Volunteer and Service-Learning Center Giving Big, Gaining Big!

STUDENTS

Interested in Participating in Service-learning?

Want to try something new? Service-learning is hands on and gets you out into the community!

Service-learning courses give you the opportunity to take what you've learned in the classroom and apply it to make a difference. Service-learning provides real world experiences which help develop leadership skills, foster professional development, an appreciation for diversity, and provide opportunities for increased understanding of course material.

What are the Benefits to Students?

• Provides experiential opportunities to reinforce classroom learning.
• Intrinsic reward of providing service and making a difference in the community.
• Develop real world experience and skills employers are looking for

critical thinking skills communication teamwork civic responsibility problem solving public speaking computer skills research skills analytical skills

Currently enrolled in a service-learning course and need information?

When you are enrolled in a service-learning course your professor provides specific directions on your service requirements and is your first, best source to answer questions or solve any issues that arise. The VSLC staff is also available to answer questions relating to service-learning course requirements.

Looking for a leadership opportunity?

Looking for an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and network with other first year students? The Emerging Leaders Program will do just that and more! Visit this link to download the application find out more.

Click here for Student Service-Learning forms.

Interested in Volunteering?

Enter ORCA, the Online Resource for Career Advancement.

Updated: 7/12/2004