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Service Learning at SCC
“Never doubt that a small
group of thoughtful,
committed citizens can
change the world. Indeed,
that’s the only thing that
ever has.” Margaret Mead
WHAT IS SERVICE-LEARNING?
• a hands-on teaching and learning strategy
that integrates meaningful community
service with instruction and reflection to
enrich the learning experience, teach civic
responsibility, and strengthen communities.
Learn and Serve America; http://www.servicelearning.org/what-service-learning
Benefits for the Student
 gives you hands-on experience
in the real world.
 deepens your knowledge of
complex issues.
 promotes critical thinking and
action.
 integrates theory with
practice.
 enhances your understanding of
diverse cultures & people.
 builds your resume—both
academic and professional!
Benefits for the Community
help meet short and long-term needs.
increase access to people power!
bring new ideas,
perspectives, and
energy to the table!
increase the visibility
of community
organizations and
issues.
Choosing a SL Position
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Are there specific issues or populations with which you
would like to serve
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Does your schedule fit with the available days/times &
duration of service commitment listed for the position?
• Do you have or need
transportation?
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What skills, interests, and
abilities do you bring to this
experience?
SL Assignments
 Your instructor will
define your service
requirements and
opportunities.
 Make sure to read your
syllabus and ask
questions so you are
clear about what is
expected of you.
The Service-Learning Contract
Fill out your
Course
Learning
Objectives
before you
attend your onsite orientation.
The Service-Learning Contract
Bring your
ServiceLearning
Contract to your
on-site
orientation. Fill
it out with your
site supervisor.
You will turn
this into your
professor.
Recording Your Service Hours
Have your site
supervisor sign
for your hours.
You will turn
your Quarterly
Record of
Service Hours
into your
professor at the
end of the
quarter.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS-- Be Respectful – Remember
you are representing SCC
 Challenge Yourself
 Be clear about your
expectations and learning
objectives.
CSL LOCATION
The Center for Service
Learning is located in PUB
9301, to the left of the Student
Leadership offices.
If you need help selecting a
position, please contact our
office at 206.533.6690 or
[email protected]. CSL staff
will be happy to assist you.
On behalf of the Center for Service Learning and
our Community Partners,
Thank you- Your service
makes a difference!