The 2020-21 academic year was truly remarkable. From a global pandemic to social unrest and beyond, our member colleges and universities were facing multiple challenges that required creativity and perseverance. This was especially true for community and civic engagement offices.
NC Campus Compact sponsored the viewing of The Reunited States documentary on 20 member campuses the week of February 22. Over 300 students were able to view this film which highlights several Americans seeking to be depolarizers who bridge political and racial divides.
The annual Engagement Awards were presented on February 10, during the virtual PACE Conference. Congratulations to the outstanding winners! View the Awards Ceremony video.
UNCG’s Dr. Michael Hemphill is the 2020 recipient of the Ernest A. Lynton Award for the Scholarship of Engagement. Dr. Melissa Lyon is the recipient of the Outstanding Student Research Award presented by the Georgia Educational Research Association.
On October 9th, 25 faculty members – from eight universities and two community partners – attended the 3rd Annual Engaged Scholar Writing Retreat. This event is designed for NC faculty and administrators who are involved in community-engaged research and writing.