As leaders, or future leaders, it is important for students to see the problems of society personally, because they are the problem-solvers. The idea of incorporating volunteering is not something that has originated with Marietta College, or the leadership program. Kolankiewicz said there are many groups pushing this idea. The National Society for Experiential Education impresses upon the nation that service-learning is a valid, and even necessary way of learning. Service learning is the concept of classes being taught within the context of volunteering.
Students perform their service and can then come into the classroom and share their experiences.
They learn from a text where and how such experiences can be utilized, as well as how to anticipate or correct any mishaps. The Volunteer Service Center, located on the first floor of Andrews Hall, has a listing of organizations that need volunteers.