It is a form of experiential education and is an academically rigorous pedagogy distinct from other traditional and experiential approaches to teaching and learning.
Enhances academic performance, develops social and civic responsibility, and fosters personal development.
Partnerships between the University and the community partner are based on mutuality and reciprocity.Both the student and the community should equally benefit from the service activity.
The service activity meets an actual need in the community.
Critical reflection is thoroughly integrated with academic learning.Reflection helps students to link their service experience to course content and to reflect upon why the service is important.
Connects students with the Greater New Haven Region and contribute to their interest in and understanding of community.
Supports faculty in the development of service-learning courses that include preparation, reflection, and evaluation.
Encourages and values student voice and leadership.
Welcomes the community partner as co-educator.
Is built on the strengths and assets of the University of New Haven and our community partners.
Respects the integrity and wisdom of the Greater New Haven community organizations and their abilities to develop solutions that address their needs
Values and promotes working with diverse populations.
Welcomes students, faculty, and staff to engage with and learn through service with the community.
