Develop Your Civic Identity
Changing the world starts small. Through Civic Scholars, you can learn how to create real change.
Credit-based Engagement
Earn credit while you help your community through the Civic Engagement Certificate.
Become a Community Partner
Provide internships, collaborate on research projects and share your expertise with our students.
Engage & Transform
Fostering civic engagement and public service.
Working with the Center for Civic Engagement connects you with the Greater Green Bay Area and ignites your passion for public service. Our programs and resources help build your civic identity and become a driving force for social change. By getting involved, you'll gain the skills, knowledge and motivation to make a real impact.
Why is Civic Engagement important?
At UW Green Bay, we believe in the "communiversity" concept, which means we're all about connecting the university with the local community. It's a team effort where students, faculty and community members come together to tackle local issues and drive positive change.
Location & Hours
Green Bay Campus, 410 Wood Hall, 2380 Wood Hall Dr., Green Bay, WI 54311
Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Our Students in the News
From academic to professional triumphs, students who work with the Center for Civic Engagement are making moves on campus and in our community.
Two TEDx Speakers
Two Newman Scholars, Jordyn Gaurkee and James Harris were part of UW-Green Bay’s 2024 TEDx Program!
First Generation Impact Award
Jocelin Ramos, 2023-2024 Civic Scholar, won inaugural First Generation Impact Award in New Student Category.
National Newman Fellow
James Harris, 2022-2023 Civic Scholar, is currently serving as a national Newman Fellow and was just awarded Universities of Wisconsin’s Bridging-the-Divide Scholarship from the Tommy G. Thomson Center on Pubic Leadership
Our Campus is in the Community
UW-Green Bay students have been recognized for their community engagement.
UW-Green Bay has been recognized with the 2024 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, which verifies that our students are engaged, forward-thinking members of Northeast Wisconsin. This classification has been the leading framework for institutional assessment and recognition of community engagement in U.S. higher education for the past 19 years.
Collaborating Across Campus
Civic engagement is not solitary; to maximize your ability to make change, work with other departments across campus.
Nonprofit Network
Nonprofits and civic engagement are natural allies, paving a pathway to change and improved programs and services in our communities.
Student Engagement
Volunteering is a vital aspect of civic action; Student Engagement offers a range of opportunities to help you ignite change.
Continuing Education
Learning is important at any stage of life or career. Learn how to become a better leader to impact your community.
Career Planning
Not sure what your next step is? Career planning is here to help! They can help you master the ins and outs of the workforce.
Campus Compact Membership
Through our membership with Campus Compact, a national nonprofit that focuses on civic and community engagement, we're able to host both the Newman Civic Fellowship and Americorps VISTA programs.
Mailing List
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Advice From a
Civic Scholar
"Go for it! I know the idea of it might be scary, and it might seem like a lot, but it’s truly one of the best decisions I ever made. I met so many amazing professors, who became some of my closest mentors, who still recommend me for opportunities even after being done with the program! It gave me the opportunity to have an internship with the Boys & Girls Club, and has continued to help me with other opportunities, like being a peer mentor for a first year seminar for the Fall 2024 semester! It has really helped me get the most out of my college experience."
Emily Kjelland '26
Psychology Major
Ask An Expert
Ashley Heath is a Lecturer of Public and Environmental Affairs. She also serves as Program Manager for the Center for Civic Engagement. If you have questions, Ashley can help.