VOLUNTEERING

“Volunteering with Enviro Warriors has been a great experience. Whether it be helping with the clean up after a music festival or learning new skills and meeting new people while planting seedlings in the Enviro Warrior garden. I’ve also enjoyed coming to uni early in the morning and tending to the garden, it provides a quiet serenity that is difficult to find in my busy mid-session schedule. It feels good to be able to help cultivate part of the campus environment, providing a cleaner and more positive atmosphere for myself and the other students to enjoy.”

“Being part of the UniLife Volunteering Team within the Events Crew was easily one of the highlights of my UOW journey. Having the platform to be actively engaged at UOW through programs allowed me to develop both personally and professionally – all in a way that would not have been possible within a classroom setting.

The volunteering program excels in developing the skills of all involved through valuing the input and contribution that Vollies from varying backgrounds bring with them. Along with larger scale events, I was lucky enough to work closely within the UniBar Trivia and UOW Buddies teams that provided the opportunity to collaborate with likeminded and equally passionate individuals. The Events Crew volunteering pillar allowed me to go beyond the usual academic aspect of University to make a positive impact on the students I have met – whether it be teaching someone something new about Australian culture, or providing a safe and fun space at Trivia for participants to take a break from the stress that comes with studying.

Being an Events Crew volunteer is more than just volunteering – it’s making friends, bringing smiles to people’s faces, engaging with your community and truly making a difference.”

“Being able to promote health and wellbeing through sport and exercise is something that I believe is very important. Play Free Sport has motivated me to become a more active volunteer, become a dedicated member of the community and develop more of an interest in sports. It’s a positive environment where people are free to play sport in a supportive and non-judgmental scene and this experience can help to develop skills in your chosen sport.”

Being part of UOW Pulse volunteering community for the past few months has been a unique experience for me. It is the perfect opportunity for everyone to get out of the stressful studying
routine and have a fun time whilst also giving back to the community. Working at UOW Pulse helped me develop communicating and teamworking skills, by being able to meet with various during the shifts, as well as work with other peers, in order to make the events run smoothly.
The volunteering community is very welcoming, and people are keen on helping each-other and try a make everyone’s stay more enjoyable. UOW Pulse offers a wide range of events that students can easily sign-in online from their devices at home based on their preferences.
UOW Pulse volunteering program is also recognised by UOWx which may aid students who are required to have a portfolio to have better opportunities of being accepted by postgraduate schools.
Overall, working at UOW Pulse is the perfect opportunity to come out of the comfort zone and try a do something different in order to be able and help to make UOW a more fun place to study at, as well as make new friends from various backgrounds.

Volunteering with UOW Pulse has provided me with so many wonderful opportunities. I’ve been able to meet new people, grow more confident in myself, and make lifelong memories. The opportunity to participate in activities as a volunteer allows me to take a break from the stress of classes and studying through giving back and having fun. Whether it be handing out treats for Random Acts of Kindness, going on day trips to the Blue Mountains with students, or seeing my favourite bands play at UniBar, volunteering has become the highlight of each week for me. Being a part of a caring and inclusive team that is making a positive difference at UOW is also incredibly rewarding, and is something that I will always cherish when looking back at my time at UOW.

Moving to UOW after the Covid restrictions, I was not merely looking to complete my degree but looking to create a lot of memories and friends. With the on-campus experience, I wanted to be inspired, feel passionate, be challenged in various fields, do something that encouraged and empowered me to participate in a variety of team events and contribute to the UOW community.

Signing up for Pulse volunteering and being an ever-present member of the team helped me achieve all my goals. The UOW Pulse program has a creative environment and encourages us to interact and engage with the student community constantly. I liked the mindset and culture of the team, and along with their free-spirited nature has allowed me to confidently engage and interact with other students and peers. The Pulse team regularly conducts a variety of events and presents numerous opportunities, for students to be actively involved on-campus. Few events such as Campus fest, Goodwill hunting, Pulse community garden, Brekky Bar, Wellness Wednesdays, and Pulse pantry constantly challenged me and helped me build new skills such as Leadership, organisational skills, communication, and event management.

With the Pulse volunteering opportunity, I was able to make a positive impact to the UOW community and leave with good friends and memories.