Information for Students
Why Service-Learning?
As a student, when you are able to actively apply knowledge you gain, you have the opportunity to both increase your understanding and retention of that knowledge. At La Sierra University, we believe that students do not need to wait until after graduation to apply their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the world around them. Applying this knowledge, skill, and ability through service to others brings true purpose to your education.
When you take a Service-Learning Course at La Sierra University:
- You will learn more from what you learn through service
- You will be meeting important needs in the community
- You will be involved as a responsible citizen
- You will be completing graduation requirements
Requirements
Students are required to complete three Service-Learning designated courses in order to graduate from La Sierra University. This may differ if you are a transfer student (see Transfer Requirements)
- Sign up for a standard course that offers Service-Learning where all students do service-learning (SLR) or where students are given an option to do service-learning (SLO). (Find Courses)
- Participate in a Service-Learning Intensive.
- If you have completed significant and extensive service in the past you may be able to have one course waved through portfolio review. Contact the Service-Learning office for information on this option. (sample portfolios coming soon)
Transfer Requirements
If you transferred to La Sierra University from another institution your requirement depends on your class standing at the time you transferred in.
If you came in as a:
- Freshman - 3 courses
- Sophomore – 3 courses
- Junior – 2 courses
- Senior – 1 course
In transferring Service-Learning credit from another institution you can do so if your transcript indicates a course is Service-Learning. However, if you completed a Service-Learning course but this is not reflected in your transcript, you may request consideration by submitting a request for Academic Variance to the University Studies Office.
Other Opportunities
Are you interested in serving your local and global community in ways other than Service-Learning? Bring true purpose to your education by finding ways to apply it in the world around you. Here are just a few.
La Sierra University Missions - The Missions Department of La Sierra Unviersity is furthers the work of Christ here on earth by spreading God's love through the service of Missionaries.
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) - SIFE brings together the top leaders of today and tomorrow to create a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of business.
Volunteer Center of Riverside County - Linking people in need with those who can help.
Volunteer Match - Find a place to volunteer