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COMMUNITY BASED INITIATIVES AT UCONN
Academic Service-Learning Service & Social Justice Focused
Student Organizations
“Service Learning is a teaching and learning strategy that
integrates meaningful community service with instruction Students interested in service and social justice issues can
and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic also join one of UConn’s numerous student organizations.
responsibility, and strengthen communities.” -Carnegie Definition Some of these student organizations are UConnPIRG, Habitat
for Humanity, Red Cross Club, Eco Husky, Alpha Phi Omega,
Academic courses and study abroad programs incorporate a
community experience or internship component to help you meet Amnesty International, and Idealists United.
needs identified by the community to positively impact our global
society. Check with specific academic departments or the Office uconntact.uconn.edu
of Public Engagement (860-486-4854) about the service learning
opportunities that are available.
service-learning.uconn.edu
14 Ways to Get Involved Careers for the Common Good
(CCG) is a collaboration between CO, Center for Career
Development and the Human Rights Institute which promotes
socially responsible professional options for UConn students.
career.uconn.edu/careers-for-the-common-good
