Welcome Back to the Fall 2021 Semester
The fall semester is underway! Learn about the steps we are taking to keep the campus safe and what you can do to help.
Benefits of Service
Photo of Students Stock Food Pantry
According to a study conducted by Alexander W. Astin of the Higher Education Research Institute at the University of California at Los Angeles, service provides a number of benefits to people who serve during their college years. The following have been identified as positive effects:
- Complete college (retention)
- Enroll in post-graduate study
- Volunteer after college
- Socialize across racial/ethnic lines
- Donate money to undergraduate institutions
There are positive effects on beliefs and attitudes as well and a general commitment to five value outcomes:
- Participating in community action programs
- Helping others in need
- Participating in programs to clean up the environment
- Promoting racial understanding
- Developing a meaningful philosophy of life
In addition to the individual benefits of being involved in service activities, organizations have experienced the following benefits:
- A clearer sense of organizational purpose
- Increased visibility and awareness for the nonprofit organization and the issue
- Enhanced ability to be promoted, both on- and off-campus
- An increase in the sense of teamwork and community within the organization
- The creation of lasting memories