{"id":1580,"date":"2020-03-11T21:22:42","date_gmt":"2020-03-11T21:22:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/?page_id=1580"},"modified":"2026-06-02T20:58:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T20:58:33","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_4_5 4_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:80%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.4%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.4%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-tabs fusion-tabs-1 classic nav-is-justified horizontal-tabs icon-position-left mobile-mode-accordion\" style=\"--awb-title-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-inactive-color:#ebeaea;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-border-color:#ebeaea;--awb-active-border-color:#3a3a3a;\"><div class=\"nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs nav-justified\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"active\" role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b4430b5180563328411\" aria-selected=\"true\" id=\"fusion-tab-unv201(generalelective)\" href=\"#tab-b4430b5180563328411\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">UNV201 (General Elective)<\/h4><\/a><\/li><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b9b96b40807bb031719\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"fusion-tab-unv301(majorelective)\" href=\"#tab-b9b96b40807bb031719\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">UNV301 (Major Elective)<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-content\"><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs nav-justified\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"active\" role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b4430b5180563328411\" aria-selected=\"true\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-unv201(generalelective)\" href=\"#tab-b4430b5180563328411\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">UNV201 (General Elective)<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix in active\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-unv201(generalelective)\" id=\"tab-b4430b5180563328411\">\n<div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:13px;--awb-content-font-size:12pt;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cccccc;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:rgba(0,0,0,0.5);--awb-divider-hover-color:rgba(0,0,0,0.5);--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#89385b;--awb-content-color:#000000;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#3a3a3a;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Oswald&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:18px;--awb-title-line-height:1.5;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-1580-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-f72ff835983c8dbfb fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_f72ff835983c8dbfb\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f72ff835983c8dbfb\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#f72ff835983c8dbfb\" href=\"#f72ff835983c8dbfb\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I really earn free credit(s) by volunteering?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f72ff835983c8dbfb\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_f72ff835983c8dbfb\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes! Students may earn up to three (3)\u00a0free\u00a0general elective credits by meeting the requirements for UNV 201.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-8169f150d71cb8293 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_8169f150d71cb8293\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"8169f150d71cb8293\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#8169f150d71cb8293\" href=\"#8169f150d71cb8293\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Do I have to enroll in UNV 201? How do I get started? Do I have to sign up before the semester begins?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"8169f150d71cb8293\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_8169f150d71cb8293\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>You do not need to register for UNV 201 as you do for other classes. Simply\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/students\/\">complete this interest form<\/a>, email us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:centerforservice@missouriwestern.edu\">centerforservice@missouriwestern.edu<\/a>\u00a0or stop by our office in Eder 202. We will then schedule a time for you to meet with one of our staff members for a brief orientation session. You can start the process any time throughout the year.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-93330b25eacbfafb7 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_93330b25eacbfafb7\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"93330b25eacbfafb7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#93330b25eacbfafb7\" href=\"#93330b25eacbfafb7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What are the steps I have to complete to get credit for my service?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"93330b25eacbfafb7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_93330b25eacbfafb7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Let the Center for Service office know you are interested<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Complete your one-on-one orientation at your convenience<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Accept your invite to UNV 201 in Canvas<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Complete the tasks in Canvas<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Go out and complete your 40 hours of service\/credit hour<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Log your hours (VOMO) and provide signed verification of your hours<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Complete your Survey of Service Learning<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Write or video your service reflection<\/li>\n<li aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">Meet for your debrief<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-75bc5724c071ab15b fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_75bc5724c071ab15b\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"75bc5724c071ab15b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#75bc5724c071ab15b\" href=\"#75bc5724c071ab15b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What is the maximum number of credits I can earn?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"75bc5724c071ab15b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_75bc5724c071ab15b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>You may earn up to three (3) credit hours. Each credit hour requires 40 hours of service.