Under which students learn and develop through active participation in thoughtfully organized service experiences that meet actual community needs and that are coordinated in collaboration with school and community; That are integrated into the students‘ academic curriculum or provide structured time for a student to think, talk, or write about what the student did and saw during the actual service activity; That provides students with opportunities to use newly-acquired skills and knowledge in real-life situations in their own communities; and That enhance what is taught by extending student learning beyond the classroom and into the community and helps to foster the development of a sense of caring for others. SERVICE-LEARNING BENEFITS Service-Learning benefits students by

 Linking theory to practice

 Deepening understanding of course materials

 Enhancing the sense of civic responsibility through civic engagement

 Allowing students to explore possible career paths

 Stressing the importance of improving the human condition

 Developing relevant career-related skills

 Providing experience in group work and interpersonal communication

 Promoting interaction with people from diverse backgrounds

 Instilling a sense of empowerment that enhances self-esteem Service-Learning benefits faculty by

 Providing exciting new ways to teach familiar material

 Offering professional development challenges

 Engaging faculty in meaningful interactions with the community at large

 Encouraging faculty to form close, interactive, mentoring relationships with students

 Reminding faculty of the direct consequences of their teaching for society

 Connecting faculty across academic disciplines through a shared approach to teaching and learning process.