Service
Learning to Lead by Serving
UMEI Is Built on a Foundation of Christlike Service
Service isn't simply something we do to earn volunteer hours; it's an expression of our faith and a way of living out the example of Jesus. At UMEI, students are encouraged to use their gifts to make a meaningful difference in their school, churches, and communities. Through local partnerships, school initiatives, and everyday acts of kindness, students discover that leadership begins with serving others.
UMEI Is Built on a Foundation of Christlike Service
Service isn't simply something we do to earn volunteer hours; it's an expression of our faith and a way of living out the example of Jesus. At UMEI, students are encouraged to use their gifts to make a meaningful difference in their school, churches, and communities. Through local partnerships, school initiatives, and everyday acts of kindness, students discover that leadership begins with serving others.
Service in the Community
Community service and servant leadership is built into the UMEI curriculum through 2 annual service project days, as well as specific courses and clubs. We partner with dozens of organizations, including:
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• Leamington Regional Food Hub
• The Hospice of Windsor & Essex County
• Southwest Ontario Gleaners
• Thrift on Mill
• South Essex Community Council
• The Bridge Youth Resource Centre
• Leamington Mennonite Home
• St. Vincent de Paul
UMEI grads average 124 community hours, more
than triple the requirement.
Students serve their communities through meaningful volunteer experiences.
Students build stronger high school résumés through service, leadership, and involvement.
Students grow beyond academics through service, responsibility, and real-world experience.
When I see these young people working hard, it gives me hope for the future.
Vern Toews
Former Director of Leamington Regional Food Hub, Class of 1954
Michael Wiens (B.A., J.D.) is a partner at Sawatzkys law firm in Leamington. Michael serves on the Board of Directors Erie Shores Healthcare and contributes musically at Faith Mennonite Church.
He formerly was the Chair of Church Council at Windsor Mennonite Fellowship.
As a third generation graduate of UMEI, Michael credits the school for instilling in him the passion for service and helping others.
Beyond Graduation
The habits students develop through serving others continue long after graduation. Whether pursuing university, college, apprenticeships, or careers, UMEI graduates carry with them a heart for serving their communities and making a positive impact wherever they go.
