North Carolina
Campus Engagement
North Carolina Campus Engagement is a collaborative network of colleges and universities committed to:
- Educating students for civic and social responsibility
- Partnering with communities for positive change
- Strengthening democracy
The NC Campus Engagement state office fosters connections between campuses, shares best practice information and resources, recognizes outstanding work, and champions civic and community engagement in higher education.
Exciting News! The official NC Campus Engagement merchandise store has launched! Now, you can outfit your campus for the 2024 election with #NCStudentsVote gear, or show your support for higher ed civic and community engagement with NCCE branded shirts, mugs, bags, and more! Every purchase supports our mission of strengthening democracy on college campuses across the state.
Check out our store here or scan the QR code to shop now and join the movement!
The 2024 North Carolina Civic Health Index (NCCHI)
NCCE partnered with the National Conference on Citizenship and a group of North Carolina education partners to produce a new North Carolina Civic Health Index. The Index provides an in-depth analysis of North Carolina’s civic health and recommendations to strengthen it. This is the 4th report on civic health in North Carolina since 2003.
Announcements:
26th Annual PACE Conference
Request for Proposals
Submit a proposal for PACE on February 12, 2025. Standard sessions are invited in four tracks: capacity-building, pedagogy, research & theory, and community partnership development & sustainability. The 2025 special track is “Facilitating Civic and Democratic Engagement.” Deadline: November 15
Nominations Open for the 2025 Engagement Awards
Deadline: December 11
Recognize outstanding community engagement and impactful partnership by submitting a nomination for the 2025 Engaged Faculty Award, the Civic Engagement Professional of the Year, and the Community Partner Award.
News:
VISTA Cohort Spotlight: Welcome Retreat 2024
Read more about events held by the NCCE VISTA program, most recently the VISTA Welcome Retreat.
NCCE Partners with Food Lion to Fight Hunger for the 6th Year
For the 4th year, NCCE and Food Lion Feeds are partnering on the NC Collegiate Hunger Challenge and competition to raise awareness about and address student food insecurity.
VISTA Spotlight Series: VISTA Leader, Madeline DeLorenzo
Read on to learn about NC Afterschool Corps VISTA, Sydney and her experience serving at Elon University.