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UVA Public Service is the front door to public service at the University of Virginia, designed to connect students, faculty, and community partners to social entrepreneurship, community engagement, and co–curricular service opportunities.

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If you’re interested in making a positive impact on the people and communities around you, while a student and after you graduate, then the Public Service Pathways program is for you.
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Public Service Pathways Orientation

Student Health and Wellness Room 100A-101B

As part of your participation in the Public Service Pathways program, the Pathways' Student Advisory Council and Pathways' program staff would like to invite you to Orientation.

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Community Engagement 101 Workshop

Student Health and Wellness Room 100A-101B

As part of your participation in the Public Service Pathways program, the Pathways' Student Advisory Council and Pathways' program staff would like to invite you to the Community Engagement 101 Wor

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Hoos Serving Spotlight

Eleanor Steiner


Eleanor Steiner (she/her) is a fourth-year Human Biology Major and Spanish Minor in the College of Arts and Science. Eleanor serves as the Executive Director of the UVA Community Food Pantry, an open-access food support resource for students on Grounds. Nationally, 23% of college students experience food insecurity, and at UVA, 41.2% of incoming students in 2023 expressed concern over their food insecurity status over their four years. All students without demonstrated need have access to the pantry. Read More >>

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Service Opportunities

VISAS Spring 2025 Flyer for Volunteers and English Learners

Join VISAS: Connect Cultures, Share Your English Language Skills

VISAS is a free program connecting UVA’s international community with volunteers to practice English, build relationships, and share cultures. Volunteer opportunities include VISAS Cafe, Language Consultant, Workplace English Partner, Media Consultant, and various ESL class assistant roles.

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Literacy Volunteers is seeking compassionate volunteers to tutor area adults in reading, writing, and speaking English. No teaching experience required. We'll train you!

Change a life through literacy! Become a literacy volunteer!

Jefferson School City Center, 233 4th St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle is seeking volunteer tutors. Many of our students are refugees and immigrants trying to better their lives in their new community.

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Inspire Local Kids in a Fun and Dynamic Environment

524 East Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Volunteers play an invaluable role in helping the Virginia Discovery Museum fulfill its mission through their time and talents.
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