The Reasons of the Forming and Development of Social Service Function in American Universities and Colleges

The social service function in universities and colleges first originated from America.The social service as the third function of American universities and colleges made an important contribution to the development of American politics,economy and culture.Its reasons of the forming and development include three aspects.First,traditional culture is the foundation.Second,the need of science and technology development is the direct cause.Third,intervening of federal government is the main cause.