Service Leadership Service Learning Service learning involves every Waynesburg student through partnerships with more than 50 local service partner agencies and an ever-expanding network of international opportunities. The goal of service learning is to provide a laboratory in which learning experiences address human and community needs and to provide the necessary time for reflection on those experiences. Service opportunities are structured to promote learning and development. Through our service learning opportunities, you can expect to: •
Acquire a sense of civic and social responsibility
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Apply classroom learning and master new skills
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Gain exposure to cultural and socioeconomic differences
Service Opportunities As a nursing student, you may assist the local community with clinics and health fairs. As a communication student, you may host live broadcasts and create marketing materials for nonprofits. As an education student, you may practice your trade and aid those in need through University-sponsored reading clinics. As a business student, you may perform free tax assistance for local families. Whichever major you choose, you will have service opportunities that fit your skill set and interests. The opportunities for growth are endless: • • • • •
Service learning courses and trips The Bonner Program Student organizations that focus on serving others Your own personal service initiative Service Leadership minor
“Teams of students and faculty from Waynesburg University have assisted Trans World Radio at our broadcasting site on the island of Bonaire for the last several years. Their enthusiasm, hard work and flexibility have been deeply appreciated by our small team on the island. It is amazing how much a dedicated team is able to accomplish in a week’s time using their unique gifts and abilities!” -Tim Klingbeil, International Director - Americas Region for Trans World Radio (TWR) Waynesburg University educates students to make connections between faith, learning and serving so that they might faithfully transform their communities and the world. As a Christian comprehensive University, we strive to inspire and challenge every undergraduate and graduate student to a life of leadership and purpose for the glory of God. You bring your servant heart to Waynesburg University, and we will help you empower others while building your own résumé and knowledge base. While we guide you in developing specific skills and talents on your academic journey, we will also provide you with opportunities to apply and sharpen them through service.
The Bonner Program Waynesburg University is proud to be one of only 21 higher education institutions in the country to offer the Bonner Scholarship, a prestigious service-based financial aid award, to approximately 15 eligible incoming freshmen each year. The Bonner Program Student Development Model follows “The Five E’s,” including expectation, explore, experience, example and expertise. The progressive development takes scholars from exploring service options to gaining experience and ultimately obtaining leadership roles at service sites. Bonner Scholars are expected to participate in 8 to 10 hours of service and training each week, adding up to 140 hours each semester. Each student must also serve two summers for a total of 280 hours. To be considered for the Bonner Scholar Program, an applicant should: • Be accepted to Waynesburg University • Carry a minimum 3.0 GPA • Qualify financially • Successfully complete the scholarship application and interview process
Service Trips Every year, hundreds of students, faculty and staff participate in service, which includes international, domestic and local Faith, Learning and Service Immersion Trips. Expert planning, prayer and partnerships ensure that trips cover a variety of academic and professional interests and guarantee students the opportunity to use their academic experiences, skills and God-given gifts to serve others. Following is a list of recent Faith, Learning and Service Immersion Trips: •
A Rocha Marine Conservation – Titusville, Florida
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Gettysburg National Military Park – Gettysburg, PA
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Greene County Habitat for Humanity – Waynesburg, PA
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Greene County Immersion – Waynesburg, PA
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Habitat for Humanity – Concord, NC
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The Philadelphia Project – Philadelphia, PA
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Urban Impact – Pittsburgh, PA
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Praying Pelican – Nassau, Bahamas
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Antietam National Military Park – Sharpsburg, Maryland
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Globalization, Immigration, and Community Development – Louisville,
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Kentucky Project Grow – Dominican Republic