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-478b8fe65b57ef6df fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_478b8fe65b57ef6df\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"478b8fe65b57ef6df\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#478b8fe65b57ef6df\" href=\"#478b8fe65b57ef6df\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Where can I volunteer? Do all of my hours need to be completed with the same organization?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"478b8fe65b57ef6df\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_478b8fe65b57ef6df\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>At your orientation, we will discuss ideas for your volunteering based on your interests, schedule, career path and major. If you already have a volunteer activity you enjoy doing, we can talk about that as well. Volunteer hours may be completed at one or multiple locations. Click on \u201cService Opportunities\u201d on this site to find volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-69ab30586290346a6 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_69ab30586290346a6\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"69ab30586290346a6\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#69ab30586290346a6\" href=\"#69ab30586290346a6\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I volunteer anywhere or are there certain criteria?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"69ab30586290346a6\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_69ab30586290346a6\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Approved volunteer activities should take place with non-profit 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 tax-exempt public organizations, public Pre-K-12 schools, or local government entities.<\/p>\n<p>Other organizations may be approved on a case-by-case basis keeping the following criteria in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Have volunteer needs.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Serve a strictly charitable purpose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Volunteer activities that will<b>\u00a0not<\/b>\u00a0be approved:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Work with private individuals.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Work with partisan political campaigns.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Work on behalf of for-profit entities.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Work in any religious organization for the purposes of proselytizing (all work performed for religious organizations must be to provide a community need (i.e. providing food, clothing, tutoring, etc.)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Volunteer hours that were completed prior to your orientation with the Center for Service.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Hours completed on campus unless the activity is helping a community outside of Missouri Western. Prior approval must be obtained.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please check with Center for Service staff prior to volunteering to make sure your hours can be approved.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-796e1518614059bb2 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_796e1518614059bb2\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"796e1518614059bb2\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#796e1518614059bb2\" href=\"#796e1518614059bb2\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I want to volunteer in my hometown. How do I get that approved? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"796e1518614059bb2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_796e1518614059bb2\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>You may serve in your hometown. Contact the CFS in Eder Hall 202 for project approval.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-12ec6e34c952dd3a2 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_12ec6e34c952dd3a2\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"12ec6e34c952dd3a2\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#12ec6e34c952dd3a2\" href=\"#12ec6e34c952dd3a2\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I'm not really comfortable going out to volunteer by myself. Are there group events?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"12ec6e34c952dd3a2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_12ec6e34c952dd3a2\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Yes! The Center for Service schedules service events both on and off campus throughout the year. Some of our annual events include Griffs Give Back Day of Service, Campus Beautification Day (during Homecoming week), \u201cWhat Are You Doing for Others\u201d MLK Service Day, and \u201cThe Big Event\u201d. We also volunteer at agencies such as United Way, YWCA, Second Harvest Community Food Bank and more! Anyone is welcome and encouraged to join us!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-8557b68de6b478ebc fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_8557b68de6b478ebc\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"8557b68de6b478ebc\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#8557b68de6b478ebc\" href=\"#8557b68de6b478ebc\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How quickly do I have to complete my service hours?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"8557b68de6b478ebc\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_8557b68de6b478ebc\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Volunteer hours may be completed as your time allows. You have one full calendar year (365 days) to complete each 40 hours you plan to serve for credit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e7d4266500b0e0eb5 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e7d4266500b0e0eb5\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e7d4266500b0e0eb5\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#e7d4266500b0e0eb5\" href=\"#e7d4266500b0e0eb5\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I love to volunteer and have completed many hours already. Can those hours be counted?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"e7d4266500b0e0eb5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e7d4266500b0e0eb5\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Hours for your UNV201 credit(s) begin accumulating following your orientation and completing the tasks in Canvas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-db2a99d2e0f2f9201 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_db2a99d2e0f2f9201\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"db2a99d2e0f2f9201\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#db2a99d2e0f2f9201\" href=\"#db2a99d2e0f2f9201\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I start completing my volunteer hours during my first year?