NU Civic Engagement

Thanks again to @NorthwesternU President Schill for taking the time to discuss civic education and community engagement with our student Fellows at the Center for Civic Engagement today!

Tomorrow is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Learn more about what you can do to spread a little joy while inspiring others to do the same in this week's Digest!

This week's Digest covered MLK's impact on housing reform in Chicago in preparation for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. In addition, 8+ events on how to reflect on MLK's legacy and use the day off as one of service to better your community.

The NUPIP priority deadline is quickly approaching! Early applicants receive priority consideration in the selection process, maximize the time they have to develop materials and prepare for interviews with host organizations, and maximize their number of prospective matches.

CCE wishes everyone a happy and healthy holiday break!

Check out community opportunities from this week's Digest!

Embrace the spirit of Giving Tuesday with us! On Tuesday, November 28, join the global movement of generosity. Swipe left to learn about the significance of Giving Tuesday and how you can make a difference this year in the Chicago area! #GivingTuesday

Meet the second half of the NUPIP 23-24 Fellowship cohort! If you are a Senior or recently graduated from NU, consider combining meaningful public interest-focused work in a government or nonprofit organization with NUPUP. Apply now: nupip.org/students/apply…

Meet half of the twenty-one Fellows who make up NUPIP 23-24! NUPIP combines paid public service work, professional development seminars, mentorship and networking with alumni, and collaboration with a community of peers.

NUPIP has officially opened applications for 2024-2025! Make NUPIP your after-graduation plan and work towards a career in social change! Apply now: nupip.org/students/apply…

Check out some opportunities from our most recent Digest. The Digest will go on break next week, but we'll be back at the end of November!

CCE is excited to announce some staffing changes! Learn more about Angela Jones, Lindsay Wall Succari, and Ruth Curry on our website. In addition, Heidi Gross, CCE’s former Assistant Director, has moved into a part-time role managing business operations and special projects.

Check out a few of our Community opportunities from this week's Digest!

After receiving over 6,700 votes, Evanston’s first Participatory Budgeting cycle has been named a success! Swipe to check out the seven winning proposals shaping our community’s future. Cheers to a brighter, more inclusive Evanston! #PBEvanston

Check out some opportunities from our most recent Digest issue!

Happy Halloween from CCE, otherwise known as the CTA! We had a great Halloween full of trick-or-treaters, Jumpstart materials prep, and sudden snow!

Learn more about Sebastian and Sebas, our AMPED Fellows! 🎵💿 Check back tomorrow for our final set of Cities Fellows!

Learn more about Melissa, our Jumpstart Fellow! 📕🚂 Check back tomorrow for our AMPED Fellows!

Learn more about Paz and Imani, our NU Votes Fellows! 🗳️✅ Check back later today for our Jumpstart Fellow! #NU#Studentleaders

Learn more about Michaiah, Philip, and Anusha, our CCE Communications and Marketing Fellows! ☎️💡🖋️ Check back tomorrow for NU Votes Fellows! #CCECommunications #NU