When community service is required for graduation it sparks creativity in students and propels them to create projects that may have a profound impact on the local community. Also, when students work with community leaders in public service they start to make connections that may help them later in their careers or life.
At a time when no luck was found. I got lucky. I got what others didn’t, a happy life. I know it may sound cliche
Brainwash. Persuade isn't that negative.