PORT 123 - Hampton Roads Service Learning

Institution:

Virginia Wesleyan University

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Description:

Introduces and raises the civic consciousness of students about issues that impact the Hampton Roads community. Fostering an attitude of engaged citizenship is its goal. Students gain an understanding of issues from social, environmental, economic, national security and legislative perspectives. Students are introduced to two issue-based projects through on-site presentations. They choose one and learn about that issue through a week of research and lecture followed by a week of direct service experience. The final week includes guided exercises in reflection and assessment in which students learn how their experience may fit into a larger picture and how they can be part of solutions to community issues. Prerequisite: PORTfolio students, PORT 121 or consent; non-PORTfolio students, no prerequisites. Identical to INST 123. Offered in selected Winter Sessions.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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