- A mechanism for connecting to communities, enriching students’ experiences, and enhancing faculty and student retention.
- Opportunities to raise national awareness of the civic mission of colleges and universities through influential documents such as the Presidents’ Declaration on the Civic Responsibility of Higher Education.
- Millions of dollars in subgrants to member campuses to support service and civic engagement efforts available through our state affiliates.
- Access to hundreds of service and service-learning program models and syllabi, as well as the chance to share successful initiatives nationally.
- National and local publicity that highlights presidential leadership in support of public and community service.
- Legislative updates with information on government initiatives that affect service-related programs in higher education.
- Publications and online resources to help your community partners work effectively with higher education.
- Training, resources, awards, and other support for faculty, community service directors, administrators, and students engaged in service and service-learning.
- Advocacy of national and state legislation and funding to support campus-based service.
- Formal links with organizations such as the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), and discipline associations to bring combined resources and efficiencies to new initiatives.
- Professional development and networking opportunities designed to enhance presidents’ ability to foster civic engagement.
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