An Action-Oriented, Service-Learning Experience for Honors College Freshmen

"Alabama Action was such an incredible experience for me because not only did we get to help out the school and the kids, but I also made lifetime friends"

"Through Alabama Action I have learned that I can make a difference to children in impoverished circumstances by offering them encouragement and friendship"

Alabama Action is an action-oriented service-learning experience for incoming Honors College freshmen (UHP, IHP, and CBHP). For one week prior to the beginning of classes in August, Honors students work together on an Alabama Action project that combines service to the Tuscaloosa community with enriching academic sessions (UH 103) taught by University professors and community leaders. Upper-level student leaders guide participants through their week.

Alabama Action responds to the needs of the community and the opportunities to foster sustainable change. Each day of the week-long program is divided between presentations/discussions and serivce projects (painting murals, building an outdoor classroom, landscaping, and renovating schoolrooms) at an under-funded public school. Each student also works in a classroom partnered with one or two young students, participating in discussions and enrichment activities. Students can build relationships that last the duration of their time at the University by participating in mentoring programs after the Alabama Action week is over.

 

"Alabama Action was an amazing experience that I will never forget"

 

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