About
Service-learning is a teaching method used to connect academic material to engagement in the community.
What we do
Service-learning is experiential, "hands-on" learning. It's considered a high-impact practice – which refers to educational methods that are often associated with recruitment, retention, and engagement from students. The Citizenship & Service-Learning (CASL) office supports all levels of service-learning at Missouri State, connecting students, faculty, and partner organizations together to make a positive difference in the community.
Learn more about the different types and attributes of service-learning on our page for faculty and advisors.
Students can go to our students page to learn about the benefits of service-learning and how to add a course.
We strive to address real issues
We base our partnerships, programs and goals on the latest Springfield Community Focus Report. This ensures students are contributing to work that really matters. Visit Springfield Community Focus to learn more.
Our work is guided by experts
Members of Missouri State's Faculty Senate serve on our Oversight Committee. And leaders in the local community serves as Ambassadors on our Community Partner Ambassador Advisory Board. Learn more by taking a look at the links below.
