American Democracy Project
ADP is a network of 250+ public AASCU colleges and universities focused on public higher education?
05/07/2024
The Stewardship of Public Lands program through American Association of State Colleges and Universities visited Glacier National Park this year. We look forward to sharing our experiences and the knowledge gained over the next few months as we continue to work as a cohort.
03/07/2024
Before the 4th of July, I'm reflecting on CLDE's amazing opening plenary session and how it demonstrated the intersection between music and activism. Simon Tam shared how he and his band, The Slants, argued a case at the Supreme Court. This powerful, punk rock-turned-lawsuit-turned-unanimous Supreme Court decision story moved and energized the audience. American Association of State Colleges and Universities NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
TOMORROW! 🌟 Join us April 29th at 2:00pm ET! 🗳️ Learn how to maintain a positive campus climate during the 2024 election and turn it into an opportunity for constructive engagement. Register now!
TOMORROW! 🌟 Join us on April 26th at 12:00pm ET for an insightful workshop on incorporating voter issues into the classroom! 🎓 From climate change to gun rights to abortion, explore how to smoothly integrate contentious topics into your courses with colleagues from across the U.S. Register now:
🌟 Mark your calendars for April 29th at 2:00pm ET! 🗳️ Learn how to maintain a positive campus climate during the 2024 election and turn it into an opportunity for constructive engagement. Register now!
TOMORROW! 📣 Are you passionate about campus-community engagement? Don't miss our workshop on April 22nd at 3:00pm ET where you'll learn how to strengthen campus-community voting initiatives. Discover strategies to integrate community issues and voices into your on-campus engagement work. Register now:🔗
🌟 Join us on April 26th at 12:00pm ET for an insightful workshop on incorporating voter issues into the classroom! 🎓 From climate change to gun rights to abortion, explore how to smoothly integrate contentious topics into your courses with colleagues from across the U.S. Register now:
TOMORROW: 🚀 Dive into the future of elections with us on April 19th at 12:00pm ET! Learn more about AI may be used and abused in the upcoming elections and how we can help our students navigate the role of AI. Register here 👉
16/04/2024
This is the last day to nominate for the AASCU Civic Engagement awards: https://aascu.org/civic-global-engagement/american-democracy-project/civic-engagement-awards/
Nominate your campus! And nominate faculty, staff, and provosts for individual awards!
Civic Engagement Awards - AASCU AASCU’s American Democracy Project recognizes individual leadership at the provost, faculty, and staff levels in civic engagement on AASCU member campuses.
🚀 Dive into the future of elections with us on April 19th at 12:00pm ET! Learn more about AI may be used and abused in the upcoming elections and how we can help our students navigate the role of AI. Register here 👉
📣 Are you passionate about campus-community engagement? Don't miss our workshop on April 22nd at 3:00pm ET where you'll learn how to strengthen campus-community voting initiatives. Discover strategies to integrate community issues and voices into your on-campus engagement work. Register now:🔗
TOMORROW! 🗣️ Are you passionate about cultivating active civic participation among students? 🗳️ Join us on April 15th at 3:00pm ET to explore strategies, resources, and success stories related to voter engagement and GOTV activities on campus. Register today! 🔗
TOMORROW! 📢 Attention educators! Don't miss out on our workshop on April 12th at 12:00pm ET where you'll learn how to incorporate deliberative dialogues into your classroom. Discover multiple ways this interdisciplinary tool can redefine your curriculum practices and facilitate difficult conversations.🗣️ Register now to add another tool to your teaching approach:
🗣️ Are you passionate about cultivating active civic participation among students? 🗳️ Join us on April 15th at 3:00pm ET to explore strategies, resources, and success stories related to voter engagement and GOTV activities on campus. Register today! 🔗
TOMORROW! 🗣️ Calling all community builders! Join us on April 8th at 11:30am ET to learn how to organize inclusive community dialogues that foster healthy relationships and diverse opinions. Register now to be a part of the conversation: 🔗
📢 Attention educators! Don't miss out on our workshop on April 12th at 12:00pm ET where you'll learn how to incorporate deliberative dialogues into your classroom. Discover multiple ways this interdisciplinary tool can redefine your curriculum practices and facilitate difficult conversations.🗣️ Register now to add another tool to your teaching approach:
05/04/2024
Thank you, SUNY New Paltz, for recommitting to AASCU's American Democracy Project. Your strategic embedding of civic engagement across the curriculum is a joy to see!
New Paltz Recommits to Higher Ed, Rejoining AASCU - The New Paltz Oracle As of March 14, SUNY New Paltz officially recommitted to the American Association of State Colleges and Universities’ (AASCU) nonpartisan American Democracy Project (ADP). The AASCU is based in Washington, D.C. with about 350 higher education institutions committed including SUNY New Paltz.
