About Us
What We Do
The Department of Student Involvement is home to ASUI Student Government (Legislative and Executive branches), The Center for Volunteerism and Social Action, Student Media, Idaho Commons and Student Union Programming, Leadership Programs and Student Organizations.We enhance students' lives by providing social, cultural and educational programs, employment, service and leadership opportunities and the opportunity to affect positive change in all of our communities.
Check out our brief video featuring our students speaking about why involvement matters!
Impact of Involvement
Last year over 2,100 student participated in over 170 student organizations. In 15 Alternative Service Break trips, 184 students volunteered in 3 different countries. Vandal Entertainment Board entertained more than 12,500 students with on campus programming. ASUI student representatives were on over 60 university committees. These are just a sampling of the impact our students have on university life.
Department of Student Involvement Inclusion Statement
The Department of Student Involvement is a community of individuals who value diversity and inclusion. All who desire to be involved with us and our programs are welcome, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, physical or mental ability, sexual or religious preference. We welcome people from all backgrounds to participate as staff, interns, participants, volunteers, and supporters. We recognize that the responsibility for an inclusive environment lies with all of us. Should you require accommodation, services or information for any of our events and programs, please don’t hesitate to contact us at getinvolved@uidaho.edu, (208) 885-6331, or in person in the Idaho Commons room 302.
Benefits of Involvement
Through participation in the Department of Student Involvement, students have the potential to grow in the five learning outcomes ascribed by the University. The five learning outcomes are an expression of the desired attributes of an educated person and guide coherent, integrated and intentional educational experiences.- Learn and integrate
- Think and create
- Communicate
- Clarify purpose and perspective
- Practice citizenship