Civic and Community Engagement

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Civic and Community Engagement

Civic and Community Engagement

Administrative Office

Calling all changemakers: the world is waiting for you!

The Office of Civic and Community Engagement provides opportunities for ��̳ students, faculty and staff to engage with local communities through service and civic action. Find a future career in nonprofits or community organizing—or just get started today on making the world a better place. Make service a part of your ��̳ Experience!

The Bonner Program

Supported by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement, the good work of Bonner Scholars and Bonner Leaders at ��̳ impacts the community through direct service at local nonprofits.

Bonner Program

Community Engagement Programs

The mission of ��̳ is to prepare students for lives of learning, leadership, and service in a global society. ��̳ offers a wide-variety of programs and ways to get involved.

Community Engagement

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��̳Engage

Find volunteer opportunities and other activities in our network. ��̳Engage is a space for volunteers to be in community with local nonprofits and other volunteers that want to make a difference through service and philanthropy. Track your hours, donations, or impacts, and verify your engagement.

Upcoming Events

��̳ Fusion & African Drum Ensembles Concert

��̳ Fusion and African Drum Ensembles

December 9, 2024

7:00 - 8:00 pm

Weisiger Theatre

Democratic Engagement

Civic learning and democratic engagement have been a deep part of ��̳’s history since our founding in 1819. ��̳ students and alumni consistently leave a profound impact at the local, state, national, and international levels. The Office of Civic & Community Engagement offers nonpartisan voter support and organizes civic engagement programs that help you be more democratically engaged during your four years.

Voter Registration & Support

We support new & experienced voters alike, helping students register to vote, request absentee ballots, understand updates in election laws, remember important deadlines, vote from abroad, and get to the polls in-person. Contact communityengagement@centre.edu for nonpartisan voting assistance.

"Citizen Power Tools" Event Series

Civic engagement does not start and end with voting. Learn how to be a full participant in democracy with our “Citizen Power Tools” workshop series. Past events have included:

Letter Writing Workshops
Alternative Break Trips to the state capitol in Frankfort
Deliberative Dialogue
Debate Watch Parties
Convocations

Civic Engagement Interns

The Office of Civic & Community Engagement works closely with a team of three students who are passionate about voter education and support. Students who are interested in learning more about becoming a Civic Engagement Intern can contact communityengagement@centre.edu.