Civic & Global Engagement
State colleges and universities shape the students who shape our future. AASCU helps them prepare every graduate for success — and service — in an increasingly connected world.
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We empower our members to develop respectful, courageous, and responsible global citizens.
American Democracy Project |
Global Initiatives |
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What |
A network collaborating to develop informed and active citizens. | Experiences that connect students, leadership, and faculty to their global communities. |
Why |
The ability to engage different viewpoints to drive collective progress is critical for our students, our nation, and our world. | |
How |
Tools and community to boost civic learning, dialogue, service, and engagement. | Study abroad, exchange, and professional development opportunities. |
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Impact
Future-focused institutions. Purpose-driven graduates.
Sino-U.S. CHEPD 1+2+1 Program
6,500
students from 182 institutions (144 Chinese, 38 U.S.) have participated in the Sino-U.S. CHEPD 1+2+1 Program, which carries $400 million in total economic impact.
Practicing Democracy workshop series
500+
people from 71 AASCU campuses attended a session in our Practicing Democracy workshop series, which provided networking, knowledge sharing, and capacity building for voter education and engagement efforts on college campuses.
“My students and I have benefitted from hearing perspectives from others and gaining insight on how to collaborate on challenging issues. Programs like Global Literacy Talks allow students to think of innovative solutions, practice communication, and find common ground. Thoughtful discourse is a skill that they can take forward in their career and in their lives.”
“AASCU has been instrumental in enhancing academic experiences for our faculty and students, especially about Japan. With their help, professors and other Japanese experts have engaged with our community. These have been significant for us because of the lack of Japanese studies and language offerings on campus. Three UB faculty members (myself included) were awarded funding to participate in the “Japan Studies Institute” which has paved the way for including Japan studies in curriculum at U.B.”
“This tour has entirely changed my view on what is possible in the world. This program allowed typical students to understand the world outside of their own country. This trip also provided education on other services available for students to continue their studies and interest abroad. Due to this information and confidence instilled in me by the program coordinator for this study tour, I have decided to pursue other opportunities to learn abroad. I am also influenced to the extent that I want to search for a career in psychology that involves international relationships, identity, and cultural assurance.”
Prepare students who engage their communities.
Connect your university to the world.
Engaging different perspectives drives collective progress. Let’s talk about how we can help your students lead the way.
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