Transcript Exploring Careers Through Experiential Learning

MBC and the Community
Together
How Non-Profits Can Work Together
with Mary Baldwin College
What is Civic Engagement?
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“Civic engagement means working to make a
difference in the civic life of our communities
and developing the combination of knowledge,
skills, values and motivation to make that
difference. It means promoting the quality of life
in a community, through both political and nonpolitical processes.”[1]
[1] Thomas Ehrlich, Ed. Civic Responsibility and Higher Education, Phoenix: Oryx Press,
2000, vi.
Mary Baldwin College’s
Commitment to Civic Engagement
Quality Enhancement Plan (The QEP--part
of our reaccreditation by SACS)
 The new Spencer Center for Civic and
Global Engagement
 New emphasis in the curriculum and in
EVERY major at MBC!
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Service Learning vs.
Community Service
From Learning Through Serving: A Student Guidebook to Service-Learning
Across the Disciplines
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Service-Learning: Students engage in community
service activities with intentional academic and
learning goals and opportunities for reflection that
connect to their academic disciplines.
Community Service: Students Engage in activities
to meet actual community needs as an integrated
aspect of the curriculum
Service-Learning
Connect course content with actual
experience
 The point is for students to grow their skills
and knowledge because they are bringing
their capabilities to REAL WORLD
problems, and benefit the community in the
meantime.
 Give and Take Relationship
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Service-Learning
Students engage in community service
activities with intentional academic and
learning goals and opportunities for
reflection that connect to their academic
disciplines.
 Service-Learning = Community-Based
Learning Experience
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Standard and Combined Majors at
MBC
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Art (History)
Art (Studio)
Arts Managament
Biochemistry (BA or BS)
Biology (BA or BS)
Business Administration (BA or BS)
Chemistry (BA or BS)
Clinical Laboratory Science
Communication
Economics
English
French
History
Mathematics (BA or BS)
Music
Philosophy
Physics (BA or BS)*
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Political Science
Psychology (BA or BS)
Religion
Sociology
Spanish
Theatre Anthropology/Sociology
Applied Mathematics (BA or BS)
Arts Management
Asian Studies
Computer Science/Mathematics (BA or BS)
Health Care Administration
International Relations
Marketing Communication
Philosophy/Religion
Psychology/Sociology
Sociology/Anthropology
Sociology/Psychology
Sociology/Social Work
Minors at MBC
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African-American Studies
Anthropology
Art (History)
Art (Studio)
Asian Studies
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Economics
Education
English
Film
French
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Health Care Administration
Historic Preservation
History
Human Resource Management
Human Services
Latin-American Studies
Leadership Studies
Marketing Communication
Mathematics
Ministry
Music
Peacemaking and Conflict Resolution
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Public History
Religion
Sociology
Spanish
Theatre
Women’s Studies
How can my organization fit into
many different majors?
Think outside the box
 Can you use marketing help? What about
statistical analysis of data? How about oral
histories of people involved with your
organization? There are many different
ways to engage students, even outside or
your main focus area.
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Tips for engaging students
Flexible hours
 Meaningful work
 Well organized/coordinated work
 Work with people/clients
 Ability to see outcome of work (in some
form)
 Ability to use special skills/talents
 Ability to be creative
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Things to do on campus…
Be a guest speaker on campus
 Help host a film or discussion
 Bring important issues to our attention
 Tap into one of our annual programs (VWIL
service day, Hunger and Homelessness
Awareness Week, etc.)
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What we need from you…
Fill out a form (or multiple forms) for
various volunteer activities with your
organization
 Send or bring us brochures, mission
statements, contact information, and other
helpful materials
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Community Service Fair
Tuesday, January 15
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Fill out a form to participate in a
Community Service Fair during the Fall
semester each year.
It’s a great way to connect with students
AND faculty and to get more volunteers at
your organization!
My Contact Info
Director of Civic Engagement
[email protected]
or 887-7111
Internships at MBC
Rosemarie Sena Center
Career Development Services
Presentation Agenda
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Reasons Students
Participate
Internship Program at MBC
Ways to Find an Internship
Strategies for Success
How to get connected with
MBC internships
Reasons Students Participate in
Internships
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“Test drive” a career choice (w/o permanent commitment)
Build resumes
Gain practical experience in a potential career field
Cultivate new skills
Learn about all facets of an organization
Develop a professional network and cultivate references
Prepare for Graduate School
Some MBC majors require the completion of an internship
MBC Majors that Require
Internships
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Arts Management
Business Administration
Art (Studio) – Interior Design emphasis
Communication
Health Care Administration
Marketing/Communication
Psychology
Leadership (minor)
Internship Program at MBC
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MBC emphasis on experiential learning
287 – Exploratory Internship (related to a career)
387 – More specific, career training (related to major)
Must have faculty approval/sponsorship to receive
academic credit
50 hrs of work = 1 credit hour
May be paid or unpaid
May be completed in any location
May be completed in fall or spring semesters, May Term,
or during the summer
May begin the summer after freshman year
Ways to Find an Internship
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Networking
Internet Searches & Web Sites
Career Fairs
Job & Internship Newsletter
Library Resources
Contact companies or
organizations you already know
about
MonsterTrak database
Strategies for Student Success…
Be A Good Intern
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Show up on time
Call if you are going to be
absent (or late)
Carry out work
assignments in a
conscientious manner
Be aware of expectations
& office culture
Communicate and
establish positive
relationships with
employees
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Meet deadlines
Be professional
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Maintain confidentiality &
code of ethics
Adhere to the policies and
procedures of the
organization
Dress appropriately
Show initiative and
interest in your work
Treat it like a “real” job
Strategies for a Successful
Partnership
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Maintain contact with the Career Development
office/Julie Chappell
Keep profile updated in MonsterTrak
Submit current postings in the JIN or MBC daily
announcements
Provide meaningful learning experiences and
feedback to students
Serve as a networking and referral source to
students, as appropriate
How to Get Connected with MBC
Internships
Fill out an intern request form or contact
Julie Chappell
 Join the MonsterTrak database through
MBC
 Submit postings to the Job & Internship
Newsletter
 Participate in a Career Fair
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Contact Information
Julie Chappell
Director of Career Development Services
Rosemarie Sena Center
Mary Baldwin College
Staunton, VA 24401
[email protected]
(540) 887-7225
Group Activity
Divide into small groups
 Brainstorm as indicated on the handout
 Report back to the larger group
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Thank you for your participation
today and for your interest in
Mary Baldwin College!