Service Learning
Service-Learning and OSU CHS Mission
Service learning aligns seamlessly with the mission of Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences. By fostering a sense of community, developing critical life skills like leadership and communication, promoting empathy and social responsibility, and enhancing academic learning through real-world application, service learning directly supports the goal of educating and training osteopathic physicians, scientists, and health care professionals.
This approach not only benefits the individuals involved by providing hands-on experience and personal growth but also creates positive change within the community, particularly in rural and underserved areas of Oklahoma. By engaging in service learning, students can apply their knowledge in real-world settings, thereby improving health care access and quality for those who need it most. This synergy between service learning and the school's mission ensures that both the students and the community thrive together.
See What Students Are Doing in Service Learning
Service Learning and Community Engagement II Students and Go Ye Village partner together for the Go Ye Village Health and Safety Fair where Medical students put together and creatively engaged with the community on important health topics such as Blood Pressure, Exercise, Preventative Care, and more.
Every summer the Athletic Training students participate in Service-Learning in partnership with Neighbors Along the Line. Students practice appropriate cultural competence during musculoskeletal evaluations and help support the community partner with their food bank!
Service Learning and Community Engagement II students partner with The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges to host a community Health Fair. They created and displayed important health information on topics such as Blood Pressure, Nutrition, Exercise, and more!
Contact Us
For more information about Service-Learning and Community Engagement, please contact Rhonda Cochran or schedule an appointment now.
Rhonda Cochran, PhD
Manager of Service-Learning