Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the feasibility of international community service projects for students from Communication Science. The study used an online survey to examine students’perceptions. Data were collected voluntarily from 49 students taking part in service-learning project linked to empower people in rural areas, using open-ended questions. The results show various issues such as cultures, arts, diversity, environment, public health, and food security needed to be addressed in the program.With regards to the international service-learning, the students valued positively the program’s nature and raised some concerns including distance, cost, and cultural differences. The implementation of domestic community service may lack of preparation and clear instructions. Standardized procedures and guidelines of international service projects serve as key factors in optimizing the program’s benefit.

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