Community Involvement & Service-Learning

Community Involvement: Volunteering

Lots of students find rewarding volunteer work off campus. Whether you have volunteered before or are just considering it, the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC) can help you learn more about it. CCLC's advisers can connect you to volunteer positions that match your interests, values and goals.

Service-Learning: Combining Volunteer Work With the Classroom

Would you like to make a difference in your community while you are a U of M student? Would you like to grow your skills through first-hand experience? Service-learning classes provide a unique way to do both. By combining classroom study with volunteer work, these classes allow you to blend your personal and academic goals.

Service-learning is the bridge between classroom and community. Build your knowledge, reach out to the larger community by volunteering, and learn more about yourself and your values. Both you and your community benefit.

You can find service-learning classes in departments throughout the College of Liberal Arts and the University of Minnesota.

Student experiences with service-learning

Service-learning classes are popular with all kinds of students, both in CLA and across the U of M. Learn more about the experiences of some past participants.

Get recognition for public service from the U

The Community Engagement Scholars Program offers you official University recognition for taking service-learning classes and doing volunteer work. At graduation, you receive public recognition at commencement, a special reception and formal notation on your transcript.