1. Bonner Scholars Program
Stetson University

2. Setting the Stage
Studies
Service
Social Life
So where does Bonner fit in to all of this???
3. Bridging the Gap
StetsonUniversity
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
BonnerProgram
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,Bonnerbreathers,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 Scholars 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 andenvironmental issues
Spiritual Exploration
explore personal beliefs while respecting the spiritual practices of others
8. The 5 Es
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)
9. The 5 Es Contd
10. Theres an E for Every Year
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.
12. Second Year
Cornerstone: Sophomore Exchange
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 students college career, it is especially crucial that one look back and reflect on the past four years of the program.
15. Yearly Requirements
2 Bonner All-Calls/month
2 Class-based meetings/month
1 Family event/month
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
18. Leadership Opportunities
Become a part of the Lead Team and
19. Lead Team Contd
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
21. Center for Service Learning (CSL)
Work-Study
Positions
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 toshare ideas,best practices,
andinspiration.
23. SGA Representative
Every year, one student is selected to serve as the Bonner Program's senator inStetson 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.
26. Service-Learning
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
29. National Activism to Global Change
Working together
is the only way