Professional Development
Please check out the following information on scholarship, conference, and recognition opportunities related to Service Learning projects.
Scholarship Opportunity
The John and Trudy Sher International Service Learning Award may be available to eligible students enrolled in a U of A-endorsed Service Learning course abroad. The Office of Study Abroad facilitates this scholarship.
Conference Opportunities
Gulf-South Summit: The Gulf-South Summit is held at a different institution of higher learning every year.
Student travel grants and faculty travel grants may be awarded to attend and present.
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Compact27: The 2027 Campus Compact Conference is to be held in Los Angeles, CA from June 7-9, 2027.
Student travel grants and faculty travel grants may be awarded to attend and present.
Award Recognition
The Service Learning Initiative honors achievements in Service Learning each year in the Outstanding Contributions to Service Learning awards ceremony. Awards are provided to Students and Classes through nominations by instructors and community partners.