Benefits

FOR THE UNIVERSITY	FOR THE COMMUNITY
Furthers attainment of mission, goals and values Positions the University as an active, engaged partner in the community Community services increase student retention Enriches the quality and relevancy of the education provided Improves the University’s awareness of societal issues as they relate to academic areas of interest Provides opportunities for collaborative community research and project development Enhances opportunities to extend the University’s knowledge and resources	Increases positive relationship opportunities with the University Provides awareness of community issues, agencies and constituents Creates affordable access to professional development Develops short and long term solutions to pressing community needs Enhances human resources for problem solving Opens opportunities for participating in the educational process Enriches roles for site-supervisors Contributes to positive exposure in the community