The Community-Service Learning Program
Through the Community Service-Learning Program (CSLP), students earn an additional pass/fail credit linked to a regular three- or four-credit course in exchange for completing an additional course assignment, 40 hours of relevant service work in the community, and related reflection activites. The service should meet the organization's needs and be related to the learning objectives of the course.
If a student is interested in the program, he/she should review the directory of nonprofit organizations, work with his/her professor to select a relevant site and then complete the online application. Students can also use our helpful guide for identifying an contacting sites. Interested students are welcomed to stop by the Center for Community Engagement and Service to discuss possible site placements. After the 40 hours are completed, the student receives one Pass/Fail credit added on to his/her regular course.
Completion of the program is also based upon:
- completing an assignment given by your professor
- attending orientation and reflection sessions with the Center for Community Engagement & Service to assess your experience
- filling out an online, end-of-semester survey on your CSLP experience
- finishing an hours log signed by your supervisor at the nonprofit organization
CSLP is ideal for a student who:
- is an undergraduate student currently registered for fewer than 17 credits.
- is looking for ways to increase familiarity with community issues and organizations.
- wants to develop hands-on experience within his/her academic field.
- would like community-based learning activities reflected on his/her resume.
