FOR STUDENTS
" The only way to get positive feelings about yourself is to
take positive actions."
~Reverend Vaughan Quinn
take positive actions."
~Reverend Vaughan Quinn
Process
Orientation The KSSL Orientation is mandatory for all students seeking a service-learning opportunity in their classes. Students can do the online orientation or participate in an in-person orientation. Some courses will hold in-class orientations. Choosing a Community Partner Use the Pathways & Community Partner List to find a site that best suits your course and individual needs. Consider:
If you need help determining the most appropriate site, please contact our office. GoalsExplain how your coursework and service activities have shaped your personal, academic or professional goals.
From the list below, select all the ones you are interested in doing and discuss at least one in detail. Explain how the action(s) you will take will help reduce the impact of the problem.
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ReflectionWriting a Reflection Essay is an essential element of service-learning. It's the requirement that captures the essence of your experience in words.
While the reflection assignment is not submitted until the end of the semester, you begin reflection even prior to the start of your service-learning. If your course does not provide reflection activities, get a service-learning journal at the start of the semester and/or participate in a midterm reflection workshop. Your reflection essay should be at 1,000+ words. Please include all required information necessary for a completed essay (Name, Date, Course, Instructor, SDG, and title). See rubric here. Issue Identify the societal or ecological issue* you have helped to address through your service. Explain how you have helped. Explanatory note: *For information about the issue, see the mission statement of the organization in which you are doing service. Examples of the issue may be concerning the problem of invasive species or insufficient educational resources. It may also concern clean energy or waste reduction (*see the Sustainable Hawaii Initiative) or zero hunger or good health and well-being (*see UN Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs). Learning Discuss 3 concepts/theories from your coursework that have helped you do your service. Describe experiences during your service that have helped you understand those concepts/theories. Civic Context As an informed individual and citizen, discuss the issue you explained above as a public or community problem.
Continued Community SupportTake your experience beyond the semester and commit to year-long or life-long service.
There are many courses you may be interested in taking that offer service-learning, therefore allowing you to continue to receive course credit for your service. Sustained service can lead to job opportunities, scholarships, and a richer experience where you will have a greater chance to see how you impact the community. |