Triple C's Mission: To provide statewide leadership in mobilizing resources, services, and partnerships that strengthen Ohio colleges and universities’ capacity to educate students for civic and social responsibility and to improve community life. | |
Triple C's National Day of Dialogue Event
Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) is partnering with Urban Rural Action to host a National Day of Dialogue (NDOD) event on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 12 PM.
Triple C will lead participants through a Service Speaks session that will support participants through a civic reflection. Space is limited for this virtual event. Learn more about NDOD here.
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2025 Campus Vote Project Administrator Monthly Meetings
Campus partners are invited to register and attend the 2025 Campus Vote Project Ohio Administrator Meetings, held in partnership with Campus Vote Project and the Community Campus Coalition (Triple C).
These meetings will take place on the third Wednesday of each month in 2025 from 11 AM to 12 PM. Don’t miss the opportunity on January 15 to connect, collaborate, and enhance campus voter engagement efforts across Ohio. Register now to stay informed and make a lasting impact in 2025!
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Social Change Summit
Join Baldwin Wallace University’s Center for Community Engagement in partnership with the Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) for their Social Change Summit on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM.
This free, conference-style event is part of MLK Week celebrations and honors Dr. King’s legacy of social justice. Open to all students, faculty, and staff, this program includes lunch and empowers participants to transform feelings of anxiety and apathy about current events into meaningful action for positive social change.
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Webinar: The Facing Project
The Facing Project helps campuses and communities address critical issues like food insecurity, mental health, and more through storytelling that inspires empathy and action.
Join J.R. Jamison, Co-founder & President, for an informational webinar on January 30, 2025, at 12 PM ET or January 31, 2025, at 10 AM ET to learn how to bring this impactful program to your community.
The webinar is hosted by Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) and Partners for Campus-Community Engagement (PCCE). Learn more about The Facing Project here.
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Congratulations to Ohio’s Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting | |
Triple C is proud to celebrate the 23 Ohio colleges and universities recognized by ALL IN’s Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting. This recognition highlights institutions making intentional efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement and student voter participation: | Triple C applauds these campuses for their leadership in fostering a culture of civic engagement and empowering students to participate in our democracy. | |
Great Stories from Triple C’s AmeriCorps Student Resource Centers: AmeriCorps 30th Anniversary Celebration | |
AmeriCorps marked its 30th anniversary with a special celebration hosted by ServeOhio at the Ohio Statehouse this fall. Our Student Resource Center (SRC) AmeriCorps members joined the event for a day of connection, learning, and professional development.
Highlights included engaging tours, inspiring speakers, and a collaborative service project supporting those in need. Members reflected on their service and shared what it means to them while connecting with programs from across Ohio.
Read the full story and discover how AmeriCorps continues to make an impact after 30 years of service!
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ServeOhio Awards Accepting Nominations
The annual ServeOhio Awards recognize outstanding people, groups and initiatives in each region of the state who make great contributions to their communities through service and volunteerism.
A cash award of $1,000 is issued to support the organization that benefited from the winner’s service. ServeOhio is accepting nominations for the 2025 ServeOhio Awards until 11:59 pm on December 20, 2024.
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Carnegie Elective Classifications: 2024 Year in Review
Join the Carnegie Elective Classifications team for the 2024 Year in Review on January 14, 2025, from 3:00–4:30 PM EST.
This free virtual event will highlight 2024’s achievements and explore the future of Leadership for Public Purpose, Community Engagement, and the emerging Sustainability classification.
Attendees will also learn about the new Carnegie Elective Classifications Research Institute.
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National Day of Racial Healing
The National Day of Racial Healing on January 21, 2025, invites communities to reflect on shared values, foster unity, and engage in events that inspire action toward healing from racism and building a more just and equitable society.
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2025 AAC&U Annual Meeting
The 2025 AAC&U Annual Meeting, Reaffirming Higher Education’s Public Purpose, will take place January 22–24, 2025, in Washington, DC.
The Annual Meeting is designed to help higher education leaders navigate complex challenges while continuing to innovate and maintain focus on higher education as a public good.
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Pathways to Achieving Civic Engagement (PACE) Conference
Now in its 26th year, PACE invites faculty, administrators, researchers, community partners, and graduate students to explore civic and community engagement strategies on February 12, 2025, in Greensboro, NC.
