Service-Learning is a method of teaching and learning that integrates community service activities into academic curricula and expands the learning of students from the classroom to the community.

Why Should I Participate in Service-Learning?

“Service-learning is education in action.” Sen. John Glenn.

There is a definite need for people to become engaged in the community. The benefits for participating in service-learning are numerous and continuing well after the service-learning activity has concluded. It gives the student perspective in terms of learning in theory and practicing in action.

Student Quotes and Testimonials

“This class is by far the best class I have ever taken, because it is hands on, and what you take out of it is what you make out of it. For me, it has been an invaluable lifetime experience that I will always remember and be proud of.” –Heather Weilert

“Service is important, and the more people participate in it, the better they become as a whole. I learned so much through this one experience; I can only imagine what I would learn if I continued to participate in service-learning throughout my life.” –Chelsey Gillogy   “I learned the difference between getting a grade and getting an education. This might be the only class that has directly affected me personally.” –Holly Dealy

"As a former student involved with service learning, I have to say that service-learning is always asked about during interviews and in my professional life. But the great thing is, it's been extremely rewarding in all aspects of my life." –Christina Davidson

“When information is spread evenly, every member of a team can act as a spokesperson and can give accurate detail as to what our collective goals are.” –Jonathan May

“The last lesson I learned is a more global lesson. It is hard work being a leader, and in the case of this service-learning project, an active citizen.” –Katie Beamer