Service-Learning for Students

Benefits of Service-Learning

A study conducted to explore service-learning found that it has positive effects on:

The discussions created by service are powerful components in students' lives, and in some cases greatly influence students' choice of career.

Some Upcoming Service-Learning Courses

• ENGL 326 Business and Professional Writing
• MGMT 432 Entrepreneurship
• BIBL 212 Christianity in Culture

Of the courses listed above, not every class time of every course will be service-learning oriented. If you are interested in learning which courses are service-learning, please contact us.

Examples of Past ACU Service-Learning Courses

College of Arts and Sciences

• ENGL 326 Business and Professional Writing - groups researched and wrote grants for local non-profit agencies.

College of Business

• MGMT 432 Entrepreneurship - students helped a first-year non-profit organization by conducting community research and uncovering the best avenues for advertising, serving, and assessing its services.

College of Biblical Studies

• BIBL 212 Christianity in Culture - students were provided various opportunities for service around Abilene, and selected opportunities based on interest and availability.

College of Education and Human Services

• COMP 603 Motor Speech Disorders and Dysphagia - students provided assistance to children and adults with motor-based articulation disorders.

Source: Astin et al. (2000). How service-learning affects students. Higher Education Research Institute. University of California.