Expanding Community Engagement by Combining Extension, Service Learning, and Classroom Instruction
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| Title: | Expanding Community Engagement by Combining Extension, Service Learning, and Classroom Instruction |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Chester L. Arnold, Juliana Barrett, Todd Campbell, Marisa Chrysochoou, David Dickson, Michael Dietz, Randi Mendes |
| Source: | Journal of Extension. 2025 63(4). |
| Availability: | Clemson University Press. 116 Sigma Drive, Clemson, SC 29634. Tel: 864-656-7156; e-mail: journalofextension@clemson.edu; Web site: https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Sponsoring Agency: | National Science Foundation (NSF), Improving Undergraduate STEM Education (IUSE) |
| Contract Number: | 1915100 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Community Involvement, Extension Education, Service Learning, Universities, Undergraduate Students, Outreach Programs, School Community Programs, Practicums, Program Descriptions, Outcomes of Education, Educational Objectives |
| Geographic Terms: | Connecticut |
| ISSN: | 1077-5315 |
| Abstract: | The Environment Corps program at the University of Connecticut approaches community engagement by combining teaching, service learning, and extension work. This model of engagement harnesses the power of trained undergraduates in conducting meaningful and actionable projects for communities, building on the topical knowledge, outreach experience, and community contacts of seasoned extension professionals, and in turn expanding the reach of their programs. Over 175 projects have been completed in partnership with 96 municipalities, nonprofits, or other entities. The program has documented benefits to both students and partner communities. The program team is interested in assisting others to adapt the model. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1493540 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | The Environment Corps program at the University of Connecticut approaches community engagement by combining teaching, service learning, and extension work. This model of engagement harnesses the power of trained undergraduates in conducting meaningful and actionable projects for communities, building on the topical knowledge, outreach experience, and community contacts of seasoned extension professionals, and in turn expanding the reach of their programs. Over 175 projects have been completed in partnership with 96 municipalities, nonprofits, or other entities. The program has documented benefits to both students and partner communities. The program team is interested in assisting others to adapt the model. |
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| ISSN: | 1077-5315 |
