For Students

Benefits for students

• Improve your learning of course material by applying what you learn to community needs
• Become aware of your relationship to the quality of life in your community
• Explore career opportunities
• Enhance your transfer application
• Showcase your skills in your résumé

Where do I begin?

Select the link below for the Pre-Service Training Guide that outlines the requirements, expected commitment, and the role of and recognition for BCC students who participate in either service-learning or community service. Once you have read the guide, select the link to the Pre-Service Self-Test, take the test and then select submit to document your participation in Pre-Service Training.

• Pre-Service Training Guide
• Pre-Service Self-Test

How do I find a community partner placement?

Select the link below to access a list of BCC Community Partner placements and links to other non-profit agencies and organizations in our community at which you may be able to arrange for a placement.

• BCC Community Partner Placements
• Links to Other Non-Profit Agencies & Organizations

What are the next steps?

Select the following programs to find out more information about current Civic Engagement opportunities at BCC and to access the appropriate forms for each program.

• Service-Learning
• Community Service
• Community Service Leader
• President’s Volunteer Service Award
• Global Leadership Certificate

Where can I find all forms and contracts?

Please visit the Student Forms and Contracts page to access all necessary program forms CORI forms, timesheets, parental permission slips, and other.

Who should I contact?

No matter what your interest, contact Jennifer Boulay, Civic Engagement Coordinator, in person in L117, or by phone at (508) 678-2811 x2853 for more information.

You can get help to think creatively about your goals and to map out ways to use Service-Learning or Community Service to achieve them.