The Center offers a variety of civic engagement opportunities for students, from service projects to civic learning experiences. Sign up for our email newsletter to receive updates on our programs along with volunteer needs in the community and civic engagement opportunities. The newsletter is sent weekly during the academic year.
Students
Minor in Civic Engagement and Responsibility
The Minor in Civic Engagement and Responsibility program involves students working together with community partners to create a more just and equitable world.
Community Service
Learn about yourself, how to work with others, and how to make a difference in your community. These opportunities are hosted or coordinated by the Center for Civic Engagement:
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Bring it Back to Normal
Provides opportunities for students to give back to the community that is home to Illinois State University.
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Holiday Helper
The Holiday Helper program annually provides gifts for hundreds of children in the local community.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
A National Day of Service to honor Dr. King's commitment and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and social justice.
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September Service Days
A series of planned service projects that provide students the opportunity to give back and participate in community service.
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Spring into Service
A small series of planned service projects that provide students the opportunity to get out and give back.
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Serving Those Who Served
For this year's Serving Those Who Served project we're working with the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
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Local Volunteer and Community Organizations
The Center for Civic Engagement serves as a link between the University and local community agencies that depend on volunteers.
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Civic Engagement Opportunities
A list of current volunteer and service opportunities. Students can gain valuable experience and make a positive impact on their communities.
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SOCKtober
Socks provide warmth, cushioning, and protection for the feet. In the month of October, we will be collecting new, in-package socks for local children.
Find Service Opportunities around the State
Looking to volunteer outside of McLean County? The United Way affiliate in many areas is a great place to look for opportunities. Get to know the list with links and other resources that the Center for Civic Engagement provides.
Explore Service OpportunitiesCivic Education
The Center for Civic Engagement hosts a variety of programs, events, and initiatives to help students learn about social issues, dialogue across differences, and become informed voters.
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Programs and Events
Films, seminars, and events geared towards gaining better insight into civic engagement.
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Deliberative Dialogues
Guided conversations on a political or controversial topic.
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Constitution Day
Day to commemorate September 17, 1787, signing of the United States Constitution.
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Exploring Wicked Problems
A new occasional series to explore difficult or impossible problems to solve.
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Redbird Voter Guide
Civic engagement is a core value at Illinois State University; that includes voting.
