Center for Service & Learning: Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis

Empowering people to transform communities.

About

We offer on-going opportunities for campus and community to connect people, resources, and knowledge in meaningful ways through scholarship programming and intentional collaboration and partnering.

Teaching & Research

Service learning and civic engagement are rich, still-emerging fields. We’ll support you as you explore and enhance them.

Workshops & Events

Find out about learning opportunities, service events, and conference that we offer.

Volunteering

Whether you’re looking for a one-time event, an ongoing opportunity, or simply a way to complete your service hours, you have many options for getting involved on campus and in your community.

Programs

We offer on-going opportunities for campus and community to connect people, resources, and knowledge in meaningful ways through scholarship programming and intentional collaboration and partnering.

Resources & Support

Our resources will support you as you engage with the community and hone your professional skills.

Dr. Julie Hatcher receives Distinguished Career Recognition Award

Julie receiving the Distinguished Career Recognition award.

The International Association for Research on Service-Learning and Community Engagement (IARSLCE) recently awarded Dr. Julie A. Hatcher with the Distinguished Career Recognition Award. Dr. Hatcher is Associate Professor, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and serves as the Executive Director of the IUPUI Center for Service and Learning. This award recognizes one scholar annually whose research contributes significantly to understanding and advancing community engagement. Awardees must demonstrate sustained field building commitment on their own campus as well as through national or international initiatives. Read the full story.