Civic Engagement Department
Civic engagement is individual and collective action designed to identify and address issues of public concern.
3 Ways to Engage
Service-Learning
Apply what you learn in the classroom to help your community and reflect upon your experiences to gain a deeper understanding of course objectives.
Volunteering
Dedicate your services to benefit others and your community! Not only are you helping organizations, but the lives of individuals who need you.
Voting & Advocacy
Voting is one of the key ways that you can contribute to the democratic process. You have the right to make your voice heard through local, state, and national elections.
Register to Vote Request an Absentee Ballot
Top 10 Reasons to Engage
- Students who participate in Service-Learning start their career with a higher salary.
- Volunteering enhances your resume and job applications.
- You will be giving something back to your community.
- You will gain experience and learn something new.
- You can support a cause you feel strongly about.
- Volunteering with friends, partner, or children is a great bonding experience.
- Students with SL experience have higher graduation rate.
- You will become an active member of your community.
- It may be a course requirement or an extra credit option.
- You will be doing something great for your community!
Contact Us: Coulter 204 • q.irby@sunyocc.edu