On this page you can do three different types of searches. The first is a "Simple Search." This will show the non-profits within a 5 mile radius of you. The second is an "Advanced Search." This will show you the non-profits that fit the parameters you set such as distance from you and type of service. The third option is the "Orgsync Search." This will allow you to search our database of non-profits to find the one that fits you.

Questions on SLICE:Student Leaders in Civic Engagement?CLICK HERE!

Questions on ASB:Alternative Spring Break?CLICK HERE

Questions on America Reads? CLICK HERE!

Questions on volunteering? CLICK HERE!

Questions on Service-Learning? CLICK HERE!

Questions on CES:Civically Engaged Scholars? CLICK HERE!

Taylorsville Redwood Campus

Student Center

Room 020

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday – Friday

Phone: 801-957-4555

South City Campus

Gail Jessen

Director

Phone: 801-957-4689

E-mail:gail.jessen@slcc.edu

Lesa Bird

Administrative Assistant

Phone: 801-957-4555

E-mail: lesa.bird@slcc.edu

Lucy Smith

Service-Learning Coordinator

Phone: 801-957-4688

E-mail: Lucy.Smith@slcc.edu

Lynne McCue-Hamilton

E-mail: lynne.mccue-hamilton@slcc.edu

Linnie Spor

Service Leadership Coordinator

E-mail: linnie.spor@slcc.edu

Sean Crossland

Phone: 801-957-4674

E-mail:sean.crossland@slcc.edu

Billy Walker

Student Employee

Phone: 801-957-4555

E-mail: billy.walker@slcc.edu

Academic service-learning at SLCC is nationally recognized for best practices in faculty development, student engagement, and community partner development. The program is fully institutionalized, provides a supportive infrastructure, and facilitates the involvement of all stakeholders in a collaborative learning process.

Service-learning is an academic pedagogy, a hands-on method of teaching and learning. Volunteer opportunities, criticalreflective thinking, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations are integrated into academic coursework. Through thesepartnerships, students and nonprofits address both course learning outcomes and issues facing our community. Faculty involvedin our service-learning program receive training and technical assistance, as well as structured opportunities for networking andprofessional development.

The Thayne Center's Service-Learning Grant & Designation program seeks proposals for the development of new service-learning courses, or the modification of existing service-learning courses. An unlimited number of service-learning designations are awarded to viable proposals. A limited number of $1,000 grants are awarded to exemplary proposals. The program is open to all full-time and adjunct faculty.

Deadline for submission is Monday, 11 February.Please review the attached Request for Proposal document for complete program details. Direct any additional questions to Gail Jessen, Director, Thayne Center for Service & Learning (gail.jessen@slcc.edu or 801-957-4689).

The Thayne Center is here to support your community-based work in any way that we can. We will work with you to designate your class as a service-learning course, help you form community partnerships, brainstorm possible critical reflection assignments, anything that will engage your students with your curriculum in new and exciting ways. We also offer a number of professional development opportunities, so that you can stay current and active in the service-learning field. Contact us for more information, or use the links below to explore the possibilities.

The Community Partner Outreach program creates sustainable partnerships that reciprocally address both community needs and student learning outcomes. We create a high-impact learning environment and positive social change, as SLCC plays an active role in the community.

The Community Partner Outreach program identifies, creates, and strengthens mutually beneficial relationships between nonprofit community organizations, faculty, and students. Initiatives focus on training and capacity building for nonprofit partners and coordinating robust social media campaigns.

SLICE members work toward a more just and democratic society, seeking an end to the social problems we face. These students become leaders among their SLCC peers, raising awareness and inspiring actions that address community needs.

Through structured training and guided practice, SLICE members develop the strong leadership skills necessary to bring about social change. These skills empower them to raise awareness, inspire others to become engaged, and become agents of change.

- Develop your leadership skills

- Learn about local community needs and how you can help

- Engage fellow students in meaningful service opportunities

- Educate students about community issues

Applications are released early in spring semester for the next academic year. The program fills quickly, so contact us early if you want to apply!

CLICK HEREto fill out a timesheet.

CLICK HEREto fill out a reflection form

The Civically Engaged Scholar program graduates with honors any SLCC student who commits to take her/his education beyond the classroom and volunteer her/his time addressing community needs.

Students in the Civically Engaged Scholar program receive formal education of social justice issues through designated service-learning courses. They put their education to work by serving in their community, establishing a lifelong commitment to volunteering and community engagement.

