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Beyond the classroom

Community Engagement is a campus-wide initiative that involves many aspects of a student's personal and academic life. From internships and volunteering to classroom projects and research, there are many ways students can connect with the community.

Engaged citizens contribute to the public good

Volunteerism
  • Find opportunities that match your interests, skills, and availability.
  • Service opportunities address community needs and create a deeper sense of belonging.   
  • Volunteer projects may take place on or off campus and could be done independently, as part of a club or organization, or through a course.  
Internships
  • See how the work you are doing in the classroom applies in a professional setting.
  • Explore a career, gain relevant experience in a field of choice, and potentially earn academic credit or get paid for your work.  
  • "Test-drive" a career for a single summer or semester to help understand the field.  
Projects & Research
  • Apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to help meet the needs of organizations in the community.
  • Enhance your resume and foster stronger connections with people on campus and in the community.
  • Learn about opportunities off campus.
  • Decide on a major or career.