Service-Learning is a way to connect your classroom to your community. Courses with a Service-Learning (SL) component offer students an opportunity to apply course concepts to a community service project and to critically reflect on this experience.
As an SL student, you may encounter bumps along the way. The SL staff want to support you so you can have a positive learning experience.
SL Staff Can Help With…
- Accessing and completing student forms
- Questions about orientations
- Scheduling service times
- Resolving a conflict/misunderstanding with a service site
- Consultation on other service-related opportunities
The Service-Learning Program office is in Riverfront Hall 304 or you can contact Service-Learning staff at 208-426-1004 or servicelearning@boisestate.edu.
Types of Service-Learning Classes
Fully Integrated Service-Learning class
Service is embedded into the course and is an integral part of the learning process and class discussion.
Optional Service-Learning class
Two types:
- Students can choose to do a service project in place of another assignment like a research paper or
- Students can choose to do their applied project with a non-profit or government organization (while other students choose a for-profit). Instructors design these choice points in advance.
Service-Learning Lab
Optional, 1 credit co-requisite class that requires 40 hours of service and reflection time with faculty members outside of the regular 3 credit class. You must register for the lab to receive credit.
Student Resources
Safety Tips
Service-Learning always involves some risks both mentally and physically, therefore it is important to understand what these risks might be.