For Individuals

• Have fun!
• Make lifelong friendships
• Learn more about yourself
• Build valuable leadership skills
• Gain marketable “real life” experience
• Think about the important things in life
• Explore career/major options
• Get connected to the community

For Student Groups

• Learn teambuilding skills
• Become more active
• Increase membership
• Enhance overall morale
• Find a new sense of purpose
• Gain public recognition

For Eckerd Classes

• Learn through hands-on work in a community service environment
• Make meaning of academic theory and retain more relevant information
• Learn about the complexities of social injustices and systematic problems
• Learn about the importance of civic responsibility and active citizenship
• Consider the role of faith in service
• Be more engaged in the course