When I was working on my MA in cross-cultural ministry I did a little pilot survey at a university to determine if there was any way the church I was attending might be able to help the students.
This was the best educational experience of my life because it was hands on, directly related to my daily life outside of class. Some refer to it as learner driven education.
I found that 1st year university students in particular voiced some common unmet needs. They said they wanted help with getting control on their personal finances for one thing. They also said there was a shortage of gymnasiums where they might go to play floor hockey or volley ball to take a break between studying. They also wished they could talk to people who were already out working in the field they were headed for. They also overwhelmingly said that if a Christian acquaintance would just invite them to some kind of event, they would certainly go!
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