The College Corps is a historic state level investment in service that creates pathways
for students who commit to serve for an academic year. SJSU undergraduate students
who complete 450 hours of service through the College Corps will receive up to $10,000
to help pay for college.
Our ongoing research program explores the effects of service learning on current college
students, alumni, faculty, and community organizations. We utilize both quantitative
and qualitative methodology. Our undergraduate and graduate student research team
provides for credit and occasionally paid research opportunities.
Using materials developed by the Constructive Dialogue Institute, the Perspectives Peer Leader Team implements and evaluates constructive dialogue
efforts on campus to reduce polarization and increase effective communication, critical
thinking, and mutual respect. Perspective Peer Leaders work with SJSU VOTES to conduct and promote civic engagement activities that foster the common good.
VET Connect Peer Leaders receive stipends to serve the student veteran community and
to educate others about the needs, strengths, and experiences of veteran and military
students.
The Strauss Foundation Scholarship encourages young leaders from California colleges
and universities to undertake a high-impact project in public service or social change.
