“Service-learning is a form of experiential education in which students engage in activities that address human and community needs together with structured opportunities for reflection designed to achieve desired learning outcomes.”
As a part of BCOR 199, First-year Honors students at WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics take part in a unique opportunity to utilize their academic background and individual skills while doing something that allows them to experience community needs and make a real difference.
This year, students were able to serve more than 600 hours in this specific opportunity – addressing 19 community needs in the form of projects and working with 17 organizations such as the Alzheimer’s Association, Morgantown Early Learning Facility and Spark! Imagination and Science Center.
Q&A with Li Wang, Teaching Assistant Professor and Director of Business Honors Program
How many first-year Honors students do you work with?
Last Fall, I worked with about 90 first-year Honors students. The last three years’ enrollment was pretty consistent with about 80-100 Honors freshmen per year.
What is it like seeing students present their service-learning projects in Reynolds Hall?
It is truly amazing to see the students in action in our new building. The modern-of-the-art space within the auditorium brought out the professionalism and boost students’ confidence too. Yet, the lively and comfortable space in the Atrium allows the students to interact with peers and community partners easily and collegially.
How does Reynolds Hall have an effect on your students?
Reynolds Hall truly provides an academic and professional home for our students to learn and thrive in.
What about your Honors students stands out to you?
I am particularly proud of my Honors students because they are incredibly enthusiastic and willing to engage and serve. Their can-do attitude makes a huge difference in community impact.
Do you have any upcoming events?
A group of Honors students (up to 40) will travel with me and Sarah Glenn to DC on March 2 to explore career options and network with industry partners & alumni in that region. We are in the process of finalizing the hosting companies/partners; Deloitte and Korean Embassy are confirmed already.
To learn more about business honors, please visit our website here.
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