Why get involved in Research Service-Learning?

There are a number of reasons for undergraduates to get involved in Research Service-Learning.

• RSL is a terrific opportunity to work closely with a faculty member. We know that this kind of relationship with a faculty member can be a tremendous learning experience and can increase your feelings of involvement in the university.
  
  
• This is a chance to become involved in community issues or policy questions at the local, national, or international level.
  
  
• RSL is an opportunity to combine your academic interests with your commitment to community service.
  
  
• RSL projects will build your scholarship and research skills.
  
  
• Many of these courses and research opportunities fulfill important Curriculum 2000 requirements, such as Research and Ethical Inquiry.

Read students’ own reactions to participating in Duke’s service-learning courses. http://www.duke.edu/web/sl/StudentBody.htm