04/04/2024
It's awards season!
Nominate faculty, staff, and provosts for our national civic engagement awards.
Also, nominate your campus for the We The People award to showcase your campus commitment to civic and community well-being.
https://aascu.org/civic-global-engagement/american-democracy-project/civic-engagement-awards/
Nominations close April 16.
Civic Engagement Awards - AASCU AASCU’s American Democracy Project recognizes individual leadership at the provost, faculty, and staff levels in civic engagement on AASCU member campuses.
04/04/2024
Congratuations! Excited to work with these campuses!
It's day two of announcing member institutions that were selected to receive support for the mission-critical areas of alumni outcomes, belonging, and strategic planning.
Today, we congratulate Central Washington University, California State University, Fresno, Nevada State University, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, University of Southern Indiana, and Western Carolina University! These institutions will receive support deploying a pulse survey for their campus leaders to assess and improve belonging on their respective campuses.
Also, we’re pleased to announce that a report and toolkit for the survey process will be made freely available to all AASCU members in 2025!
Read more: https://lnkd.in/e5PhMJGm
TOMORROW! 📢 Join us for an engaging workshop on April 5th at 3:00pm ET as we delve into the impact of political ideology on today's hot topics! Discover how embracing multiple perspectives fosters critical thinking and inclusivity. Register today! 👉
🗣️ Calling all community builders! Join us on April 8th at 11:30am ET to learn how to organize inclusive community dialogues that foster healthy relationships and diverse opinions. Register now to be a part of the conversation: 🔗
📢 Join us for an engaging workshop on April 5th at 3:00pm ET as we delve into the impact of political ideology on today's hot topics! Discover how embracing multiple perspectives fosters critical thinking and inclusivity. Register today! 👉
27/03/2024
🌟 Exciting news! We're thrilled to continue our Practicing Democracy workshop series throughout April designed to empower educators, community leaders, and campus administrators. From exploring the impact of political ideology to maintaining a positive campus climate during the 2024 election, there's something for everyone. Check out the lineup below and register now to secure your spot!
📅 **Workshop Schedule:**
- April 5th | 3:00pm ET: Exploring the Impact of Political Ideology on Hot Topics
- April 8th | 3:00pm ET: Organizing Community Dialogues
- April 12th | 12:00pm ET: Including Deliberative Dialogues in the Classroom
- April 15th | 3:00pm ET: Developing Engaged Students
- April 19th | 12:00pm ET: Artificial Intelligence and the Election
- April 22nd | 3:00pm ET: Strengthening Campus-Community Voting Initiatives
- April 26th | 12:00pm ET: Ideas for Incorporating Voter Issues into the Classroom
- April 29th | 2:00pm ET: Maintaining a Positive Campus Climate During the 2024 Election
🔗 Register for any or all workshops here:
Practicing Democracy - April - AASCU Build campus-community ties and integrate voter education in your classroom.
TOMORROW: 🔍 Discover innovative ways to integrate civic education across disciplines in our March 22nd workshop. Explore case studies from Economics, Psychology, Global Studies and Physics, share ideas, and contribute to shaping civic-minded curricula. Register today and be part of the change! 👉
TOMORROW: 🧘♂️ Health matters! Our March 18th workshop on “Physical and Mental Health During Election Years” will explore the intersection of voting and well-being. Discover why voting is a social determinant of health and how mindfulness and ethics of care can support students and employees. Register for this vital session now! 👉
🔍 Discover innovative ways to integrate civic education across disciplines in our March 22nd workshop. Explore case studies from Economics, Psychology, Global Studies and Physics, share ideas, and contribute to shaping civic-minded curricula. Register today and be part of the change! 👉
TOMORROW: 🔍 Dive into the world of political diagnostics! On March 15 join faculty from Weber State University and Keene State College for a workshop that will introduce you to an online political ideology diagnostic tool, enhancing critical thinking and fostering inclusiveness. 💡 Be part of this enlightening session! Register today. 👉
🧘♂️ Health matters! Our March 18th workshop on “Physical and Mental Health During Election Years” will explore the intersection of voting and well-being. Discover why voting is a social determinant of health and how mindfulness and ethics of care can support students and employees. Register for this vital session now! 👉
TOMORROW: 🎓 On March 11, Dive into “Assessing Learning Outcomes for Student Civic Fellowships” with Dr. Allison D. Rank from SUNY Oswego. Learn to align learning outcomes with your institution's values and enhance nonpartisan voter engagement. Secure your spot now! 👉
🔍 Dive into the world of political diagnostics! On March 15 join faculty from Weber State University and Keene State College for a workshop that will introduce you to an online political ideology diagnostic tool, enhancing critical thinking and fostering inclusiveness. 💡 Be part of this enlightening session! Register today. 👉