2. The Center aims to integrate civic engagement into George Washington University’s educational work. We focus GW’s resources to meet community needs beyond the campus, promote active citizenship in a diverse democracy, and enhance teaching, learning and scholarship at GW. Focus Areas: Community Service & Engagement; Academic Service-Learning; Service Careers; Social Entrepreneurship, Promotion & Awareness About the Center

3. SIGNATURE SERVICE EVENTS & IMMERSION PROGRAMS Community Service & Engagement

4. Freshman Day of Service & Convocation CLASS OF 2019 it’s YOUR official welcome to the Colonial Community! Start following us @GWFDOS today!!

5. ON-GOING SERVICE PROGRAMS Community Service & Engagement

6. Academic Service-Learning KNOWLEDGE IN ACTION Over 70 courses from introductory to capstones that extend classroom learning into the community through meaningful and challenging service for undergraduate and graduate students. Engage in scholarship through community-based research projects with our faculty and students.

7. Service Careers CAREERS FOR THE COMMON GOOD GW has some of the highest numbers of off-campus professional opportunities in the nation. 40% of federal work-study jobs are in the government & nonprofit sector. Collaborating with the GW Career Center, students and alumni can access volunteer, internship, and job opportunities online through GWork.

8. Social Entrepreneurship IDEAS IN ACTION Mentorship and additional support is available to students through GWUpstart Social Innovation Lab. Students working in collaboration with community organizations through the Public Service Grant Commission and the Knapp Fellowship for Entrepreneurial Service-Learning can also access institutional funding through these programs.

9. GETTING THE WORD OUT The Civic Engagement Circular – a weekly newsletter featuring news highlights, community service, and employment opportunities Community Service Fair – hosted annually in September this event brings together community organizations, student service organizations, and members of the GW community GW Community on NobleHour – where your record for service lives online Promotion & Awareness

10. GW Community on NobleHour Secure online community dedicated to service- learning, volunteering, and co-curricular activities. Allows for posting and searching for opportunities, tracking service hours, generating reports, and measuring impact.

11. Questions?

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