Critical Service-Learning Across the Globe: Transforming Teaching into Social Action

University of Nicosia , Cyprus

Call for Papers - The 8th International Symposium on Service-Learning Proposal submissions of 350 words, to be submitted according to the format indicated on this call for papers. The deadline for submissions is November 30th 2019. Proposals are limited to two submissions per presenter. Transformation has become a central discussion theme in the higher education landscape worldwide. Forecasts reveal that higher education institutions might become virtual entities that compete for survival, which will render face-to-face interaction of the lecture hall redundant. Out-of-classroom learning spaces will likely become more important as students will learn in their own communities. Service-learning is a transformative pedagogy that emphasizes out of classroom experiences as a learning space, the community as a textbook and where theory becomes practice. The purpose of the 8th International Symposium on Service-Learning is to focus on transitions in higher education and the role that critical service-learning plays in social transformation. One of the main areas of focus will be on student...

A Focus on Faculty: Practical and Research-Informed Strategies for Faculty Development in Community Engagement

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As S-LCE professionals, many of us are adept in navigating the complexities of working with students, community partners, and broader members of the community. Often, our work with faculty partners and academic departments can be more daunting, in large part due to a dearth of frameworks guiding this work. Building upon the presenters’ recently released edited volume, Reconceptualizing Faculty Development in Service-Learning/Community Engagement, the overarching goal of this session is for participants to analyze and situate their work with faculty partners in an array of best practices, emerging with ideas, resources, and support structures that advance S-LCE faculty development on their campuses. In this webinar, there will be a presentation with built-in opportunities for interaction. We will provide an overview of the book, and then hone in on topics most pertinent to our goals, pulling from our book chapters to offer ideas and perspectives. Through engagement in this webinar, participants will make progress toward: (1) Identifying three research-informed practices in...

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Join us where the road to the White House begins! Coinciding with NH's First in the Nation Primary, students from across the country are invited to experience the primary process up close and personal. The convention will feature visits from presidential candidates and campaign staff, members of the media, and political experts, along with a full agenda of educational sessions, an exhibit hall, conventioneering, ranked voting ballot, and social events. Hosted by the New England College Center for Civic Engagement and sponsored by Campus Compact.

Newman Civic Fellowship Nomination Support Call

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Have questions about nominating a student for Campus Compact's Newman Civic Fellowship? Join us for a virtual Q&A to learn the ins and outs of the program.

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