The very tenets of the university — the Wisconsin Idea — speak to spreading the good works of the UW far beyond the borders of campus. Badgers are engaged with their home communities and in causes and missions throughout the world. UW alumni have always been on the forefront of public service and volunteerism: UW-Madison ranks #2 for sending volunteers into the Peace Corps. Badger alumni have long been at the forefront of social change, and the university has produced public servants on both sides of the aisle. As Badgers, volunteering to serve others is in our blood.
Here are just a few of the ways you can serve:
Volunteering with your school, department, or college
Career mentoring
Serving on committees, such as Homecoming or GPU
Class reunions
Fundraising events, such as Fill the Hill
WAA Chapter leadership and communications teams
Raising funds for Matching Dollar Scholarships
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Sep20
Community Servings Volunteer Opportunity – September - WAA: Boston Chapter
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Meet up with fellow Badgers Thursday, Sept. 20 from 6-8 p.m. for our monthly volunteer opportunity at Community Servings.
Location: Community Servings
18 Marbury Terrace ,Boston, MA 02130
Volunteer at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens - WAA: Washington, DC Chapter
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Join the fellow Badgers in Washington, DC at the Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens and volunteer to help remove invasive species, clean up litter, and more!
Location: Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Ave NE,Washingtin, DC 20019
Get the tools you need to make your alumni volunteer experience a success. You’ll find a wealth of information, including training videos, articles, tips, and an extensive Chapter Leader Handbook.
The success of the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) 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 volunteer in WAA’s governance structure or chapter leadership.
Learn more about typical chapter financial situations, chapter tax situations, steps to consider when applying for 501(c) 3 Status, liability and more.
The Wisconsin Alumni Association and its board of directors support the position the university has taken with respect to creating an environment that reduces or eliminates the adverse consequences of alcohol misuse.
Looking to connect with Badgers but there isn’t a chapter in your area? Start one! There are alumni in all corners of the world, and there’s a good chance there are fellow Badgers near you looking for folks that share that UW connection.
Learn about work being done by Badgers around the world. See what your fellow alumni are accomplishing in communities all across America and around the world. Find inspiration and ideas you can use in your own endeavors. There are a lot of Badgers out there in the world doing great things — here are just a few of them.
Terhaar, an executive assistant for the Brunswick Group, is a former AmeriCorps/VISTA leader who assisted the city of Fairbanks, Alaska, in its mission to combat poverty in interior Alaska.
Zakowski was appointed to the Brown County Circuit Court in 2011 and was elected to a six-year term in 2012. He was appointed the Brown County district attorney in 1987 at age 30 and spent 24 years in the DA’s office before replacing Judge J. D. McKay.
The Phillipses have dedicated many years to hospitality in the Chequamegon Bay area, including ownership of a Bayfield bed-and-breakfast, the Old Rittenhouse Inn, and Carriage Antiques in Hayward.
No matter your skills, experience, and expertise, there’s a volunteer opportunity for you. Choose events and opportunities that fit your own unique personality and abilities. There’s a job, task, or need waiting just for you! Below you’ll find a list of upcoming events and current volunteer opportunities.
Upcoming Opportunities
Sep20
Community Servings Volunteer Opportunity – September - WAA: Boston Chapter
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Meet up with fellow Badgers Thursday, Sept. 20 from 6-8 p.m. for our monthly volunteer opportunity at Community Servings.
Location: Community Servings
18 Marbury Terrace ,Boston, MA 02130
Volunteer at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens - WAA: Washington, DC Chapter
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Join the fellow Badgers in Washington, DC at the Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens and volunteer to help remove invasive species, clean up litter, and more!
Location: Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Ave NE,Washingtin, DC 20019
Register today to become a Badger alumni volunteer. No matter which volunteer area interests you, this is the place to begin. Fill out the form below to get started.
