Uncovering Initiatives Around the World That Foster Holistic Student Development

Guiding students to become responsible citizens is a world-wide goal in universities. Universities in three parts of the world share commonalities in their programs in which students are given opportunities to use and develop their skills and knowledge in relating to others in different types of communities, one within the university setting and two others into communities external to the university setting. Gaining experiences in being a citizen in a community is a key characteristic of the programs.