Impact of Service Learning among University College Students

The present study has examined the impact of service learning on college students’ academic, school, and civic engagements as well as the attitudes and behaviors associated with environmental stewardship.  Data were gathered from three hundred twenty five students at the end of the semester.  Respondents had been engaged in service learning through academic courses for which they completed their questionnaire.  The results of the study indicate a positive impact of service learning.  Such findings support that students are able to gain a more valuable academic experience and increase their desire to be active in the community by incorporating the service-learning pedagogy.

Keywords: service learning, academic engagement, school engagement, civic engagement