Community and Civic Engagement
The Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE) provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage and deepen their involvement in service in local, national, and international contexts. Reciprocal relationships with local organizations are the foundation of these efforts.
CCCE Mission
Based on our belief that learning is most noble when used to benefit others the Center for Community and Civic Engagement fosters opportunities for meaningful and reciprocal relationships between Elizabethtown College and the community.
Visit the CCCE
Brossman Commons 258A
civicengagement@etown.edu
717-361-3025
Upcoming Events
Into the Streets – October 23, 2021
Into the streets is designed to introduce more students to thoughtful community service and to provide a learning experience that will challenge them to volunteer on a regular
basis. Service projects to sign up for include raking and winterizing homes in the community, volunteering with local agencies, fall fest, and other various projects that can be completed on campus or remotely. Be watching for more information on sign ups and how to order T-shirts!
Day of Service – March 30, 2022
The College will offer service activities to target the issues of food insecurity, physical health, and mental wellness as a way to serve together and connect for the overall well-being of our community. No classes will be held to allow for all members of our campus community to participate in a variety of service-oriented projects. Projects and registration coming soon!
Achievements and Recognition
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's Community Engagement Classification
In 2020 the Center for Community and Civic Engagement received the Carnegie Foundation's Community Engagement Classification. The CCCE demonstrated alignment of mission, culture, leadership, resources, and practices that support dynamic and noteworthy community engagement.
