Information for Students

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How Students Can Get Involved in CBL & Service-Learning

  • Take a class that has a CBL component 
  • Look for classes with the engaged learning flag as many CBL courses are labeled as such
  • After the class, continue to be involved with your placement and advocate on their behalf 

Additional Opportunities & Resources

  • Enroll in a CBL course
  • Become a CBL Student Coordinator (check us out on LionJobs)
  • Apply for a California Campus Compact Community Engagement Student Fellowship ($500 for 50 hours service)
  • Connect with LMU Community Partners close to campus (Walkable and Public Transportation Map)

What Students Will Gain From CBL Engagement

  • An awareness about community needs and marginalized peoples
  • Learn from each other, the non-profit, and community members
  • Structured time to reflect on their volunteer experience
  • An ability to launch projects in order to improve the services and capabilities of non-profits