There are many ways for you to enroll in the program. We have created several tracks for you to choose from.

CLICK HERE to fill out a timesheet.

Alternative Spring Break trips are affordable, available, and accessible for every SLCC student who wants to be immersed in an intensive volunteer and travel experience. All participants come home inspired and empowered to continue making a difference.

Alternative Spring Break is a drug and alcohol free volunteer immersion program. Through transformative action, education, and critical reflection, participants address important social issues while traveling and exploring the culture and history of the area in which they serve.

Alternative Spring Break is a national program where colleges and universities organize drug and alcohol-free trips for students that want to travel during their fall or spring breaks. Since 1999, the Thayne Center has organized over 25 ASB trips. Participants have traveled to 12 states, including New York, Hawaii, Colorado, and Washington. Alternative Spring Break at SLCC challenges students to learn about social issues, such as poverty and homelessness, and empowers them to personally make a difference through volunteering. Our flier provides more detailed information on where we are going.

All interested students must first attend a mandatory orientation before submitting an application or paying their deposit.

Secure a spot in mid-November.

Alamosa, Colorado

Biloxi, Mississippi

Capital Reef National Park, Utah

Florida

Honolulu, Hawaii

Kanab, Utah

New Orleans, Louisiana

New York City, New York

Portland, Oregon

Puerta Vallarta, Mexico

San Diego, California

San Francisco, California

Seattle, Washington

Taos, New Mexico

Academic service-learning at SLCC is nationally recognized for best practices in faculty development, student engagement, and community partner development. The program is fully institutionalized, providing an infrastructure that facilitates the involvement of all stakeholders in a collaborative learning process.

Service-learning is an academic pedagogy integrating volunteer opportunities, critical reflective thinking, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations are integrated into academic coursework. This method of teaching and learning addresses both course learning outcomes and community-identified needs. Faculty receive training and technical assistance, as well as structured opportunities for networking and professional development.

SLCC has designated service-learning classes in a wide variety of disciplines, from Math to English, Nursing to History. Find a class that's right for you and take your learning beyond the classroom!.

To see a list of designated service-learning classes CLICK HERE

The America Reads program hires enough qualified SLCC students to meet the literacy needs of our community partner elementary schools. SLCC students have a rewarding, community-based option through which to earn their federal work-study award.

America Reads was established as a national literacy tutoring program in 1993. We provide training and a high-quality mentoring experience, enriching learning opportunities for both SLCC students and elementary school students.

After filing your FAFSA, you must be awarded Federal Work-Study in order to apply to be an America Reads Tutor. Earn your work study at $10.00 to $11.00 an hour - become a literacy tutor with America Reads!

SLCC Financial Aid Office - to apply for federal work-study. You must have been awarded federal work study for Salt Lake Community College for the current academic year to qualify.

America Reads Orientations - attend one to learn more about becoming an America Reads tutor

Nibley Park Elementary, Salt Lake City School District

“If it weren’t for me, the child I work with would fall through the cracks. I do make a difference.��?

“My tutoring experience led me to become an elementary education major. It’s fun getting to know the kids and knowing they appreciate my help in their classroom.��?

“The child I work with only knew three letters of the alphabet when I first started working with him. He now knows 23!��?

The Thayne Center Community Partnership Outreach program was founded to help support community organizations, foster lasting, mutually beneficial relationships and serve as a resource to the community.

Community Partnership Agreement: Review the CPA. Decide what level of partnership is best for your organization. Before completing the CPA, schedule a meeting with Sean Crossland, Community Partnerships Coordinator Sean.Crossland@slcc.edu. He's happy to meet at your site, or a location convenient for you. Initial meetings generally take about 45-60 minutes.

After a successful partnership with the Utah Commission on Volunteers and United Way of Salt Lake, and a successful 2012 Volunteer Management Training Series, the Thayne Center for Service & Learning at Salt Lake Community College is excited to announce the 2013 Volunteer Management Training. The 2013 VMT Series is a valley-wide collaboration with United Way of Salt Lake, the Bennion Community Service Center at the University of Utah, and the Center for Civic Engagement at Westminster College. Each month features one training topic and offers two opportunities to attend. Trainings will be the 2nd Wednesday from 2pm-5pm and 3rd Thursday from 9am-12pm. All workshops are held on the SLCC Taylorsville Redwood Campus in the Student Center at 4600 South Redwood Road. RSVP is required.