Service-learning and volunteering are experiential learning opportunities.
Service-learning and volunteerism create opportunities in and outside of the classroom by building an engaged campus through service working with local, national, and international organizations to address community-identified needs.
Service-learning courses connect theory to practice by having students contribute to their communities through participation in projects developed by faculty in collaboration with community partners. This type of structured engagement allows for the development of mutual relationships between the University and our community. Service-learning also provides hands-on experiences for students to apply classroom learning in real-world settings. A comprehensive amount of peer reviewed and published studies have shown an increase comprehension and understanding of skill applicability as well as better “soft” and “hard” skills in employment after graduation.
The University of Southern Maine provides an academic environment that cultivates leaders who, upon graduation, are ready to lead and are excited to remain engaged in the communities where they live and work.
Connect with Us
Sloane Justice-Rose, MS
Service-Learning and Volunteering Specialist
McGoldrick Career and Employment Hub 240
sloanerose@maine.edu