Community partnerships provide the foundation on which service is provided. The Office of Service-Learning and Community-Engaged Teaching is committed to the creation of partnerships between Ohio State and the community that benefit community residents and build capacity of community agencies and schools to achieve their mission.
Working with Volunteers
Student Life's Pay It Forward unit connects students and student organizations to community partners with volunteer opportunities.
Sample Policies for Public School Volunteers
Standards for Volunteers Working in Public Schools (PDF)
Outlines expectations for volunteers working in schools.
P-12 Project Guidlines for Public School Volunteer Program Coordinators (PDF)
Outlines responsibilities for volunteer coordinators at schools.
P-12 Project Policy with Respect to Volunteers in the Public Schools (PDF)
Specifies expectations for schools and volunteers in the schools.
Ohio State's Policy on Minors on Campus
https://hr.osu.edu/services/minors-on-campus/
Learning and Networking
The Office of Service-Learning and Community-Engaged Teaching offers workshops and lectures where community members can learn more about community-engaged teaching and meet potential partners. Check the home page for details on any upcoming events, or use this website to sign up for our listserv.
The Resources tab lists sources for more information on service-learning and community-engaged teaching.
The Office of Outreach and Engagement offers additional information and resources on how Ohio State partners with our community, locally, regionally, and globally.