W&M Civic & Community Engagement

What an amazing (and packed) W&M Community Partnerships workshop today. Thank you to all who attended, including more than 35 community representatives and our faculty partners.

48 hours left to support TribeFunding for Civic & Community Engagement AmeriCorps Grant. Funding supports middle school students, early childhood education, social-emotional learning, literacy support, and leadership development. Please consider donating. Link in bio.

Thank you! Way to go! and congratulations! Together, you contributed almost 10,000 hours to community through Civic & Community Engagement programs this year.

Congratulations to this year's Active Citizenship Award recipients who model prioritizing community in their values and actions.

Selah B
Abigail C
Laayba T
Emily Y
Alison M
Ian C
Talia S
Alisa Y
Emily G
Sam G

Even with the semester winding down, our vans are still rolling out. Shout out to the students who are showing up for our broader community. And extra appreciation for the student van drivers who make it possible!

We're at the halfway point of Tribefunding for Civic & Community Engagement AmeriCorps Grant Funding supports middle school students, early childhood education, social-emotional learning, literacy support, and leadership development. Please consider donating. Link in bio.

We really enjoyed facilitating the kickoff for the 2024 Community Engaged Faculty Accelerator, and we're pretty sure the faculty had a good time, too.

Wednesday worries weighing you down? Bring a friend (or two) to the Civic & Community Engagement Suite (Sadler 287) between 1:15-2pm today for a free ice-cream float. Being in community with others (and snacks) can be a powerful tool for floating through the tough moments.

Remember to apply for the Active Citizenship Award by April 21st! Spin the wheel for ways to work for social change and fill out the application on GivePulse today.

Congratulate our new campus-community liaisons! They will spend the next eight months building stronger bridges between campus and community organizations to increase student engagement opportunities and cultivate more transformational relationships.

Andrew L. - Heritage Humane Society
Chloe J. - Salvation Army
Eleni O. - Grove Christian Outreach Center
Kaayba T. - House of Mercy

We're thrilled to imagine what will blossom from these partnerships!

TribeFunding for Civic & Community Engagement AmeriCorps Grant launches today. Funding supports middle school students, early childhood education, social-emotional learning, literacy support, and leadership development. Please consider donating. Link in bio.

We know the Sunken Gardens is going to packed in just a few hours for Day for Admitted Students, but we're still soaking up Civic Leadership class on Monday when students opted for the Sunken Gardens to work on their advocacy video scripts.

Civic Leadership Program applications will open for all freshmen and sophomores in the fall.

The Branch Out Alternative Break team that focused on food access in Lynchburg, Virginia also built community around food preparation for their meals. Wishing to cook foods from a variety of cultures, one Site Leader volunteered to make Mexican food one night and the other volunteered to make ramen. Everyone enjoyed the dishes and had multiple servings!

W&M Branch Out Alternative Breaks

Apply to be a Branch Out Site Leader TONIGHT by 11:59 pm! From a past Site Leader: “It’s a great opportunity I think to get comfortable discussing difficult topics, to get to know like-minded people who also want to make a difference, and to develop your own leadership skills and the idea that you personally can make an impact in the wider community.” Become a part of this rewarding program by submitting your application on GivePulse TODAY!

The Branch Out Alternative Break team that learned about nourishing food as a way of supporting people with chronic illness in partnership with Paul's Place, Moveable Feast, and Meals on Wheels in Baltimore, built community over critical reflection. Coming together after a long day of service, they discussed opportunities for change, reflected on diverse approaches to bringing people together to address pressing needs, and developed shared understanding and commitments.

Want to be part of this community endeavor? Applications for Branch Out site leaders closes this Sunday. Applications are on W&M GivePulse.

Congratulations to Sophie Kim for her recognition on the 2024 Student Voting ALL IN Honor Role. In no small part due to Sophie’s commitment, William & Mary continues to be regarded as one the top Voter Friendly and Engaged universities in Virginia and the country.

Please join us for a Community Discussion tonight at 5:30 pm in the York Room. The discussion focuses on the impacts of equine therapy in the Williamsburg community; we look forward to seeing you all there!

Grow your leadership skills while digging into community - Applications for Williamsburg Engagement team leaders are due April 7 and can be found in our bio and on GivePulse.

WE team leaders lead a weekly team of volunteers in partnership with a local
community organization. Support sustained partnerships, strengthen team dynamics, and learn about local community issues.

Apply today for the Active Citizenship Award! Each year we recognize outstanding students and organizations for their work in promoting positive, community-driven social change. Find the link on GivePulse and apply by April 21st!

Looking for a sweet treat to start the week? Float on By the Civic & Community Engagement Suite Today between 12:30-1:00 for root beer and Coke floats😄

Don't forget that this weekend is the last Service Saturday of the year. We've got three great projects, including one on-campus. Check out the options on W&M GivePulse (link in bio)

Last week we shared a handful of student impact quotes for OneTribeOneDay. While this one didn't make the cut, it's definitely going on our accomplishments board for the year!

Interested in making a powerful experience with community possible for other students? Apply to be a Branch Out Alternative Break site leader! Site leaders make alternative breaks possible by developing projects with community partners and a strong team of students. Applications are open until April 8th at 11:59 pm- apply on GivePulse today!

We are excited to announce the 2024 Community-Engaged Faculty Accelerator cohort. The W&M Presidential Council of Community Partnerships’ Community-Engaged Faculty Accelerator provides training, cohort-based learning, and a minimum of $1,000 stipend to each of five faculty to strengthen their community-engaged teaching, learning, or scholarship. Learn more about what each faculty member is planning to focus on during the accelerator.

Congratulations to Professors Meghan Stimann, Scott Ickes, Denise Damon Wade, Jackson Sassor, and Debbie Ramer.

What better way to brighten up a grey Wednesday than furry friends! Shout out to Heritage Humane Society and our Williamsburg Engagement team who volunteers there every Wednesday afternoon.

“This hands-on experience has not only enriched my understanding of the team's operations but has also deepened my appreciation for the nuances of working in a community-focused environment."

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William & Mary

"Now I know more about myself and how I want to engage in my community... I want to make more community connections and find meaningful involvement.”

Support W&M Civic & Community Engagement with giving code 3226
William & Mary

“Honestly this Branch Out program felt like some of the most meaningful service I've ever done in my life, and I would strongly recommend anyone to try and step out of their comfort zones and go on an alternative break.”

Support W&M Civic & Community Engagement using giving code 3226
William & Mary

“Being part of this program has helped me realize how complex issues are in our communities and how many people are truly needed to address critical issues that our communities face.”

Support W&M Civic & Community Engagement using giving code 3226
William & Mary