Work with domestic abuse victims. Help at-risk youth navigate the foster system. Assist older adults with the challenges of aging. Work at a homeless shelter. Be a community advocate. Counsel hospital patients who are dealing with an illness.
If you want to assist for those in need, consider Lewis University's Social Work program. The coursework focuses on helping students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Students expand their understanding of different cultures, learning to appreciate the diversity of human experience. Senior-level students gain professional experience through a semester internship.