WVU Spring Break Service-Learning Course
Hunger and Homelessness in Washington DC
Course Title: Hunger and Homelessness
Course Location: Washington DC
Academic Instructor: Dolly Ford, MSW/MPA
Service-Learning Facilitator: Marcedes Minana
Course Description
The course will examine hunger and homeless in the USA, including current efforts to address the issue and the general shortcomings of eliminating the issue. Central to the carefully designed curriculum is an academic intensive experience in Washington DC over spring break week. Students will serve in soup kitchens, food distribution centers and/or homeless shelters in Washington DC for approximately 15 hours.
Course Learning Outcomes:
Students who complete readings and participate in this course will:
- Increase knowledge of hunger and homelessness issues in the United States
- Demonstrate and analyze the complexity of these social issues
- Incorporate the knowledge and experience gained from this academic experience into the broader educational objectives of their own course of study.
Academic Details
One academic credit awarded through West Virginia University:
Service-Learning: Global Service-Learning (SRVL 293) - 1 credit
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Program Timeline (dates approximated)
March 1 – 24
2 class meetings and academic preparatory work
March 24 – 31
Intercultural Service-Learning in Washington DC
April 1 – 15
2 class meetings and academic completion of course
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Program Tuition: $660 / $560*
* Updated 2/8/07 - Tuition Discount: Students who apply by February 23, 2007 will receive a $100 program tuition discount.
Program Tuition Includes:
- 1 undergraduate academic credit through West Virginia University
- Room and board during spring break academic program
- Scheduled educational, cultural and service activities
- Transportation to Washington DC
Additional Program Related Expenses:
- Travel related expenses including medical insurances
- Course textbook and materials
- Personal spending money
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Global Service-Learning & Program Expectations >>
WVU Spring Service-Learning Course Application (pdf)
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