Saratu Ahmadu

Psychology, 3rd year

CSL 350, Fall 2025, Dr. David Peacock

Who was your community partner, and can you describe the project objectives?

ECVO: - Engage board members in interviews to understand their individual roles and how this fits into the bigger picture of the ECVO's objectives. We were also responsible for taking notes during the strategic meeting, witnessing the rebranding of the ECVO (which was amazing by the way). The project was mostly HR related, exploring the organization rather than their actual work. 

What was the biggest takeaway from your CSL placement?

There's a lot that goes into community non-profit empowerment. The ECVO is an integral part of that process. 

How can you apply any newly gained knowledge/skills to your future endeavours (courses/employment/volunteering)? 

I plan to eventually start a non-profit that empowers marginalized individuals, specifically children. Its great to know that organizations such as the ECVO are there to help this non-profit from the crawling to walking stage till it can eventually stand on its feet. 

Why should students consider being involved with CSL, and how does it enhance their academic learning?

It exposes you to all kinds of career paths in community service. I learned that its not just about donating funds and cleaning toilets(even though that is an essential part of it). There's health, recreation, social enterprises (my personal favorite), and so many other pathways. It teaches you that community service is something you can get involved in even if you don't want to get overly involved with people, or if you want to make some profit.