“Selecting a particular area of Capitol Hill, I visited the community several times in order to map its assets and interview residents. Additionally, I researched background information in order to get a historical context, as well as current statistics on demographics for that area... I then proposed suggestions to improve that community, such as improving the schools, revitalizing economic development, improving and encouraging the use of public transportation, and creating more neighborhood activities to promote a better sense of community.”

Miriam Choi, Sweet Briar College

“The service projects were key to making the semester such a great experience.  The projects gave me a closer look at the communities and organizations we were studying.  At a small non-profit organization, I helped create a handbook of resources for women who are released from prison.  At an employment legal clinic, I conducted intake interveiws and relayed legal advice from the supervising lawyers.” 

Abby Read, Macalester College

“For my…project, I was able to integrate everything I had learned throughout the semester.  I evaluated the assets and liabilities of a cross section of the Shaw community and proposed a plan to improve neighborhood conditions.  To illustrate my findings, I presented a photographic collection and drew from interviews with residents, readings, site visits, presentations, and my own personal experiences.”

Matthew Scherzer, Bates College