Featuring keynote speakers Dr. Timothy K. Eatman and Dr. Peter Levine, PACE 2025 will focus on integrating democratic engagement into higher education. Sessions will cover topics like pedagogy, research, and community partnerships, with a special track on Facilitating Civic and Democratic Engagement.
Community Campus Coalition Partner Campuses receive the membership rate for this conference. If you are uncertain of your campus partnership status, reach out to sdodd@communitycampuscoalition.org.
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Continuums of Service Conference 2025
The 2025 Continuums of Service Conference, Higher Education: Honoring our Connections to Place and Indigenous Communities, will take place March 26-28, 2025, at Seattle University in Seattle, Washington.
Early bird registration is now open, with special rates for students, AmeriCorps members, and individuals from member campuses.
Community Campus Coalition Partner Campuses receive the membership rate for this conference. If you are uncertain of your campus partnership status, reach out to sdodd@communitycampuscoalition.org.
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ITGA City & University Relations Conference
The 2025 International Town & Gown Association (ITGA) City & University Relations Conference will be hosted by the City of Kent, Ohio, and Kent State University, June 4-6, 2025, with the theme Communicate, Collaborate, & Celebrate!
The conference will highlight the importance of effective communication and collaboration between public and private sectors, as well as celebrating successes that inspire future excellence. Registration is now open.
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Triple C Employment Opportunities
Administrative Coordinator at Community Campus Coalition
The Community Campus Coalition in Newark, OH, is hiring a part-time Administrative Coordinator for approximately 20 hours weekly with flexible scheduling from Monday to Friday. A bachelor’s degree and strong organizational skills are required, along with experience in higher education or nonprofit sectors.
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Program Manager at Community Campus Coalition
The Community Campus Coalition in Newark, OH, is seeking a part-time Program Manager for its Student Resource Centers initiative. This hybrid role offers flexible scheduling from Monday to Friday. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and experience in program coordination, preferably within nonprofit or higher education sectors.
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AmeriCorps Communities Thriving VISTA Member - YWCA of Alliance
Community Campus Coalition is seeking an AmeriCorps VISTA member to serve as a part of the Communities Thriving VISTA program and placed at the YWCA of Alliance located in Alliance, Ohio. Communities Thriving places AmeriCorps VISTA members with nonprofit organizations or institutions of higher education to address local poverty-related issues and create capacity and positive community outcomes.
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Communities Thriving AmeriCorps VISTA Opportunity
The Communities Thriving AmeriCorps VISTA program is currently seeking host sites in Ohio!
This program provides campuses and organizations the opportunity to host an AmeriCorps VISTA member for a year of service, focusing on building capacity around local community issues. VISTA members work on sustainable solutions to challenges such as economic development and education.
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If your campus or organization is interested in hosting a VISTA member, please contact admin@communitycampuscoalition.org to learn more about this impactful opportunity. | |
Learning, Funding, and Job Opportunities
Job Opportunity: Paid Summer Internships with Anti-Hunger Organizations
The Zero Hunger Internship program is now accepting applications for summer 2025. This paid opportunity offers college students a chance to work with leading anti-hunger organizations in Washington, D.C. It’s a great way to gain experience and contribute to the fight against hunger. Learn more here.
Job Opportunity: Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship
The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship is offering a unique, paid experience for those ready to dedicate the next year to combating hunger. Fellows are placed with both community-based and national anti-hunger organizations, providing a comprehensive perspective on the U.S. hunger response and the skills to become an effective leader in the field. Applications are due by January 17. Learn more here.
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Free Training Resources for Youth-Serving Roles
The National Partnership for Student Success offers a Training Resource Library for tutoring, mentoring, coaching, and wraparound supports. Discover free and paid trainings, updated regularly, to grow your skills and align with others. Explore opportunities or submit a resource for review!
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New Tool: Reality Check
Ohio Excels has launched Reality Check, a new resource evaluating how well Ohio’s education system prepares learners for critical credentials and degrees needed for career success. By highlighting key data and challenges, Reality Check equips stakeholders with a shared understanding to inform policy, advocacy, and drive meaningful improvements for students statewide.
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Share Your News
The Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) Wants to Highlight Your Impact!
We know there’s incredible work happening on your campus and in your community, and we want to celebrate it! Triple C is introducing a new section in our newsletter to showcase the civic engagement initiatives of our partners.
This is also a great opportunity to share events, programs, or resources that might be of interest to others across the region.
Take a moment to let us know what’s happening in your world—we can’t wait to share your efforts with our network!
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