
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 ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ 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 ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ.
- 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
Log your hours.
Complete and submit your PVA application form.

Sign up and create your volunteer dashboard
- Browse and apply for volunteering opportunities
- Connect with community organisations locally, nationally or internationally.
- Manage your profile and volunteering activity online.
- Log and track your volunteering hours
- Apply for the President's Volunteer Award (PVA)
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Student Support and Engagement Hub
Student Volunteering & PVA Manager
Linda Fitzgerald
SCG-043
+353 (0) 61 202311
linda.fitzgerald@ul.ie
Snr Admin Student Volunteering & PVA
Nichola Keegan
SCG-043
+353 (0) 61 233739
nichola.keegan@ul.ie