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Community Service

The Office of Student Life would like to help you get involved and make a difference in the community! Whether you are volunteering for fun, looking for a group project for your student organization, or you need to earn service hours for a class, we can help you find sites that match your interests.

Top 10 Reasons to Volunteer

  1. Connect with your community.
  2. Conserve funds for charities, nonprofits and other community organizations by contributing your time.
  3. Share your skills and gain new ones.
  4. Develop self-esteem and self-confidence.
  5. Meet new people from all walks of life.
  6. Enhance your resume and make important networking contacts.
  7. Promote a worthwhile activity.
  8. Feel needed and valued.
  9. Experience something new.
  10. Have fun!

For help finding a volunteer site or setting up a group project contact us at OSLservice@umsl.edu or (314)516-5291.