This course examines community engagement through a range of theoretical and pedagogical lenses. After interrogating constructions of “community,” “service,” and “civic engagement,” we will explore the ways in which topics such as social justice, civic engagement, empowerment, diversity & the ethics of service frame community work. Specific enactments of community involvement are explored including philanthropy, volunteerism, social entrepreneurship and activism with a focus on leadership and change strategies. Students in the course are involved with community work and also develop a proposal for change as a capstone course project.
- Teacher: Stacey Riemer