GST 302 Service Learning
GST 302 Service Learning is a one-credit course where you enhance classroom learning through service to the community. You can choose from more than 130 service-learning placement sites.
Each student enrolled in GST 302 is required to complete a minimum of 20 hours of service, three written assignments, journals and participate in three discussion groups. See the GST 302 syllabus (Word doc)
GST 302 is also offered in the form of a two-credit course. This course is reserved for group leaders and contains higher requirements than the one course offering. Information on the two-credit course and it's specifications are located below:
The Group Leader position is a leadership role that is assumed by students in GST302. It is a two credit (2) upper division course that involves hands on training at a community service site. Group Leaders will participate in 80 hours a semester of community service as part of their requirement. These hours include time planning and attending programs and fulfilling office hours.
Expectations for all Group Leader Positions:
• Act as a liaison between service site, CSLCS, and other service learning students
• Facilitate discussions at service site with other Service Learning students
• Partake in discussion sessions in CSLCS
• Complete all written assignments and journal entries
• Research and prepare group reflection activities
• Orient and support students at service site
• Aid in planning and preparation of special events at service site
• Give presentations to classes about Service Learning
• Administer feedback questionnaires to respective parties
Specific Job Descriptions:
Adopt-a-GrandParent (AGP): Group Leader will supervise and facilitate other volunteers and service learning students at weekly visits to local nursing homes. This project will expand our current Adopt-a-GrandParent program which is currently at capacity. The Group Leader will work closely with current AGP coordinators to organize a sustainable expansion program. Weekly visits will consist of travel to a designated nursing home and visiting with selected residents and partaking in such activities as crafts, storytelling, and companionship.
Mentor Oswego: Group Leader will orient and supervise student volunteers at various elementary schools, Oswego Middle School, or the Salvation Army: After School Program. The Group Leader will coordinate and facilitate activities, crafts, games, homework time, and discussions. Activities vary depending on the site.
