Post Grad Opps. Service Learning U-Comm. Rationale Public universities like the University of Michigan were established with a civic mission to prepare students for responsible citizenship and to develop knowledge for the welfare of society. However, contemporary critics charge that much classroom teaching does not develop student civic competencies and that many universities have divorced themselves from serving societal needs. Changes in society are challenging communities to develop their capacities for the future.
Nonprofit agencies face increasing client demands and diminishing resources.