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Service Learning
Service learning connects theory (academic course content) to practice (community project) for student academic and professional development. Through meaningful community service projects students learn and reflect on community concerns related to their course topic. Students work alongside community partners to address local concerns.
Through guided reflective activities, students connect theory with practice to better understand the role of community to address social concerns. Service learning projects provide reciprocal benefits to enhance student knowledge and address the needs of a community organization to increase their capacity to serve.
Six Elements of Service Learning
Authentic
Meets a real community need
Intentional
Thoughtful and well-planned learning experiences
Connects with Curriculum
Brings classroom learning to life
Reflective
Supports global and ethical citizenship
Impactful
Makes a positive impact in the community
Applicable
Aligns with interests and career goals
Learning Experiences
In-Person and Virtual Assistance
Due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Department of Service Learning has transitioned to provide limited in-person and remote assistance for all CSUSM Students. We will be offering in-person meetings on an appointment basis.
There are three ways to connect with us:
- Visit us: Stop by our shared Student Assistant front desk in Craven Hall, office 6119 or 6121.
- Office Hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Virtual Front Desk: Message the front desk on Microsoft Team
- NOTE: This is a public channel to ask general questions. Do not share confidential information.
- Access Microsoft Teams via Web, Desktop or App (.pdf instructions)
- Click on our Front Desk Channel
- Your student log-in is username@csusm.edu without the "cougars" part of the email.
- NOTE: This is a public channel to ask general questions. Do not share confidential information.
- Email: servicelearning@csusm.edu