2015-2016 snapshot of service

SERVICE

2015-2016 SNAPSHOT OF AT ELON UNIVERSITY

92%

Class of 2016 who participated in service

7,550

meals donated by Campus Kitchen

295

students participated in 16 Alternative Breaks

119,200 78

total hours of service

community-based Federal Work Study positions

1,952

users of the Downtown Center for Community Engagement

and sorority academic service-learning 1,428 fraternity members engaged in service 50 courses

78%

EV! students who report discussing social justice or current events*

100%

community partners who report wanting students to continue to serve with them*

*Data from respondents to the Student Impact and Community Impact Surveys, Spring 2016

The Impact of Service with Elon Volunteers!

Through EV!, I realized that service is learning. This connection between learning and service helped me understand that “the act of helping” is not the sole definition of service, and that service work is a pluralistic activity exemplified through action.

With EV!, many moments were filled with intense joy and a sense of innovation and breakthrough. Some moments came with frustration, brick walls, and burnout. It was part of the cycle. Yet, there was one all-encompassing feeling that remained consistent through both ups and downs: community.

ERYN GORANG ‘14

MATHEW GOLDBERG ‘14 EV! encourages students to explore visions and ideas and reflect on the purpose, sustainability, and impact of their work. My time with EV! taught me to embrace vulnerability and think critically about how I engage with the world around me every day.

EV! provided a welcoming community on campus and also allowed me to become part of the community outside the walls of Elon. My experience with EV! developed my passion for social change and encouraged me to pursue service in Alamance County after graduation.

JOSH KAUFMANN ‘15 EV! is full of people who recognize the importance of inclusivity and diversity of thought and identity. We engage with difference head-on to even out the playing field for all.

RACHEL LEWIS ‘15 For more information, visit our website: elon.edu/service

ZACH FISHER ‘16