You may help a neighbor from the Swannanoa Valley or you could opt for a project as far away as Africa. Some projects last just one day, while others span a semester, a break, or even all four years of college. You can join a group of students or initiate your own project. Each student completes a minimum of 100 hours of service by the time the senior letter is due, or that student cannot graduate. The 100 hours must include at least one extended project that is focused toward one goal and involves considerable thought and commitment.
College students have a lot to offer.
I envision students involving themselves passionately with critical community issues. This passion will lead to bold, joint ventures between students and communities. Knowledge students learn through academic courses and on work crews will be put to immediate use in working for social justice and environmental responsibility, locally and internationally. Students can better serve their communities when they speak with residents, read local papers, and talk with area leaders. It's also important to learn about issues such as rural economics, racism, child development, ageism, local demographics, state and local political systems, and environmental resource management.