Cress's article is intended for students who participate in service-learning. She discusses the importance of students having the opportunity to engage in their community in order to gain different experiences. These experiences allow you to get out of the classroom and interact by making connections with community members. Service learning allows students to actively participate by applying their knowledge and skills in a practical setting. When you are involved in service learning, you develop new skills and knowledge that will benefit the community. She explains how important it is to step back from your experience and think critically about what you learned from it.