Faculty & Staff
Empowering
Civic Leaders
Students as agents of social change.
Civic engagement is crucial for developing well-rounded students who are motivated to make a difference in their communities. At UW-Green Bay, we integrate culturally relevant pedagogy, a theory presented by Gloria Ladson-Billings from UW-Madison. The goal of this pedagogy is to turn teaching into action. Taking these concepts into consideration, we want to develop our teachings in a meaningful manner so that students not only care about what they are learning, they take what they learn and bring it to their communities as well. What does this mean for you? Include your students in decision making! Let them choose what project or what community organization matters to them. Show them that you are invested in them as an individual.
Fundamentals of Community-Based Teaching
This pedagogy will guide your perspective of student goals and values in your course. Thinking about the student as an individual, then as a citizen, will allow you to give students the space they need to grow.
Academic Success
According to the AAC&U, students who are actively involved in both the classroom and the community tend to stay on strong academic paths, graduate, and often pursue higher education, becoming future community leaders.
Develop Cultural Competence
Using a variety of cultures in your teaching means students are exposed to people and customs different to their own. The importance? Students develop cultural competence to connect to people around the world.
Critical Consciousness
As AI use increases and technology develops, the ability to critically think for yourself will become essential. Through critical consciousness, students develop the ability to apply knowledge outside the academic contexts and analyze society.
Partner With Us to Shape Civic Minds
Partner with us for your next project, internship or research need! Not sure where to start? Contact us through our online form below. Even if you don’t have all the details, the CCE staff will be in touch promptly to schedule a one-on-one consultation. Please try to fill out all of the fields.
Hear From Our
Partners
"Aside from the work that they assist us to complete, having an intern join our staff is a great way for us to see our organization through their eyes. We value the opportunity to learn from a younger demographic and appreciate the connectivity to the university."
Jen Metcalf
Assistant Director, Downtown Green Bay, Inc
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.