"The best evidence of SLP’s impact comes from students. Data collected by Marquette’s Center for Teaching and Learning indicates students feel an increased commitment to social justice after their service-learning experiences. "
~from the Marquette Magazine profile on the Service Learning Program
Since the Service Learning Program began in 1994, more than 240 courses have integrated service learning to broaden and expand students' understanding of local and national social problems. With 63% of the Marquette student body having participated in service learning upon graduation, the program is recognized far and wide as being a leader in collegiate experiential learning practices.
The President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll
The President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll is a national recognition awarded annually to colleges and universities who are committed to placing students on a "lifelong path of civic engagement." It is the highest honor that an institution can receive for its commitment to community service.
The Marquette University Service Learning Program has been a proud recipient of the Honor Roll's Presidential Award since 2007.
For more information about the Honor Roll, please refer to the Corporation for National & Community Service.
The National Society for Experiential Education
The National Society for Experiential Education has a membership composed of educators, businesses, and community leaders from around the country. Since 1971, the NSEE has served as a resource center for the development of experiential programming nationwide.
In 2012, the Marquette University Service Learning Program was named the Experiential Education Program of the Year.
For more information about the NSEE, please refer to their website.
United Community Center
In 2011, the Marquette University Service Learning Program was named the Youth Group Volunteer of the Year.
For more information about UCC, please refer to their website.
Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful
In 2009, the Marquette University Service Learning Program was recognized for Exemplifying the Ideal of Leadership.
For more information about KGMB, please refer to their website.
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