Office of Student Engagement

Western's All Volunteer Effort (WAVE)                                   

Want to get involved in the community? Need volunteer hours for an organization or class?  Passionate about a local cause? WAVE helps you find volunteer opportunities!

Why Volunteer?

  • WAVE logo

    Develop personal and professional skills
  • Increase your employability
  • Gain new perspectives
  • Use your skills to create change
  • Find your purpose
  • Network and make connections
  • Explore areas of interest
  • Contribute to causes you care about
  • Improve your mental wellbeing

Join WAVE!

To become a member: complete 10 service hours in one semester 

To maintain membership: complete 5 service hours per semester 

More Information:

Find us on Leatherneck Link

Follow our Instagram : wiu_wave_

Email: WAVE's President Evelynn at el-fetzer@wiu.edu

Come to our meetings, the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the Algonquin Room!

Previous Events:

           WIU Gardening                  Good Food Collab 

NVW Good Food Collab

         Animal Shelter            Cards for Elms Nursing Home

Animal Shelter Cards