Listening, Lifting, and Learning The Civic Commitment of CEA Reviewers As questions around higher education’s relevance and purpose persist, the reviewers of CEA’s funded programs quietly but meaningfully advance a different narrative rooted in collaboration, impact, and civic responsibility. As part of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we’re spotlighting three dedicated members of our review committee from
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Students in the River Community at the Core A Coalition Rooted in Community Need What happens when college students, scientists, and local leaders come together with a shared mission to protect the environment? In South Bend and the greater Michiana region, the answer is the Environmental Research Coalition (ERC)—a growing network fueled by community collaboration
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Volunteer Spotlight: Leann Parrish Building Bridges at Wabash College Through Community Engagement At Wabash College, a new chapter in civic and community engagement is being written — and at the heart of that story is Leann Parrish. As the Community Partnerships Coordinator, Leann is pioneering a brand-new role focused on strengthening the college’s connection to
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Three Projects, One Purpose Indiana State University Advances Community-Engaged Research in Indiana At Indiana State University (ISU), community engagement isn’t extracurricular—it’s a cornerstone of how the institution approaches teaching, research, and public service. Across campus, students, faculty, and staff are working hand-in-hand with local organizations to address real-world challenges, applying academic inquiry in ways that
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