25 Apr Peace Corps ranks UW–Madison as top volunteer-producing university for 2023
UW–Madison alumna Pa Nhue Vue (right) is currently serving in Thailand as a youth development volunteer. Photo courtesy of Peace Corps
The Peace Corps has announced UW–Madison as No. 1 on the agency’s list for number of volunteers produced during fiscal year 2023.
Since the founding of the Peace Corps in 1961, 2,766 Badgers have served as Peace Corps volunteers, ranking UW–Madison as #2 for all-time volunteers.
UW–Madison has consistently ranked among the agency’s top ten annual volunteer-producing lists for over 25 years, holding the No. 1 and 2 spots more than 15 times.
“The University of Wisconsin–Madison is proud of our alumni who are serving as volunteers worldwide,” said Frances Vavrus, International Division vice provost and dean. “Their drive to create global connections and use their knowledge and skills to partner with communities makes a profound difference in the world. I am pleased that we have cultivated an environment of service on campus and with support of our local community.”
Pa Nhue Vue ’17 (rehabilitation psychology) is serving in Thailand as a youth development volunteer.
“Many peers and friends I made at UW–Madison were open-minded and had a desire to make the world a better place,” said Vue. “I loved my college experience because UW–Madison provided many opportunities for students to learn, grow, and become leaders in what we’re passionate about.”