Applications due October 25.
The Office of Civic Engagement at the University of Chicago is seeking a dynamic and diverse cohort of undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in getting involved in the University’s wide range of civic engagement initiatives.
“The Student Advisory Committee is a vital pipeline between the Office of Civic Engagement and the University’s student body. They provide valuable input on our work and help us think about the best ways to get students civically engaged,” said Derek Douglas, Vice President for Civic Engagement. Student Advisory Committee responsibilities include recommending ways to incorporate students into the work of the Office of Civic Engagement, and collaborating on group projects to develop, implement, and improve surrounding communities through education and community partnerships.
The Office of Civic Engagement has a diverse portfolio of initiatives and programs that are designed to foster greater civic and community engagement in four areas of impact: as an educator, innovator, researcher, and anchor. On behalf of the University, the office partners with organizations and institutions across neighboring communities, the city, region, country, and globe to advance urban economic development, enhance the quality of life for residents, and enrich the work of University faculty and students through research, education, and direct engagement.
The Student Advisory Committee has four main priorities:
- Providing a student voice to help shape civic engagement priorities, special events, and university-community engagement initiatives.
- Facilitating communication and the active involvement of a wide range of student voices on community engagement issues that can provide a wide range of thought and ideas to foster greater collaboration and partnership between the University and the community.
- Advising the Vice President for Civic Engagement on student concerns as it relates to the University’s interaction and relations with its local community, city, and region.
- Strengthening the connections and communication between the Office of Civic Engagement and the many student-led community initiatives across the campus.
The committee is composed of 12 students from across the University. Any currently registered student at the University of Chicago is eligible to join the Committee. To apply for a position on the 2015-2016 committee, interested students should submit a resume and cover letter describing their interest in serving on the Committee to sacoce@uchicago.edu. The deadline to apply is October 25, 2015. The committee will begin meeting in November.
2014-15 Student Advisory Committee