Service Learning in CHST

Prerequisite: CHST 203 with a minimum grade of "C-" or consent of instructor This course explores a childhood studies topic such as children's voices, delinquency, health, needs and neglect, parenting, play, poverty, representation, schooling and schools, and spaces for children and children's places and applies those concepts in service learning work with a community partner. Topics and partnerships with community agencies may vary from semester to semester. Students will engage in community service off campus using what they have learned in class to complete the 10 hours of service work. Students will be active learners, and they will be encouraged to reflect on and evaluate the service work that they and their community partners do. Ten hours of service work required. Offered fall and spring semesters.