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"db2a99d2e0f2f9201\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_db2a99d2e0f2f9201\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Absolutely! Service is a great way to gain applied learning experience and there\u2019s no better time to start than your freshman year. Students entering Missouri Western for the first time will be eligible to start UNV201 after the start of their first semester.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-64f1488f0cfc76bb5 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_64f1488f0cfc76bb5\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"64f1488f0cfc76bb5\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#64f1488f0cfc76bb5\" href=\"#64f1488f0cfc76bb5\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I am a non-degree-seeking student. Can I earn free UNV 201 credit hours?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"64f1488f0cfc76bb5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_64f1488f0cfc76bb5\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">A student must be degree-seeking and enrolled at least part-time to be eligible to earn UNV 201 Credit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-d02260eb9599b937e fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_d02260eb9599b937e\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"d02260eb9599b937e\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#d02260eb9599b937e\" href=\"#d02260eb9599b937e\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How does UNV 201 help me toward earning my degree?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"d02260eb9599b937e\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_d02260eb9599b937e\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">UNV201 is a general elective (not an elective within your major) and all undergraduates have choices for a variety of electives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-897f45eaf88230831 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_897f45eaf88230831\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"897f45eaf88230831\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#897f45eaf88230831\" href=\"#897f45eaf88230831\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">When do my service credits show on my transcript?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"897f45eaf88230831\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_897f45eaf88230831\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">At the completion of 40 hours of service and other required activities, the Center for Service will submit information to the Registrar\u2019s Office to award credit for UNV201. Each credit (up to three (3)) will be noted on the transcript.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-f37d764382f7ee9ce fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_f37d764382f7ee9ce\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f37d764382f7ee9ce\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#f37d764382f7ee9ce\" href=\"#f37d764382f7ee9ce\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Will my credit for service transfer to another University?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f37d764382f7ee9ce\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_f37d764382f7ee9ce\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Missouri Western cannot guarantee that UNV201 will transfer to another university. Students should direct questions regarding transferring the credit to the institution to which he or she will transfer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-3eeef69cca985f714 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_3eeef69cca985f714\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"3eeef69cca985f714\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#3eeef69cca985f714\" href=\"#3eeef69cca985f714\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I have to complete volunteer hours for another class I'm enrolled in. Can I count those hours toward my UNV 201 volunteer hours?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"3eeef69cca985f714\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_3eeef69cca985f714\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Volunteer hours that are a requirement of another class may not be used toward UNV 201 volunteer hours.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-3e265c29b535cfb25 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_3e265c29b535cfb25\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"3e265c29b535cfb25\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-1\" data-target=\"#3e265c29b535cfb25\" href=\"#3e265c29b535cfb25\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I am an Honors student. How many credits of UNV 201 do I need?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"3e265c29b535cfb25\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_3e265c29b535cfb25\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Students on the Honors path will need to complete service-learning credit depending on which path you are on: General Honors (2) credits, Major Honors (1) credit. Please visit the Center for Service to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs nav-justified\" role=\"tablist\"><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b9b96b40807bb031719\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-unv301(majorelective)\" href=\"#tab-b9b96b40807bb031719\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">UNV301 (Major Elective)<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-unv301(majorelective)\" id=\"tab-b9b96b40807bb031719\">\n<div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:13px;--awb-content-font-size:12pt;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cccccc;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:rgba(0,0,0,0.5);--awb-divider-hover-color:rgba(0,0,0,0.5);--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#89385b;--awb-content-color:#000000;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#3a3a3a;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Oswald&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:18px;--awb-title-line-height:1.5;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-1580-2\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-8ab497e901667d725 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_8ab497e901667d725\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"8ab497e901667d725\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#8ab497e901667d725\" href=\"#8ab497e901667d725\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Do I have to enroll in UNV 301? How do I get started? Do I have to sign up before the semester begins?