
Students enrolled in URBANST102: Social and Urban Development in Beijing, Stanford-in-Beijing service learning course
Community engaged learning is a hallmark of an Urban Studies education.
What is Service Learning or Community Engaged Learning?
Service-learning is defined as "a form of experiential education in which students engage in activities that address human and community needs together with structured opportunities intentionally designed to promote student learning and development. Reflection and reciprocity are key concepts of service-learning." Jacoby, Service-Learning in Higher Education, 1996.
Community Engaged Learning Courses
You can search for Stanford community engaged learning courses in Explore Courses.
The Haas Center for Public Service designates Community Engaged Learning courses as "Cardinal Courses" according to the following criteria:
Internships
For more information about arranging an internship, see our Internships page, as well as the links on the Career Resources page.
Online Resources
Urban Studies Community Engaged Learning and Internship Guide
Stanford University Haas Center for Public Service
Campus Compact - Resources for Students
Vanderbilt University - What is Service Learning or Community Engagement?
Generator School Network - The Generator School Network is an online community of more than 5,000 youth and adult members who have discovered how they can change the world through service-learning. The GSN is the leading resource for fast and easy sharing, service-learning professional development, and networking.