Volunteer Opportunities
At Western Kentucky University, the connection between campus and community is important to students, faculty, and staff, and it is visible throughout the university. WKU prepares students of all backgrounds to be productive, engaged, and socially responsible citizen-leaders of a global society. The University provides research, service and lifelong learning opportunities for its students, faculty, and other constituents. WKU enriches the quality of life for those within its reach. These are just a few of the many opportunities available for those wanting to engage in volunteer opportunities in the Owensboro area.
WKU had over 30 social work students participate in the event "Lobby Day" at the Capitol in Frankfort. Lobby Day allows social work students to learn about legislation than impacts our community members who are most at risk and underserved.
The NASW (National Association of Social Workers) had officials onsite to speak with us about advocacy. WKU social work faculty arranged meetings with area legislators to advocate on behalf of our community on social welfare bills up for vote. We ended the day with an invitation to observe the senate gallery proceedings.
WKU Owensboro was well represented with 10 social work students in attendance. Karisa Young, Taylor Baird, Jennifer Foster, Andre Green, Toni Ebling, Dana Tackett, Sarah Bowman, Delanie Puckett, Kelsi Minto, and Brody Norris along with Dr. Whitney Harper.
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