Civic Engagement
Civic opportunities are driven by accountability to and respect for an external stakeholder and require that students act to create change. The University has a strong connection to the Detroit community, explore a list of current projects taking place in Detroit.
Civic Engagement Opportunities at the University of Michigan
These are only some opportunities listed. Check with your department for more opportunities. If you have an opportunity to add, please let us know!
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Community Action and Social Change Minor
The CASC minor is for students interested in developing knowledge, skills, and experiences in community action and social change. Since its launch in Winter 2010, over 900 students have declared the CASC minor.
Edward Ginsberg Center
We are a community and civic engagement center with a mission to cultivate and steward equitable partnerships between communities and the University of Michigan in order to advance social change for the public good. Based upon this mission, our vision is for inclusive democracy; thriving, diverse communities; and equity and social justice.
Project Outreach
Project Outreach has offered thousands of Michigan students the opportunity to learn about psychology in action, to explore themselves and their interests, and to provide meaningful service to people in the community. Outreach offers experiences that can make significant differences in the lives of its participants.
Proyecto Avance, Latino Mentoring Association (PALMA)
PALMA (Proyecto Avance, Latino Mentoring Association) is a twice-weekly tutoring group that helps Latino students in the Ann Arbor area with their schoolwork, and helps adults with basic English as a Second Language instruction. Our primary goal is to help foster academic excellence by encouraging the students to learn and monitoring their progress. We also hope working in a university environment will promote the importance of a post-secondary education.
Spanish Language Internship Program
The Spanish Language Internship Program (SLIP) connects Spanish-speaking students with partnered community-based organizations and schools to provide unique service-learning opportunities with the Latine Community.
What are some skills I will learn?
Career Preparation
Engaged learning can significantly bolster a student’s resume. Employers highly value candidates who have practical experience in addition to academic achievements. Engaged learning experiences can also provide valuable networking opportunities.
Interdisciplinary Learning
Many engaged learning opportunities are interdisciplinary, allowing students to collaborate with individuals from various fields of study. This broadens their perspective and helps them understand the interconnectedness of different disciplines.
Community Impact
Many engaged learning opportunities involve working with and contributing to the community. This not only benefits the community but also helps students develop a sense of social responsibility and a greater understanding of societal issues.