Historically, partnerships between higher education institutions and their surrounding communities have been characterized by a palpable tension over who determines which issues to address and how. The relationship between colleges and communities can transition to an engaged model where colleges and community partners co-create solutions to community issues through ongoing negotiations, compromises, and a commitment to reciprocity. Contemporary service-learning should highlight the importance of appropriately balancing a community's needs with an institution's desire to enhance student learning through educational experiences outside the classroom.

In this virtual presentation, Jabari Bodrick, director of education and resiliency at United Way of the Midlands, will share a step-by-step community-centered approach to creating healthy and sustainable service-learning collaborations.

Register to receive the link to connect on April 4.

This session is part of the College of Public Health's National Public Health Week 2023 event series. Events are open to all—you don't have to be affiliated with CPH to attend!

View the full list of events at cph.temple.edu/nphw.