Launched in 2003 as a program of the Carolina Center for Public Service, the Buckley Public Service Scholars (BPSS) program provides a framework for undergraduate students who want to strengthen and maintain their commitment to serving communities throughout North Carolina, the nation and the world. BPSS encourages students to learn about and practice public service and engagement beyond the scope of traditional volunteerism. Students are introduced to different models of service, including policy-based service, organizational service, advocacy, fundraising and philanthropy. The program is open to all full-time undergraduate students with at least four semesters remaining at Carolina.