The CSL in a Nutshell
Monthly Updates for Students, from the Center for Service Learning
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Timely Reminder: Certificate in Service Learning Completion |
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The Certificate in Service Learning recognizes students’ experiences in utilizing classroom skills to meet community-identified needs. Earning the certificate involves taking classes, engaging in volunteer work, and reflecting on service learning experiences. Once a student has earned the certificate, it is acknowledged on their official academic transcript. Completion of this certificate fulfills KU Core Goal 5: Social Responsibility and Ethics.
Students who have registered for the Certificate and are graduating this spring have until the end of the semester to submit their Certificate materials (Service 101 reflection, service hour documentation, and final Certificate reflection). If you are not graduating this semester, you can register for the certificate at any time!
about the Certificate in Service Learning—students can connect
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Service Learning Course Spotlight:
UNIV 492
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UNIV 492 is a 2-credit online course that requires 40 hours of service work and fulfills Core Goal 5.2. This summer, the CSL will offer a local and Alternative Breaks section of this six-week course, starting at the end of May!
The course content of UNIV 492 deepens students' understanding of service by introducing knowledge and skills needed to carry out effective and ethical volunteer efforts.
If you plan to engage in a service project or long-term volunteering this summer, UNIV 492 is a great opportunity to earn course credit for the experience while gaining valuable insights into ethical, just, and sustainable service principles.
Interested in enrolling in UNIV 492? Complete the
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Service Opportunity Spotlight:
Alternative Breaks Summer Program
+ Leadership Positions
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Hoping to participate in service this summer? Look no further than a KU Alternative Summer Break! Applications have been extended until this evening, so there's still time. Learn more about the summer break sites and logistics at kuab.org/summerbreaks.
Interested in participating in a Summer Break?
The Alternative Breaks team is still looking to fill a number of Core positions for the upcoming academic year- Weeklong Break Coordinator, Education Coordinator, and Graphic Design Coordinator. View coordinator position descriptions for more information.
Interested in serving as a Weeklong Break Coordinator, Education Coordinator, or Graphic Design Coordinator? Email kualbreaks@gmail.com for more information.
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Summer Job Spotlight:
Campus Cupboard Student Employee
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The KU Campus Cupboard is hiring for summer staff! The Campus Cupboard coordinator assists in the operations of the KU Campus Cupboard, a centralized on-campus food pantry.
The Campus Cupboard is a collaborative initiative between KU Student Affairs, the KU Center for Community Outreach, and Just Food.
Job responsibilities include:
- Coordinate food procurement and food recovery efforts for the Campus Cupboard through collaborative partnerships with Just Food, KU Dining, and other campus and community partners
- Be present in the Cupboard during its hours of operation and available to help students shop to select nutritious food options.
- Help to ensure safe social distancing and hygiene practices
- Work with, train, and support volunteers working in the Cupboard
- Respond to emails sent to campuscupboard@ku.edu
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Service Opportunity Spotlight:
4-H Youth Futures Mentor
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The purpose this volunteer opportunity is to provide mentorship to a group of high school students enrolled in the Advancement Via Individual determination (AVID) program through implementation of the National 4-H Youth Futures program.
Mentors will be committed to a number of programs held between June 24 and July 29.
Mentors participate in weekly class sessions as a part of weeklong bootcamps at Lawrence Free State High School. support mentees through the learning process, and create a climate of encouragement and student development for mentees.
If you're interested in providing a positive mentor experience, plan to pursue a career in education, or are looking to make a lasting impact on youth in Douglas County, this is the service opportunity for you!
Interested? Have questions?
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Student Spotlight:
Graduating Student Service Leaders
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As the semester comes to a close, we want to share a special thank you to the graduating leaders of the student service organizations advised by the CSL:
Shalom Lee: Education Director, LEAD UP
Kavya Nataraj: Co-President, HEAL KU
Thank you for your hard work this year in moving your organizations forward amidst many challenges and changes!
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Student Spotlight:
Service Showcase Presentation Winners
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Each year, the Center for Service Learning hosts a Service Showcase presentation competition. These presentations are judged by KU faculty, staff, and community partners. Awards are given to the top-scored presenter in each category.
Congratulations to our 2021 winners:
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To learn more about the annual Service Showcase and Celebration
and to submit a presentation proposal for our 2022 program,
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Service Resources:
volunteer.ku.edu and Volunteer Douglas County
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volunteer.ku.edu is run by the KU Center for Community Outreach and houses postings for a variety of service needs in our community.
Volunteer Douglas County is run by the United Way of Douglas County and hosts volunteer opportunity postings from many local nonprofit and community organizations.
Can't find an opportunity that fits with your goals, skills, or schedule? Send us an email at csl@ku.edu. We're happy to help!
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Thanks for a great year, Jayhawks! |
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We appreciate your dedication to making the KU and Lawrence communities better and more equitable through advocacy, education, and action.
Congratulations to those of you graduating! As for the rest of you, we'll catch you in the fall. Rock Chalk!
Center for Service Learning Staff
Jomella Watson-Thompson, PhD
Emily Rountree, PhD
Kate Kemper, MSEd
Will Chaney
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Center for Service Learning
The University of Kansas
Strong Hall, Room 150
1450 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS 66046
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Through community and campus partnerships, the Center for Service Learning advances service-learning, community-engaged scholarship, and civic engagement that fosters a commitment to participation for a diverse, just, and global society. |
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