Signature Service Days
Throughout the year, projects address many different social issues affecting our community. Volunteers get to participate in the project of their choosing and are provided lunch and transportation. All Signature Service Days are held at UNO's Community Engagement Center and are from 8:30 A.M. - 2 P.M.
Seven Days of Service
Join UNO in a marathon of service! Each day during spring break, The Office of Civic & Social Responsibility will host a Signature Service Day. We welcome all people to join the UNO community to serve others. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners. Don't forget Seven Days of Service will offer a variety of volunteer opportunities on March 16, 18-23. Are you a member of a group that is interested in serving together? We can sign-up your group (five or more) to ensure they volunteer at one site. Please complete this form one week in advance to reserve a site for your group.
UNO Global Day of Service
For the second year, UNO invites alumni to serve community partners alongside UNO students at UNO Alumni Global Day of Service. Alumni who participate March 23 as part of our in-person service day in Omaha are encouraged to bring family and friends — this is a great opportunity for youth to get service hours! Participants will meet at UNO for breakfast then be transported to the project they sign up for. Dress to make a difference and prepare for a memorable and impactful experience. Lunch also will be provided. Are you a member of a group that is interested in serving together? We can sign-up your group (five or more) to ensure they volunteer at one site. Please complete this form one week in advance to reserve a site for your group
SERVICE ON YOUR OWN
Alumni unable to join us in person on March 23 are encouraged to initiate their own service project between March 16-23 wherever they live. Consider picking up litter, helping at a shelter, serving youth, or anything else close to your heart. The resources below may help connect you to opportunities in your area. Pledge your service here.
Earth Day of Service
Earth Day of Service celebrates and mobilizes the Omaha community who improve their community through service. We welcome all people to join the UNO community to serve others. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners. Are you a member of a group that is interested in serving together? We can sign-up your group (five or more) to ensure they volunteer at one site. Please complete this form one week in advance to reserve a site for your group
Maverick Day of Service
August 25, 2018
Students, staff, and faculty are called upon to join together in service during Welcome Week's Durango Days. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners.
Three Days of Service
October 13, 15, & 16 2018
Join UNO in a marathon of service! Each day during fall break, The Office of Civic & Social Responsibility will host a Signature Service Day. We welcome all people to join the UNO community to serve others. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners.
Veterans Day of Service
Students, staff, and faculty are called upon to honor military veterans through community service. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners.
Wellness Day of Service
December 1, 2018
Join the Office of Civic and Social Responsibility on Saturday, December 1st for Wellness Day of Service. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners. Are you a member of a group that is interested in serving together? We can sign-up your group (five or more) to ensure they volunteer at one site. Please complete this form one week in advance to reserve a site for your group.
MLK Day of Service
January 21, 2019
During his lifetime, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. worked tirelessly for his vision of a nation of freedom and equality. He inspired people to fight against
In honor of the national MLK Day, join the UNO Office of Civic & Social Responsibility for one of our Signature Service Days. Service projects will help the community at large, and those who participate can choose from a variety of service projects during check-in. Please make sure to dress to get dirty and make a difference. We will have free breakfast and lunch available to all volunteers. Check out our Facebook page for an updated list of our nonprofit partners. Are you a member of a group that is interested in serving together? We can sign-up your group (five or more) to ensure they volunteer at one site. Please complete this form one week in advance to reserve a site for your group.
Presidential Award for Economic Opportunity
UNO has been awarded the 2014 Presidential Award for the Economic Opportunity category.
This award, presented by President Barack Obama, recognizes institutions with service programs that build economic independence, increase family stability, and create more sustainable and resilient communities.
Institutions applying in this category will be engaged in service that improves the financial well-being and security of economically disadvantaged individuals.
Learn more about UNO's award-winning programs.
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