The Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement
The Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement was established in 2005 through the partnership of The University of Akron, Ohio Campus Compact and the AmeriCorps VISTA program. As Akron greets incoming freshman who seek out service-learning opportunities, it is our mission to develop ways in which service-learning can be best utilized to provide a meaningful, educational experience for all involved.
Service-learning allows you to apply theories to authentic and practical situations, and helps to provide service to the local community.
Service-learning is universal in that it can be part of any academic discipline, can take place in any community and can involve any student regardless of age, ambition or ability.
You can increase your:
- Learning
- Motivation toward school
- Awareness of the society around you
- Opportunities to explore career options
- Self-concept and self-esteem while working with students of different races, ethnicities and beliefs
Service-Learning Opportunities
Faculty Resources
If you have any questions, please contact the Coordinator of Service-Learning, Kristin Kullander, at 330-972-6232 or kjk44@uakron.edu |