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"8ab497e901667d725\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_8ab497e901667d725\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes, students wishing to earn UNV301 credit toward major electives must enroll in this course and complete the requirements within the semester. Students will need to reach out to the Center for Service to discuss steps and obtain a project proposal form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-62aa8570bce54beb0 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_62aa8570bce54beb0\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"62aa8570bce54beb0\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#62aa8570bce54beb0\" href=\"#62aa8570bce54beb0\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Is UNV 301 free<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"62aa8570bce54beb0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_62aa8570bce54beb0\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>No. Unlike UNV201, this course counts as an elective within the student&#8217;s major level coursework. Students must pay the regular tuition rate, but may enroll in anywhere from 1-3 credits, potentially making this a cost-saving option.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-6822e208c16ac8ded fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_6822e208c16ac8ded\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"6822e208c16ac8ded\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#6822e208c16ac8ded\" href=\"#6822e208c16ac8ded\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Where can I volunteer to earn credit for this course?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"6822e208c16ac8ded\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_6822e208c16ac8ded\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Students will need to find a nonprofit agency with an opportunity that aligns with their major. A project proposal will need to be submitted and approved by your department Chair.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-385422f52ccf5300e fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_385422f52ccf5300e\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"385422f52ccf5300e\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#385422f52ccf5300e\" href=\"#385422f52ccf5300e\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Do I have to volunteer locally, or can I do so in my hometown?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"385422f52ccf5300e\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_385422f52ccf5300e\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>You may volunteer anywhere you wish, as long as we are able to verify their nonprofit status and your department Chair approves your project.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-168599ab7c8285988 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_168599ab7c8285988\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"168599ab7c8285988\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#168599ab7c8285988\" href=\"#168599ab7c8285988\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How many hours do I have to volunteer to earn UNV 301 credit?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"168599ab7c8285988\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_168599ab7c8285988\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Similar to UNV201, you will need to complete 40 hours of service for each credit you are obtaining.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-147ecca1fc34f1cac fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_147ecca1fc34f1cac\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"147ecca1fc34f1cac\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#147ecca1fc34f1cac\" href=\"#147ecca1fc34f1cac\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What other assignments will I have to do? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"147ecca1fc34f1cac\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_147ecca1fc34f1cac\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>There are 3 short writing assignments due throughout the semester, one at the beginning, one at mid-term and one at the end of the course. You will also need to turn in verification of your hours, fill out our Survey of Service Learning and meet with your instructor to have a &#8220;debrief&#8221; conversation about your experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-5a6b0137a8b6f34fa fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\" href=\"#5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How many credits of UNV 301 can I get?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_5a6b0137a8b6f34fa\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">You can earn a maximum of (3) credits through this course.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-19e78845da4a6a053 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_19e78845da4a6a053\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"19e78845da4a6a053\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#19e78845da4a6a053\" href=\"#19e78845da4a6a053\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I volunteer on campus?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"19e78845da4a6a053\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_19e78845da4a6a053\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">To be true service-learning, all hours must be completed off-campus or for the benefit of an off-campus, nonprofit or government agency. Service that is strictly assisting a MoWest department is prohibited. Students needing an on-campus opportunity due to transportation barriers will need to discuss potential projects with their advisor and the CFS Director.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-132eb76dcaae02289 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_132eb76dcaae02289\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"132eb76dcaae02289\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-1580-2\" data-target=\"#132eb76dcaae02289\" href=\"#132eb76dcaae02289\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I earn both UNV 201 and UNV 301 credits?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"132eb76dcaae02289\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_132eb76dcaae02289\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Yes! UNV201 credits will count toward your lower-level, general electives. UNV301 counts toward your upper-level, major electives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":100,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1580","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-08-20 02:12:40","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1580","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/100"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1580"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1580\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4071,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1580\/revisions\/4071"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1580"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1580"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/center-for-service\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1580"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}