Service Learning
Service Learning represents a distinctive form of experiential education, wherein students actively participate in structured service activities designed to address specific community needs. Those who engage in Service Learning not only make substantial contributions to the betterment of local, national, and potentially global communities, but they also fortify their academic knowledge through practical application. Furthermore, this enriching experience cultivates essential leadership and citizenship skills among students.
Service Learning, a rapidly growing dimension of higher education, serves as a catalyst for community-oriented scholarship across Wilmington University's academic spectrum. Its overarching aim is to elevate student learning by fostering active civic engagement and nurturing enduring partnerships with communities at local and global levels.
Participating students have the opportunity to earn 3 academic credits over a single semester, requiring a commitment of 90 working hours. These educational opportunities are selectively available within designated undergraduate programs, specifically tailored for Junior and Senior level students who have completed a minimum of 60 credits and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5.