Students should participate in a program or project which addresses a long-term need within the local community. The program/ project should maximize resources, be completed in partnership with an established community service or non-profit organization, and have a wide-ranging impact (e.g., coat drives, Toys for Tots, blood drives).
Learning should be experiential and include a cycle of action and reflection.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- Who benefits from community service?
- What types of needs can be addressed through community service?
- What are the benefits of participating in a community service project? To the individual? The community? The organization?
Communication
- How can one recruit volunteers to a project?
- How can you obtain resources?
- How can you identify a need in the community?
Leadership
- What leadership skills will help you plan and execute a community service project?
Management
- What management strategies can you use to complete the project?
- What resources are needed to complete the project?