Get Involved
Badgers are helpful creatures. UW–Madison Badgers are, at least. How else can you explain alumni volunteering and advocating for the UW, and serving as Wisconsin Alumni Association chapter and group leaders each year? There are many ways for you to get involved and connect to the UW community. No matter your interests, experience, or location, all Badgers can serve the greater good.
Ways to Serve the UW and the Badger Community
Alumni Chapters
Get involved in your local U.S. chapter or international chapter to meet Badgers who live near you! Find local Badger hangouts and events where you can join a fun, spirited community and even take on important leadership roles.
Affinity Groups
Meet Badgers from all over the world who share similar identities and an interest in supporting UW students and alumni. Affinity group communities create a space where you can connect with other alumni both socially and professionally, celebrate those who make a difference in their communities, support students during their time on campus, and more.
UW–Madison Advocacy
Alumni are crucial to ensuring continued support for UW–Madison. Ready to amplify your voice? Join the UW Advocacy Coalition! You’ll work alongside WAA to stay up to date on important issues and create a public dialogue about the importance of higher education — both in Wisconsin and beyond.
Recent-Grad Council
The Recent-Grad Council is a group of dedicated UW alumni who serve as peer voices and advocates for fellow recent graduates, helping to provide meaningful programming and spaces for connection. All members are aged 35 years or younger and within 10 years of graduation.
Volunteer Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Agreement
The success of the Wisconsin Alumni Association depends on a network of volunteers serving in a variety of roles. WAA values its volunteers and works to create programs and services to support and enhance their involvement. This agreement has been established to help WAA fulfill its mission to support the vision and goals of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. This policy applies to members of the national board of directors, alumni volunteers, affiliate leaders, and any other volunteers in WAA’s governance structure or chapter leadership.