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Developing Vincentian Leaders Through Service Learning, Marilynn P. Fleckenstein Ph.D.
Developing Vincentian Leaders Through Service Learning, Marilynn P. Fleckenstein Ph.D.
Vincentian Heritage Journal
Niagara University has been aiding the surrounding impoverished community since 1965 with its service initiative, the Niagara University Community Action Program (NUCAP). The university also offers courses that incorporate service learning components in partnership with NUCAP. Service learning is defined and its benefits, especially to the students, are discussed. The ways in which students, faculty, and staff are made aware of and called to engage in the school’s Vincentian mission are described. The student-run NUCAP has made many students and alumni into effective leaders for service, social responsibility, and social change. Some are profiled. Staff service projects are also highlighted.
Committed To Poverty Reduction And Spiritual Growth: Vincentian Communities Of Reflection, Action, And Solidarity, Karl Nass, Siobhan O'Donoghue
Committed To Poverty Reduction And Spiritual Growth: Vincentian Communities Of Reflection, Action, And Solidarity, Karl Nass, Siobhan O'Donoghue
Vincentian Heritage Journal
Vincentians in Action (VIA) was introduced to support students working with the DePaul Community Service Association. It helps them make sense of their experiences and develop leadership skills as they perform service projects. VIA “provides an interfaith, reflective framework in which to promote, enhance, and integrate the values of service, community, and civic engagement on behalf of the poor and marginalized.” It was created because Vincentian values were not being discussed during reflections on service. Students were afraid of offending each other by speaking about their respective faiths. Eventually, people from all faith backgrounds were able to relate to Vincent …