Center for Public Service
The Center supports a University curriculum and research agenda by uniting academics and action, classroom and communities through which students, faculty, and community partners dedicate themselves to the transformation of civic life.
Tulane University defines community engagement as a collaborative and reciprocal relationship between the university and external partners, designed to advance shared goals while fostering equity, mutual respect, and long-term impact. This definition, grounded in Tulane’s institutional values, emphasizes co-creation—a model where university faculty, students, and community organizations work together to generate knowledge, solve problems, and contribute to the public good. Unlike traditional service models, Tulane’s approach ensures that community members are active contributors, rather than passive recipients, of engagement efforts.
Mission
The Center for Public Service is committed to collaborative partnerships and programs that promote empowerment, understanding, civility and justice in our communities.
Website
Mailing Address
6823 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
Telephone Numbers
Fax: 504-862-8061
Complete two semesters of service learning through an approved program (below). One of these semesters must be at the 2000 level or above. The first experience should be completed by the 2nd semester of sophomore year. Service Learning courses require a minimum of 20 hours of service per semester.