Service-Learning Program 

The service-learning program is designed for English-language learners who want to improve their communication skills while engaging in service-oriented projects in local and statewide communities. Connecting to the communities of Oxford and the surrounding areas strengthens the students’ understanding of social responsibility and provides meaningful contact with the local culture and the citizens of the community.

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Two-Week Program*

Students in the two-week Service-Learning Program take Topics in Intercultural Communication. The course meets for 4 hours each day, 5 days per week (40 contact hours total). Class time will be divided between in-class activities and service-learning projects outside of the classroom. In-class activities include reading and discussion of articles on current topics, TED Talks, reflection blogs, and presentations. The projects occurring outside of the classroom consist of volunteering with a variety of local non-profit organizations and schools.

Sample Schedule 

	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
WEEK 1:	Topics in Intercultural Communication	Topics in Intercultural Communication	Service Project	Topics in Intercultural Communication	Service Project
WEEK 2:	Topics in Intercultural Communication	Topics Service Project	Service Project	Topics in Intercultural Communication	Final Exam

*The two-week program is a 3-credit program. 

 Contact iep@olemiss.edu to request customized dates.

Four-Week Program

Students in the four-week Service-Learning Program take two courses. The first course is Topics in Intercultural Communication, and the second will be either a writing course or a speaking and listening course, depending on the preference of the home university. Each course will meet 2 hours per day, 5 days per week (80 contact hours total). Class time will be divided between in-class activities and service-learning projects outside of the classroom.

Sample Schedule

	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
WEEK 1:	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project
WEEK 2:	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project
WEEK 3:	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project
WEEK 4:	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project	Topics in I.C. Course 2	Service Project

 

For more information about these programs, please contact Tracy Koslowski at StudyEnglish@olemiss.edu