“Deeds Not Words” ~ George Washington
The Center aims to integrate civic engagement into George Washington University’s educational work. We focus GW’s resources to meet community needs beyond the campus, promote active citizenship in a diverse democracy, and enhance teaching, learning and scholarship at GW. Focus Areas: Community Service & Engagement; Academic Service-Learning; Service Careers; Social Entrepreneurship, Promotion & Awareness About the Center
SIGNATURE SERVICE EVENTS & IMMERSION PROGRAMS Community Service & Engagement
Freshman Day of Service & Convocation Saturday, September 7th CLASS OF 2017 it’s YOUR official welcome to the Colonial Community! Start following today!!
ON-GOING SERVICE PROGRAMS Community Service & Engagement
Academic Service-Learning KNOWLEDGE IN ACTION Over 45 courses from introductory to capstones that extend classroom learning into the community through meaningful and challenging service for undergraduate and graduate students. Engage in scholarship through community-based research projects with our faculty and students.
CAREERS FOR THE COMMON GOOD GW has some of the highest numbers of off-campus professional opportunities in the nation. 40% of federal work-study jobs are in the government & nonprofit sector. Collaborating with the GW Career Center, students and alumni can access volunteer, internship, and job opportunities online through GWork. Service Careers
Social Entrepreneurship IDEAS IN ACTION Institutional funding and support is available to students working in collaboration with community organizations through the Public Service Grant Commission and the Knapp Fellowship for Entrepreneurial Service- Learning.
GETTING THE WORD OUT The Civic Engagement Circular – a weekly newsletter featuring news highlights, community service, and employment opportunities Community Service Fair – hosted annually in September this event brings together community organizations, student service organizations, and members of the GW community GW Community on NobleHour – where your record for service lives online Promotion & Awareness
GW Community on NobleHour Secure online community dedicated to service- learning, volunteering, and co-curricular activities. Allows for posting and searching for opportunities, tracking service hours, generating reports, and measuring impact.
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