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National and regional conferences, institutes, workshops that faculty may want to attend.

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As we dive into the fall season, the Community-Based Global Learning (CBGL) Collaborative is buzzing with activity. Here's a roundup of the exciting events and opportunities coming up in the world of global learning and community engagement.

7th Annual CBGL Summit: Last Chance to Register!

The highlight of this month is undoubtedly the upcoming 7th CBGL Summit, hosted by the Global School at Worcester Polytechnic Institute from November 8-10, 2024. With registration closing this Friday, it's your last chance to be part of this transformative weekend. Here's what you can look forward to:

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The Institute for Democracy and Higher Education (IDHE) and Sustained Dialogue Institute are offering a free "help desk" to assist campus educators with challenging conflicts and conversations. This service is particularly relevant as we approach a contentious election season.

Submit inquiries here.

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The Urban Research Action Based Network (URBAN) is hosting its 2025 conference, "Traveling Together: The Many Paths of Community-Engaged Research," in Providence, Rhode Island on April 3-5, 2025. The conference will explore diverse approaches to community-engaged research and its role in democracy.

Submit proposals here.

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Campus Compact is hosting a free webinar on Monday, October 14 at 3pm ET to discuss how universities can support inclusive transition plans for newly elected state and local officials. The webinar will feature speakers from the University of Maryland and the State of Maryland.

Register here.

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The Community-Based Primary Health Care Working Group is hosting a pre-conference workshop, "Community-Based Primary Health Care in a Changing Climate and Humanitarian Crisis Settings," on Saturday, October 26 from 8 AM to 5 PM. Registration is open to all, including non-APHA members, for only $25.

For more information or to submit an abstract, contact Dr. Sandy Hoar at hoar@gwu.edu.

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The Civic Learning and Democracy Engagement (CLDE) Coalition is hosting a virtual event titled "For Today's Students and Tomorrow's Democracy: How Can Educators Inspire High-Impact Civic and Democracy Learning Across the College Curriculum?" on October 1, 2024, from 3:30-5:30 PM ET. Registration link

Register for this free webinar to explore strategies for integrating civic learning and democracy engagement into all students' degree pathways.

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The 7th Community-based Global Learning Summit will be held November 8-10, 2024, at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, MA. This event, hosted by WPI's Global School, focuses on aligning pedagogy with outcomes that advance justice, inclusion, and sustainability globally. View the full program and register here.

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The Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) at the University of Richmond has released three new resources to support community-engaged scholarship in higher education. These resources, co-authored by Center staff and University faculty, are particularly relevant for liberal arts institutions but applicable across various university types.

Valuing Community Engagement Throughout the Faculty Recruitment

Community-Engaged Faculty Activity: Resource for Department Chairs

Suggestions for Early Career Community-Engaged Scholars

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Campus Compact has released its 2024-2025 Outlook, outlining numerous opportunities for GW faculty and administrators to engage in civic and community engagement initiatives. Visit the Campus Compact events calendar for a full list of opportunities.

Key upcoming events and deadlines include:

1. Join a fall Community of Practice by October 1
2. Submit a Compact25 conference session proposal by September 27
3. Register for the CLDE coalition's "Every Student, Every Degree" launch event on October 1

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Campus Compact is accepting session proposals for their Compact25 national conference, themed "Uniting through Public Purpose: Coalition Building for Impact." The conference will be held March 31-April 2, 2025, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Registration and more information here.

Submit your session proposal by September 27, 2024. Early bird registration is now open, with rates increasing after January 15, 2025.

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The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) is hosting its annual conference this October in Minneapolis–Saint Paul. This year’s conference, themed "Transforming Cities, Communities, and Campuses," will focus on how universities can drive positive change and foster collaboration within urban and metropolitan areas.

Early-bird registration, which offers the lowest rates for this impactful higher education event, ends on Friday, August 23. The conference will feature keynote speakers, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities designed to address pressing issues and showcase successful community engagement practices.

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Campus Compact is offering free Fall 2024 Communities of Practice (CoPs) for members to connect with peers nationwide and enhance their civic engagement practices. Two CoPs are available: "Making Mentorship Meaningful, Not Minimal" and "BIPOC Community of Care." Sessions run from October through December 2024.

Register here by Thursday, October 3, 2024.

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Routledge and AAC&U are seeking chapter submissions for an edited volume titled "Equitable Community Engagement with Colleges and Universities: Exploring Equity in Community-Campus Relationships." The book will examine how equity is perceived, defined, and practiced in community-campus partnerships across diverse contexts.

Abstract submissions of 250 words are due August 23, 2024. Authors of selected abstracts will be invited to submit full proposals by November 8. The editors welcome contributions from community organizations, faculty, staff, practitioners, and students, with preference given to collaboratively written submissions.

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The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and Project Kaleidoscope (PKAL) are hosting the 2024 Transforming STEM Higher Education Conference from November 7-9, 2024 in Arlington, VA. The conference aims to advance undergraduate STEM education reform by providing a platform for diverse perspectives, particularly from historically marginalized groups and institutions.

Register here

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The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) is seeking proposals for its 2025 Annual Meeting, "Reaffirming Higher Education's Public Purpose," addressing current challenges in higher education. The Annual Meeting will be January 22-24, 2025, in Washington, DC.

Submit proposals by July 31, 2024. More information available here

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