Joyner said that departments such as communications, sociology and business have all used service learning. According to Lydia Voigt, associate provost and co-author of the office's grant, one of the center's best elements is that it provides an interactive style of learning. Joyner said that by the beginning of April, a director should be in place. Joyner, Voigt and David Danahar, university provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, will meet next week to formalize a job description. Joyner said that she believed students would respond positively.
Students seem to think the center is a good idea.
I see it definitely being beneficial. Joyner thinks that because Loyola is a Jesuit university, students will respond well, and will approve of tying it to the academic curriculum. And that's a good thing. Voigt, like Joyner, is hopeful that the office will overcome its difficulties and do a great deal of good for the university. I think the center will enhance and support this learning experience.