Newman Civic Fellowship
Become an
Agent of Change
Amplify your contribution to the community.
Ready to make a real impact in your community? Enhance your experiences and boost your resume while making valuable connections. With the year-long Newman Civic Fellowship, you'll get the support and recognition you deserve for your community efforts. Plus, you'll benefit from learning opportunities provided by Campus Compact—a national coalition of colleges and universities dedicated to advancing the public purposes of higher education. They'll equip you with the skills you need to tackle public problems and build equitable communities. To apply, you must be nominated. Then, one student is chosen by our Provost's office to represent our campus in this national cohort.
Why Become a Civic Fellow?
You'll grow exponentially, both personally and professionally, in this year-long opportunity. Learn More
Build Professional Skills
Through events and a network of professionals, you'll build skills to succeed in the workforce.
Get a Community Mentor
Learn more through one-on-one leadership development with a local mentor of your choice.
Join a National Network
Connect with other community-committed peers even after your fellowship experience.
Eligibility
Once you apply, we'll submit nomination materials to Campus Compact on behalf of Chancellor Mike Alexander. In order to be eligible for the fellowship, you must:
- Be currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program at your institution (with preference for undergraduate students).
- Have at least one year of your education remaining (either at your current institution or at a different one) at the date of nomination so that you are enrolled as a student for the full duration of your fellowship (September 2024-May 2025).
- Commit to providing a short reflection piece to Campus Compact during your fellowship year.
- Commit to being present and fully engage in offered fellowship activities.
Current Newman Civic Fellow
2024-2025: Amber Hubbard
UW-Green Bay student Amber Hubbard is the 2024-2025 Newman Civic Fellow. She exemplifies remarkable leadership qualities and a strong commitment to civic engagement. She is very passionate about creating a world where homelessness is no longer an epidemic but something that can be easily prevented. With this opportunity, she plans to continue working on advocacy skills and professional development as a Social Worker.
“I am very thankful to all of the faculty and staff at UW-Green Bay who have supported me on this journey and will continue to do so as I take on this new chapter as UW-Green Bay's Newman Civic Fellow. I am thrilled to see what I can accomplish for my school and community.”
Amber has also been involved with the Emerging Leaders Experience Retreat, and Civic Scholar Program. She started the Social Work Association to focus on community engagement for students. Amber is a Social Work major with an emphasis in Child Welfare.
Past Newman Civic Fellows
| Year | Name | Major | Community Mentor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | James Harris | Political Science and Democracy & Justice Studies | City of Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich |
| 2022-23 | Zea Miller | Environmental Policy & Planning and Political Science; minor in Global Studies | Casey Hicks, Organizing Director, Wisconsin Conservation Voters |
| 2021-22 | Hannah Beauchamp-Pope | Human Biology and Democracy & Justice Studies | Amy Olson Guillen, Bilingual School Psychologist, Diversity Leadership Advisor, Green Bay Area Public School District |
| 2020-21 | Trenton Ebel | Spanish, German and Democracy & Justice Studies | Bob Hornacek, Assistant Executive Director, Paul’s Pantry |
| 2019-20 | Jordyn Gaurkee | Democracy & Justice Studies | Holli Fisher, Program Director, Golden House |
| 2018-19 | Zoe Betancourt | Democracy & Justice Studies | Celestine Jeffreys, Chief of Staff, Mayor’s Office, City of Green Bay |
Ask An Expert
Student applications are available in the fall semester. If you have questions about applying or would like more information, get in touch with Professor Katia Levintova, co-director of the Center for Civic Engagement.