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The Value Of Service Learning For Area Students

Service learning encourages students to use their talents to make a positive difference.
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Service learning encourages students to use their talents to make a positive difference.
Service learning encourages students to use their talents to make a positive difference.
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Service learning encourages students to use their talents to make a positive difference.

Students who participate in service learning programs engage in hands-on projects that enhance their academic studies, foster their sense of civic responsibility and have a positive effect on the community. 

Joining us to discuss the value of service learning are Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy Superintendent, Dr. KarenCheser; Assistant Professor of Social Work and Faculty Coordinator for theMayersonStudent Philanthropy Project, Dr. JessicaAverittTaylor; and Associate Adjunct Professor and Director of the Thomas More Success Center, Dr. John Ernst.

Leaders at  and  created the to increase the practice and value of service learning from kindergarten through postsecondary education, and make our region a model for developing engaged citizens.

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