1. Is it really free?
Yes, the services provided by the CSIT Service Learning Center are free. However, you or your organization may be responsible for hardware, software, or ISP expenses necessary to complete or maintain the project. Service Learning Center technicians will advise you when such purchases are necessary; however, the CSIT Service Learning Center does not sell hardware, software, or ISP services.
2. How does the CSIT Service Learning Center choose proposals?
Projects are selected based on a variety of criteria. Our goal is to assign as many projects as we can for CSIT class projects or CSIT internships. Project type, project deadlines, and availability of CSIT classes and/or interns factor into our selection process.
3. What if my proposal does not fit into one of the categories listed?
If your project has something to do with computers and/or information technology, please go ahead and submit a request. Let us decide if it’s a project that utilizes our students’ knowledge, training, and skills.
4. What if my proposal seems too small or too big?
We’re looking for a variety of projects that vary in size and scope, so submit them all!
5. What if the completion date is flexible?
A completion date helps us assign projects to classes and interns throughout the semester. In the event we receive more requests than we can accommodate, please let us know in the project description/goals area of the proposal form if your completion date is flexible.
6. What kind of supervision will my proposal receive?
All Service Learning Center projects and interns are assigned a CSIT Faculty Supervisor. Under the supervision of a faculty advisor, students work with you or your designated staff to serve the goals of the project.
7. I’m not sure if I should call or submit my request online.
You can call or submit a request online, whatever you feel comfortable doing. Some proposals may need more discussion that our form allows and we understand this. Please contact Jonas Dees, CSIT Program Manager or call the CSIT office directly.
8. When will I know if my proposal has been accepted?
You will be contacted within two weeks of your proposal submission by Jonas Dees, CSIT Program Manager, who will let you know whether your proposal has been accepted or denied.