Projects include establishing new hiking trails in York River State Park, an educational campaign concerning the protection of the Arctic National Wildlife Preserve, College Woods clean-up and several educational programs on endangered species. This is the campus chapter of the national organization which helps to provide affordable housing for low-income families. Construction teams provide assistance to on-going projects in Newport News one weekend each month. Members have also participated in the Spring Break projects sponsored through Help Unlimited. This organization assists the local American Red Cross chapter in providing student volunteers to participate in a number of programs such as blood drives, disaster relief services, first aid and safety education, etc.
Students have the opportunity for certification in most program areas.
The purpose of WMRO is to promote and encourage environmentally responsible solid waste management programs on the campus and in the community. Volunteers are also needed to help start recycling programs in the area school system by designing and presenting educational programs and building storage sheds for collected recyclables. OSVS acts as a resource for academic departments and student organizations by assisting with curriculum integration of service-learning and the development of new service projects. In addition, OSVS serves as a clearinghouse of local, national and international volunteer opportunities and sponsors annual resource fairs, training and reflection groups and recognition programs. Each semester over 120 students provide weekly assistance in a variety of subjects.