The Development of a High‐Impact Structure: Collaboration in a Service‐Learning Program

Abstract

This chapter discusses a three‐tiered undergraduate service‐learning program as a collaborative leadership structure, incorporating high‐impact practices.

The Community Champions Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing

“…[1] Research further indicates that service learning is an effective method of engaging undergraduate nursing students in community-based learning. [2] Service learning exposes students to the social determinants of health and allows them to challenge preconceived notions about underserved populations. [3] This process also allows students to gain new cultural perspectives, improve cultural sensitivity, and practice skills of cross-cultural care.…”