Community
Impact
Measuring real-world impact through comprehensive data analysis, geographic reach assessment, and longitudinal tracking of our service learning initiatives across China.
Global Service Learning Distribution
Geographic spread of our service learning initiatives across the globe.
Our service learning program has expanded nationwide, with significant presence in Hangzhou (8 students in 2024.11), Yunnan (29 students in 2024.5, 46 students in 2025.5), and connections with Yunnan University, Shanghai Community of Music, Malaysia Education Group, and Hong Kong Society for the Aged. The program continues to grow with estimated over 100 students in Yunnan by 2026.
"Geographic reach and partnership networks of elderly communities are expanded significantly."
Student Feedback Improvement Trends
Measuring Student Impact: Tracking Growth in Empathy and Social Responsibility.
In 2024, students showed remarkable growth across all social-emotional dimensions. Empathy and Caring rose by +14.5%, Problem Solving by +13.3%, and Social Application by +12.5%. Feedback scores also jumped from 3.9 (2023) to 4.6 (2024)—a +17.9% increase—highlighting rising student satisfaction and learning impact.
"Learning satisfaction and empathy development of students are improved significantly."
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Service Learning Outcome Assessment
Measuring Student Impact: Growth in Engagement, Reflection, and Meaningful Learning.
The 2024 results show substantial growth in student outcomes compared to 2023. Meaningful Service and Interest improved by 20.51%, and Overall Evaluation rose by 18.99%. With 8 out of 10 areas showing statistically significant gains (p < 0.05), the data highlights the deepened impact of service learning on student development.
"Learning outcomes and skill competencies of students are enhanced significantly."
Questionnaire Survey Analysis
Measuring Elderly Impact: Service Learning's Role in Wellbeing and Mental Health
Following service learning interventions, 22.3% of seniors reported reduced anxiety and depression, while 16.7% noted less pain/discomfort. Improvements were also seen in mobility, daily activity, and self-care. With 66.6% acceptance, the findings highlight the emotional and physical benefits of student engagement in enhancing older adults' quality of life.
"Cross-generational understanding and technological engagement of elderly are enhanced significantly."
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EQ-5D-5L Health Impact Assessment
Measuring Elderly Impact: Details of EQ-5D-5L Outcomes After Service Learning.
Using the EQ-5D-5L framework, post-test results revealed a significant improvement in Anxiety/Depression (12.59%, p = 0.031) among older adults after service learning. Although minor declines were observed in physical dimensions such as Mobility and Self-Care, the data suggests a stronger positive effect on emotional rather than physical wellbeing.
"Mental health and overall wellbeing of elderly are improved significantly."
Voice of our Students
Capturing Reflections: How Service Learning Transforms Student Perspectives.
Through direct engagement with elderly communities, our students gain profound insights into empathy, technology's human value, and social responsibility. These authentic voices showcase the transformative power of service learning in developing compassionate tech leaders who understand that true innovation serves humanity.
"Student empathy and social awareness are deepened through meaningful cross-generational engagement."
"A particularly emotive moment occurred when the former PLA soldier looked quietly over a mountainous landscape and then softly said, 'I had not seen a mountain as beautiful as that in the last forty years'."
"A war veteran grew emotional while exploring VR recreation of Southwest Associated University. I truly understood the human value of technology."
"Technology, I realized, isn't about how fancy it looks. It's about whether it lets someone feel like they belong."
"Many noted feelings of joy and nostalgia, particularly when interacting with the familiar environment recreated in 3D."
"Addressing the digital divide requires systemic solutions—digital literacy training, access to assistive technology, culturally competent support…"
"A particularly emotive moment occurred when the former PLA soldier looked quietly over a mountainous landscape and then softly said, 'I had not seen a mountain as beautiful as that in the last forty years'."
"A war veteran grew emotional while exploring VR recreation of Southwest Associated University. I truly understood the human value of technology."
"Technology, I realized, isn't about how fancy it looks. It's about whether it lets someone feel like they belong."
"Many noted feelings of joy and nostalgia, particularly when interacting with the familiar environment recreated in 3D."
"Addressing the digital divide requires systemic solutions—digital literacy training, access to assistive technology, culturally competent support…"
"A particularly emotive moment occurred when the former PLA soldier looked quietly over a mountainous landscape and then softly said, 'I had not seen a mountain as beautiful as that in the last forty years'."
"A war veteran grew emotional while exploring VR recreation of Southwest Associated University. I truly understood the human value of technology."
"Technology, I realized, isn't about how fancy it looks. It's about whether it lets someone feel like they belong."
"Many noted feelings of joy and nostalgia, particularly when interacting with the familiar environment recreated in 3D."
"Addressing the digital divide requires systemic solutions—digital literacy training, access to assistive technology, culturally competent support…"
"A particularly emotive moment occurred when the former PLA soldier looked quietly over a mountainous landscape and then softly said, 'I had not seen a mountain as beautiful as that in the last forty years'."
"A war veteran grew emotional while exploring VR recreation of Southwest Associated University. I truly understood the human value of technology."
"Technology, I realized, isn't about how fancy it looks. It's about whether it lets someone feel like they belong."
"Many noted feelings of joy and nostalgia, particularly when interacting with the familiar environment recreated in 3D."
"Addressing the digital divide requires systemic solutions—digital literacy training, access to assistive technology, culturally competent support…"
"The elderly were excited just to be able to control the viewing angle… which gave them a sense of agency."
"What they lack is not interest in technology, but access to it."
"I regret that I didn't know there are so many old people less cared about in our society."
"Accessibility must be built in from the start, not added later."
"AI could truly embody the warmth and empathy that technology has the potential to offer."
"The elderly were excited just to be able to control the viewing angle… which gave them a sense of agency."
"What they lack is not interest in technology, but access to it."
"I regret that I didn't know there are so many old people less cared about in our society."
"Accessibility must be built in from the start, not added later."
"AI could truly embody the warmth and empathy that technology has the potential to offer."
"The elderly were excited just to be able to control the viewing angle… which gave them a sense of agency."
"What they lack is not interest in technology, but access to it."
"I regret that I didn't know there are so many old people less cared about in our society."
"Accessibility must be built in from the start, not added later."
"AI could truly embody the warmth and empathy that technology has the potential to offer."
"The elderly were excited just to be able to control the viewing angle… which gave them a sense of agency."
"What they lack is not interest in technology, but access to it."
"I regret that I didn't know there are so many old people less cared about in our society."
"Accessibility must be built in from the start, not added later."
"AI could truly embody the warmth and empathy that technology has the potential to offer."
💭 Hover to pause • 10 student reflections on empathy and technology
Measurable Impact
Our data-driven approach demonstrates tangible improvements in elderly participants' quality of life, while expanding our geographic reach and continuously enhancing program effectiveness. Through rigorous assessment and longitudinal tracking, we ensure our service learning initiatives create lasting positive change.