Combining learning in the classroom with service to the community. Green Mountain College recognizes the importance of a strong relationship with the local community, and the value these interactions add to a liberal arts education. Students in every field of study contribute to service-learning efforts each year, in projects ranging from environmental research and restoration, to teaching elementary-school kids about outdoor living skills. The Office of Service Learning & Sustainability assists in coordinating many of these projects and helps students and faculty find new ways to engage with community partners. Service-learning is a teaching method that links course objectives with meaningful community service experiences. Students gain a greater understanding of practical real-world problems and how to create solutions utilizing the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom. Browse the links on the left to find out about ongoing service-learning projects and what Green Mountain community members have done in the past.
