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!

Join WAVE!

To become a member: Fill out this membership form. Members now have the opportunity to earn incentives based on the number of volunteer hours logged on Volunteer Link under the WAVE Member's User Group. 

Yearly Incentives include... 

  • 5 Hours- Rubber Wristband
  • 10 Hours- Sticker Pack
  • 15 Hours- Water Bottle 
  • 20+ Hours- T-Shirt

Cumulative Incentives include...

A pin for graduation for individuals who meet the following requirements: 

  • 200+ volunteer hours for 4-year students
  • 100+ volunteer hours for 2-year students
  • Executive Board members 

More Information:

Find us on Leatherneck Link

Volunteer with us on Volunteer Link

Follow our Instagram : wiu_wave_

Email: WAVE's President Ripley at rs-zanger@wiu.edu

Come to our meetings, the first Wednesday of every month at 5 pm in the Fox Room!

Previous Events:

           WIU Gardening                  Good Food Collab 

NVW Good Food Collab

         Animal Shelter            Cards for Elms Nursing Home

Animal Shelter Cards