Volunteer Service Award
University of Illinois Chicago recognizes students who have achieved 100+ hours of service over a 12-month time period or cumulative hours over the course of a lifetime with the UIC Volunteer Service Award and/or the President's Volunteer Service Award.
Awards are issued for volunteer service only; additional levels of participation with the organization (i.e., charitable support) are not a factor considered for the award. Court-ordered or Dean of Students sanctioned community service does not qualify for the award.
Awards are issued by approved Certifying Organizations. UIC is considered an approved Certifying Organization, and SLCE works without outside organizations to confirm student volunteer hours via submissions on the UIC Service Portal.
Recipients are awarded at the Annual Chancellor's Student Service and Leadership Ceremony.
UIC Volunteer Service Award Heading link
Individuals who log more 100+ hours of service in a calendar year by January 31, 2025 will be eligible to receive the UIC Volunteer Service Award.
Recipients will receive a personalized certificate, an official memento, and a congratulatory letter from the Chancellor of the university, along with the ultimate honor of Chancellor’s recognition.
President's Volunteer Service Award Heading link
Individuals who log more 100+ hours of service in a calendar year by January 31, 2025 will be eligible to receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Recipient(s) must be a United States citizen or a lawfully admitted permanent resident of the United States.
Along with the ultimate honor of presidential recognition, recipients will receive a personalized certificate, an official memento and a congratulatory letter from the President of the United States.
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| Age Group | Bronze | Silver | Gold | Lifetime Achievement Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Adults (16-25) | 100-174 | 175-249 | 250+ | 4,000+ |
| Adults (26 and older) | 100-249 | 250-499 | 500+ | 4,000+ |