By Iris Zeng During the spring 2016 semester, St. Stephen's Youth Programs (SSYP) partnered with two Service-Learning at Northeastern courses: Community Learning and Child Intervention and Treatment. The organization provides young people from areas of Boston’s most disadvantaged communities with year-round, after school academic enrichment. The organization serves 850 young people in grades K—12+ and includes programming… Continue reading Service-Learning at St. Stephen’s Youth Programs
In an interview with Dr. Ann Golub-Victor, we learn more about the role of service-learning in her course, Psychosocial Aspects of Healthcare Seminar, the intersection of public health and medical care, the importance of strong interpersonal skills between patients and providers, and the benefits of thoughtful reflection. By Iris Zeng Tell me about your course… Continue reading Addressing the Needs of the Community through the Lens of Future Healthcare Providers
By Noa Golan This past semester, I had the opportunity to accompany Jamal Thorne's 2D Fundamentals of Surface & Drawing class on their service to Artists for Humanity (AFH). To start off: AFH is a very unique organization that pays inner-city high school students to spend 3 days a week painting. The kids not only get… Continue reading Arts-inspired Service-Learning Connects Teens with NU Students
By Ruthanne Bandy This summer three Northeastern University faculty members will lead Dialogues of Civilization (DOC) with a service-learning component. These faculty members are charged with fostering an environment of learning and growth for their students, while respecting the country in which they are guests. Dr. Lori Gardinier will be traveling to England with students… Continue reading Across the Globe with Service-Learning
The Spring 2016 Service-Learning EXPO has come and gone! The hour and a half showcase was as fleeting and fascinating as a speeding comet. The theme of this semester's EXPO was space galaxy – so fittingly, this year’s event took place in a space much different from EXPOs past. The usual eating/study space on the ground floor… Continue reading Spring 2016 EXPO was Out of this World!
By Ben Sanders This year, the Center of Community Service took the Student Life Awards by storm, showcasing the amazing work put in by students in the Center. On Thursday, April 14, the Center of Community Service recognized three exemplary students during the event for the honor of receiving the 2016 Community Service Leadership Award. Each year, since… Continue reading A CCS Trifecta: Three Students Awarded for Community Service Leadership at the 2016 NU Student Life Awards
By Harumi Harakawa It’s that time of year again! Pre-finals anxiety is settling in, mandatory silent hours have been implemented, and the culmination of this semester’s work done through the Service-Learning Program is about to be showcased during the long awaited Spring 2016 EXPO! Read on for a small sampling of what to expect at… Continue reading A Preview of the Spring 2016 EXPO
By Emily Breen When I started attending admitted students days at various colleges, I tried to keep an open mind. However, I knew that Northeastern was my top choice. Surprisingly, one of the driving decisions for me to attend Northeastern was not its fantastic location in Boston or the co-op program. While of course I join… Continue reading Emily Breen Reflecting from the Street Team
By Ben Sanders As a freshman, I really went head first into Service-Learning not knowing much about the program in general. The whole process kicked off in my First-Year Writing course where I established a strong connection with the intention behind service-learning, and then next thing I knew, I was joining the Street Team! So… Continue reading A Year of Firsts
As an outsider, I must respect the space that has already been created while recognizing my place to contribute. By Akiro Duey Service-Learning has provided me with a different view of my learning in the classroom, especially based on my own placement. During my work with Boston Scholar Athletes, I have gained a significant amount… Continue reading My Place to Contribute: A Reflection on First-Year Writing
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