SLD 123 Community Service Leadership

Lecture Hours: 2
Credits: 2

Introduces basic leadership skills necessary for working with community service projects. Enhances leadership abilities through theory and practical experience. Inspires students to make a difference.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify the rationale and motivation for participating in community service projects.
Apply basic steps to identify and plan a community project.
Use skills to communicate with community contacts.
Lead a community service project.

Content Outline

Introduction to Community Service
What is Service?
Identifying Community Needs and Projects
Activities that Make a Difference
Community Service Panel Discussion Regarding Community Agencies’ Mission and Purpose
Teambuilding
Mentoring
Community Service Panel Discussion Regarding Project Implementation Strategies
Site Visitations
Community Service Project