2. Setting the Stage Studies Service Social Life So where does Bonner fit in to all of this???
3. Bridging the Gap Stetson University Academic major/minor Extracurriculars Leadership opportunities Trips, excursions, bonding experiences Relationships (peers, roommates, faculty) Job/Internship opportunities, TA positions, honor societies, Greek life connections Socials, parties, NightCap, cultural events Bonner Program CBR and/or service-learning CAUSE, ITS, STAND, Fri. @ 4 Lead Team, Senior Intern, PLC IMPACT, Bonner Congress, SLI, alternative spring breaks Bonner family… All You Need is Love! Volunteer fair, trip to Stetson Law School, AmeriCorps, VISTA, Summer of Service Retreats, Bonner breathers, family outings, Christmas party
4. Advantages of the Bonner Curriculum For the Scholar Pursues hands-on experience through implementation at service sites and other initiatives Develops transferable skills through the intertwining of their service passion, academic and career interests Allows for their development as an individual to benefit society For the Community Partner Benefits from Scholar’s expertise being put into action Service with a purpose mentality
5. A Few More Advantages… For the Program and University Promotes program ownership once scholars have been equipped to run the day to day operations Ensures leadership continuity Attracts participants and supporters through track record recognition Allows for stronger relationships within the university and in turn the community
6. Bonner as a Student Development Tool Our student development approach offers students a journey including opportunities to develop: Experience Skills Values Knowledge
7. 6 Common Commitments Civic Engagement participate intentionally as a citizen in the democratic process; actively engaging in public policy and direct service Community Building establish and sustain a vibrant community of place, personal relationships and common interests Diversity respect the many different dimensions of diversity in our public lives International Perspective develop international understanding that enables Bonners to participate successfully in a global society Social Justice advocate for fairness, impartiality, and equality while addressing systemic social and environmental issues Spiritual Exploration explore personal beliefs while respecting the spiritual practices of others
8. The 5 E’s EXPERTISE EXAMPLE Through Service (Developmental placements, learning through action) EXPERIENCE Academic Linkages (Service-learning, CBR, minor, major, & certificates EXPLORATION EXPECTATION Co-Curricular Activities (Training & Enrichment, reflection, and advising)
11. First Year Cornerstone: Service Trip First-year Stetson Bonners are also required to attend a week-long service work trip in the spring semester, for which they earn 40 service hours.
13. Third Year Cornerstone: Capstone Project Juniors in the Bonner program are asked to plan and execute a culminating project that takes their service experience and leadership skills to the next level.
14. Fourth Year Cornerstone: Senior Presentation Reflection is the final step in any service activity. At the end of a student’s college career, it is especially crucial that one look back and reflect on the past four years of the program.
16. Training & Skill Development 1st/2nd Year 2nd/3rd Year 3rd/4th Year
17. Bonner Webbers (BWBRS) Choose a service-site Write your CLA (community learning agreement) Log your hours weekly (10 hrs/week) End the semester by creating a service accomplishment For more information please visit http://stetsonbonner.pbworks.com/BWBRS-Training
19. Lead Team Cont’d… This behind the scenes team spearheads strategic planning as it pertains to facilitating meetings, mentoring other scholars, representing the program to other entities, and assisting in the day-to-day operations of the program. This group is selected through an interview process. This strategic planning process is facilitated under the guidance of the Program Coordinator and Senior Intern(s).
20. Lead Team Responsibilities Attending weekly planning meetings 2. Organizing & leading Freshmen/New Student orientation 3. Facilitating one “Bonner Breather”/family event per month 4. Mentoring one particular grade level 5. Helping with Bonner All-Call trainings, activities, parties, and retreats 6. Meeting one-on-one with family members as necessary
22. Bonner Congress Representative 2 students are chosen to serve as Bonner Congress Representatives for the duration of two academic years (1 will always be a sophomore, the other a junior) They will attend Bonner Congress as representatives of the Stetson University Bonner Program in the fall of each year (usually around October) At this gathering, representatives are given the opportunity to share ideas, best practices, and inspiration.
23. SGA Representative Every year, one student is selected to serve as the Bonner Program's senator in Stetson University's Student Government Association (SGA) This person will represent the needs of his/her organization at SGA meetings He/she will provide electronic minutes for all others in the organization Minimum time commitment of 2 hrs/week 1 hr for a weekly senate meeting 1 hr for a weekly organizational meeting
24. Senior Intern Every year, one or more senior Bonner student(s) is selected to serve as Senior Intern. In this position, the student works closely with the Coordinator to help with record-keeping, communication, and event planning for the program. Additionally, the Senior Intern facilitates weekly Lead Team meetings.
25. Summers of Service (SOS) Bonners are asked to complete a summer or two of community service. Unlike service done during the school year, these positions may be paid, as long as they are with a nonprofit or governmental agency. Students must complete 280 hours of service during each of these two summers (seven weeks at 40 hours a week) and make a presentation at the end.
27. Components of Effective Service-Learning Preparation learning the context for the service to be done, through research, needs identification, discussion, site visits, policy examination, & project design Action the service that flows from preparation; either direct/indirect advocacy or research Demonstration presenting, teaching, performing, advocating, etc., about the service Reflection writing, discussion, evaluation, future planning, etc., about needs & service
28. Other Elements of Effective Service-Learning Recognition celebrating what “servers” and partners have accomplished Reciprocity collaborating to ensure those who receive service play an active role in defining needs and activities
