Most of all, they have a better feeling about what college learning and students are like. Our school looks much better and our students have the satisfaction of having contributed to the new look. They also have the competence of knowing how to make a difference in their environment. In my Service Learning course, students are able to directly apply their writing skills. The quality of writing is improved when students know that the public will see it.
Students love it.
As a future leader, you deserve a real-world education that teaches about justice, diversity, compassion, and social responsibility. Preparation for the 21 st century should include learning through civic engagement and participation in culturally diverse community settings. After all, your education is not just about you. It is also about enabling you to contribute to your community and play a part in bettering the world. Service Learning is active, engaged learning.