Because I plan a career at a non-profit organization, the skills I have developed in online communities have contributed immensely to what I call my real world "tool-belt." This April, I had the amazing opportunity to speak at Campus Compact's 2012 
Special thanks to service-learning FIG Leadership students in UNIV238-01 for the posts in this special series on resources for those struggling with cancer
"Today, I used critical thinking skills to advocate the the importance of continuing your education by coming to Sonoma State University," said David Suits, a freshman participating in the Freshman Year Experience (FYE) program.
"We had the chance to meet with numerous students, many who were interested in our work. It was so sweet, our SSU volunteer from last year came by wearing our t-shirt!
Sometimes the most powerful things come in the simplest forms.
Sonoma State University's Professor Robert Girling in Partnership with Bali Institute for Global Renewal Presents:
Social Entrepreneurship for the 21st Century
For two days and one night I attended the second annual social justice retreat at the Sequoia Retreat Center.
As we ring in the new year, the student staff at the Center for Community Engagement can't help but wonder how the world will be in the year 2025.
I have been working at the Center for Community Engagement since the fall of 2010. Learning the responsibilities and duties that this office tackles enlightened me in the CCE's mission, which I have been working hard to contribute to.
"Stretch beyond your comfort zone. You never know who might be able to help you," states speaker Davin Cardenas '04.