The Volunteer Connection, at the Clearwater Campus,
was started in 1994 by students who were interested in constructing an
organized alliance with other volunteer agencies around the state of
Florida. It is a student implemented and managed office that believes
students have a vital role to play in meeting Florida's social
challenges. It has proven itself a vital asset to the citizens of
Pinellas County by demonstrating hope and concern through a variety of
endeavors aimed at enriching and solidifying a "connected"
society. The Volunteer Connection has incorporated academic
participation into its framework through the development of Service
Learning. Service Learning, a method and philosophy of experiential
learning through which participants in community service meet community
needs while developing their abilities in critical thinking and group
problem solving, their commitments and values, and the skills needed for
effective citizenship. Check with the Clearwater Campus Student
Activities Coordinator for more information.
| Choose
the Student Activities link under Student Services on the
left for a list of Student Activities Coordinators. |