Center for Civic Engagement

Students volunteering at a community site — Bring It Back to Normal
Our community day of service is back this year! Learn more.

picture of a trophy, confetti, stars — 2021 Civic Engagement Celebration
Join us on April 13 for the University's annual Civic Engagement Celebration and Awards! Register today to attend the free, virtual event!

V O T E with Reggie as the "O" — Redbird Voter Guide
Visit the Redbird Voter Guide for all the information you need to vote in the local elections April 6!.

We're a Voter Friendly Campus!

We're thrilled to be designated nationally as a Voter Friendly Campus! Check out this news article to learn more, and visit the Redbird Voter Guide for all your election info!

tape measures and rulers — Find your fit
Looking to contribute to your community or address a social issue but not sure how? Fill out a short form and we'll help you find ways to make your #RedbirdImpact!

Carnegie seal — Carnegie Elective Community Engagement Classification
We're thrilled to announce that Illinois State University received this prestigious national designation. Learn more!

Civic Engagement News

Homecoming Spotlight: Kelby Cumpston ’13, sociology and economics

Sociology alum runs for Bloomington City Council Kelby Cumpston, a sociology alum from 2013 and resident of Bloomington’s west side, recently ran as a Bloomington City Council candidate representing Ward 7 against Mollie Ward. The driving support behind his campaign and three other joint candidates was the newly formulated and progressive People’s First Coalition. A Read more

Civic Engagement Celebration takes place April 13

Illinois State University’s annual Civic Engagement Celebration will take place on April 13. The virtual event will feature announcement of the Civic Engagement Award recipients and a presentation by the McLean County Museum of History on the history of activism at Illinois State. Read more