Community Service Learning (CSL) combines classroom learning with volunteer work directed toward community goals.

Being involved in CSL programs has been shown to have positive effects on academic performance (including GPA, writing skills and critical thinking), helps broaden your horizons, and can help build your network.

Learning Exchange

UBC's Learning Exchange is a community engagement initiative based in the Downtown Eastside area of Vancouver.

Through its Trek Program, the Learning Exchange brings volunteers from the UBC community—including students—to inner city schools and non-profit organizations where they contribute to community programs while learning about inner city issues. As much as possible, the volunteer work of students is integrated into academic course work.

Web: www.learningexchange.ubc.ca