Alumni volunteering

We couldn’t do the amazing work we do without our alumni volunteers. We’re incredibly grateful to our supporters, who have donated thousands of hours and benefited hundreds of students this year. 

How to get involved

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It's not just about giving, you get a lot back!

There are many benefits to volunteering such as:

  • Developing your skills
  • Meeting interesting people
  • Promoting your company
  • Keeping in touch with fellow alumni and academics
  • Supporting a cause you care about.

We are always delighted to welcome new alumni to the volunteering community, and there are many ways in which you can help.

 

Meet our volunteers

Our volunteers come from a diverse range of backgrounds and disciplines, hold a variety of skills and are at different career stages. Their common ground is a shared desire and enthusiasm to work together to really make a difference to the University of Surrey community. 

We asked our volunteers why they chose to support Surrey.

Ellena Pearson, LLB Law 2012, Barrister at KBG Chambers

Ellena mentors students on SurreyConnects, sharing insights from her own journey into the legal profession.

"Mentoring has reminded me how far I’ve come since graduating, and how valuable it is for students to hear that there’s no single path into law. SurreyConnects is a safe, easy‑to‑use platform, and giving just half an hour of your time can make a real difference to someone starting out."

Janet Preston

Janet Preston, BSc Physics 1978, Director of Cold Fuzion business consultancy

Janet supports our Student Enterprise programme, encouraging entrepreneurial students to develop their skills and business ideas.

"I had four fabulous years at Surrey and I want to give something back. I get to pass on my business experience and work with bright young minds testing the boundaries. In return, I’m gaining new insights in the digital media and retailing industries, worlds quite different to my own."

How to get involved

Explore volunteering opportunities
Join SurreyConnects