunteer and serve on campus or in the community. Submit individual, group, and self-nominations by Sunday, March 5, 2017 at http://go.illinois.edu/volunteeraward.
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Summer OVP Staff PositionsSummer student employees will assist with office duties, work on fall semester programs, and answer questions about how students can get involved in service projects. Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate student for Fall 2017 classes. For more information and learn how to apply go to http://union.illinois.edu/get-involved/office-of-volunteer-programs/staff-and-employment.
Thanks to the Office of Volunteer programs for this information item.
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