President’s Volunteer Award

The President’s Volunteer Award (PVA) is a prestigious recognition for UL students volunteering, both on and off campus. This award is officially recognised by the President of the University of Limerick and is noted on your UL student transcript, showcasing your commitment to civic engagement.

The President’s Volunteer Award is designed to:

• Encourage and sustain a culture of volunteering at UL.
• Foster partnerships between UL and local communities.
• Recognise and support the incredible contributions of student volunteers.
• Promote leadership and civic responsibility among students.

How It Works

To qualify for a PVA, you must demonstrate a commitment to volunteering throughout the academic year. All volunteer hours are logged and verified through studentvolunteer.ie.

Award Levels

Students can earn a Gold, Silver, Bronze, Plassey, or overseas volunteering award, depending on the number of hours they volunteer.

Volunteer anywhere – on campus, in your home county, or even abroad.

Overseas PVA – requires pre- and post-training with Comhlámh and a reflective portfolio.

How to Get Started

Find volunteering opportunities through University of Limerick | StudentVolunteer.ie
Log your hours.
Complete and submit your PVA application form.