Service learning for students
Service Learning Designated Programs
Service Learning uses experiential learning techniques to combine community service
with specific learning objectives in a course.
Through Service Learning students perform meaningful service to the community while
engaging in a study that is related to that service.
Philosophically, service learning reflects the belief that education should be connected
to values, character, and social responsibility.
• Students learn and develop through active participation in carefully organized service
experiences that meet actual community needs
and that are coordinated in collaboration with the school and the community.
• The instructional method is integrated into the academic curriculum and provides
time for students to reflect on their activities
through small group discussions, class activities, and journal writing.
• Students have opportunities to use newly acquired knowledge and skills in actual
community situations.
• The lessons taught in the classroom and extended into the communities help students
develop a sense of caring and responsibility for
others (National Community Service Act, 1990).
For students to earn recognition as a Service Learning Scholar they need to complete
twelve (12) hours of credit in Service Learning
designated courses. Additionally, the student must have an overall GPA of 2.75 and
a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the designated classes. This
designation will be recognized on the student’s academic record.
All students who graduate from Service Learning designed Programs are considered Service Learning Scholars, and are eligible for recognition via an official Badge. Graduates will be be sent an email notifying them of this designation, and they may elect to make use of the electronic badge in their email signatures, LinkedIn profile, resume, or other locations as appropriate.
Which majors are Service Learning designated programs?
BSN - Nursing
Not seeing your program listed here? Please encourage your academic advisor to pursue a Service Learning designation!