Connecting Campus and Community through Community-based Service, Learning, and Research
Registration for Badger Volunteers is now open, offering students the chance to connect with local organizations through meaningful service each week. By joining, you not only give back to the Madison community, but also gain valuable experience, build relationships and explore interests outside the classroom. This is a way to make a tangible impact while developing skills that last well beyond your time on campus.
Caitlin Proffitt, a three-year participant in the Badger Volunteers program and now a Morgridge Center Badger Volunteers intern, has always had a passion for community engagement. Her time spent with the residents of the Central Wisconsin Center has been nothing short of transformative, as she has developed personal relationships with several of their members along the way, just one of the many experiences that demonstrate Badger Volunteers' lasting impact.
Highlights from this year include: the launch of BadgersEngage through the software platform Givepulse, Wisconsin Idea Conference, hiring of Dr. Dave Lassen, community-university partnerships awards and more.
This one-day event brought together over 200 community members, faculty and staff and students from across the city and state. With a focus on the concept of exchange, attendees had an opportunity to learn together and build community.
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin–Badgerland is far more than just Thin Mints and Caramel DeLites—it's a dynamic network of programs, dedicated staff, and volunteers committed to shaping future leaders. Through the Badger Volunteer program, students devote two to three hours per week to serving the organization.
A former Morgridge Center peer advisor and Badger Volunteer, Emily Merkel has spent the last six months in Kenya as a community health outreach volunteer with the Peace Corps.
The first episode of GridgeFridge season 5 has arrived! Listen to hear from Dr. Monique Chism, the under secretary for education at the world's largest museum, education, and research complex: the Smithsonian.
Want to volunteer this semester but unsure where to start? Book an appointment with a peer advisor to find meaningful service opportunities that suit your interests and schedule!
The Public Service Fair is just around the corner! Don't miss this opportunity to dive into your local community, discover 60+ service-related organizations, and connect with students who share similar passions.
As the new school year approaches, food insecurity looms large for many UW-Madison students. In response to this persistent concern, student-led organizations are working diligently to ensure access to nutritious and affordable food on campus.