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. | | Introducing Triple C’s New Focus Areas & Advisory Council | |
Triple C has launched four strategic focus areas—Civic Engagement, Community Engagement, Community-Engaged Teaching & Research, and Student Basic Needs—to guide statewide collaboration and support meaningful campus-community impact.
Each focus area is supported by a Community Council open to campus partners interested in building networks, sharing best practices, and advancing shared goals. Participating is a great way to get involved and support your own professional growth.
Institutions are also invited to appoint a representative to the Triple C Advisory Council, which meets quarterly to strengthen cross-campus collaboration and inform statewide planning.
View the graphic to learn more and see how to get involved! Questions? Contact us at admin@communitycampuscoalition.org.
| | | Triple C Presents at ITGA 2025 Conference | | |
Triple C Executive Director Stephanie Dodd recently had the opportunity to present at the 2025 International Town & Gown Association (ITGA) City & University Relations Conference alongside Alison Doehring from The University of Akron.
Their session, From Collaboration to Impact: Meeting Student Basic Needs Through Partnerships, explored how colleges and universities can build intentional, strategic relationships with community-based organizations to address student hardships—including housing insecurity, food access, and mental health resources.
The presentation also highlighted the evolution of Student Resource Centers (SRCs) and spotlighted The University of Akron’s leadership in this space. Participants left with actionable strategies and examples of how campuses can move beyond transactional outreach and foster sustainable, equity-centered collaborations that truly support student success and well-being.
We’re grateful to ITGA for the platform to share this important work and continue learning alongside national leaders in community-campus engagement.
| | Campus Resilience & Response Strategies | |
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Campuses across the country are facing rising tensions—from hunger strikes and protest activity to the potential deployment of federal troops. In response to these complex and evolving challenges, The Ohio State University is convening a virtual event to support campus leaders in planning and response.
On Monday, June 23 from 12:00–1:30 PM (EST), join a national conversation focused on effective de-escalation tactics, crisis preparedness, and collaborative solutions. The event will feature insights from university leaders, law enforcement officials, and experts from Princeton’s Bridging Divides Initiative.
This session is ideal for administrators, public safety professionals, and community partners seeking tools and strategies to strengthen campus resilience.
A Zoom link will be shared the Friday before the event.
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Advocating for Ohio Students: HB 157 | |
Triple C Executive Director Stephanie Dodd recently testified before the Ohio House Workforce & Higher Education Committee in support of the Hunger-Free Campus Act (HB 157)—a vital step toward addressing food insecurity on college campuses.
The bill proposes the creation of a Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program to support campus food pantries, emergency aid, SNAP outreach, and other essential services. As Stephanie emphasized in her testimony, meeting students’ basic needs is directly tied to retention, graduation, and preparing a strong, ready workforce.
Triple C proudly supports this legislation and remains committed to advocating for equity, student well-being, and long-term economic opportunity—because students can’t learn hungry.
| | | | Join the Hunger Free Campus Coalition | | |
College student hunger should never be normalized. Partner with Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) to advocate for hunger-free campuses and stronger basic needs programming through the Hunger Free Campus Action Center.
Invite your state legislators to visit your campus and see your student basic needs efforts firsthand.
Stay connected for our next Ohio Hunger Free Campus Coalition meeting date and registration.
Sign up through the Hunger Free Campus Interest Form on our website and explore the Hunger Free Campus Action Center to learn more and take action!
| | Save The Date for These Upcoming Triple C Events | | |
Ohio Hunger Dialogues
Save the date for the 2025 Ohio Hunger Dialogues event on Friday, September 19, at Case Western Reserve University.
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Propel Ohio
Save the date for the 2025 Propel Ohio event on Thursday, October 16, at Bowling Green State University.
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Media Manipulation and Polarization: Workshop on Counteracting Dangerous Online Content
Triple C partners are invited to join Urban Rural Action for a free virtual workshop on Friday, June 27 at 2:00 PM ET, focused on identifying and counteracting harmful online content.
In light of recent events highlighting how false information and rage-inducing content fuel polarization, this 90-minute interactive session will equip participants with tools to spot bias, recognize manipulation tactics, and respond effectively.
Facilitated by UR Action’s Joe Bubman and Lisa Inks, the training offers a timely opportunity to strengthen digital resilience and contribute to a healthier democracy.
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Save the Date: Aim Hire Workforce and Education Conference
Ohio Excels and the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation will host the annual Aim Hire Workforce and Education Conference on October 16 at Hilton Columbus Downtown.
| | The event gathers leaders to explore education and workforce strategies. A $100 registration fee supports programming. More details coming soon! | | Symposium on Transforming the Postsecondary Experience | | |
The Symposium on Transforming the Postsecondary Experience will take place October 31–November 2 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. With the theme Innovation and Design So Every Student Can Graduate, this event offers practical strategies to improve student success across key areas like advising, transfer, and the first-year experience.
The symposium opens October 31 at 5 p.m. and concludes by 2:30 p.m. on November 2, with optional pre-conference workshops earlier that day.
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Supporting Student Basic Needs:
Insights from Ohio’s Collegiate Foster Youth
Access to food and housing is critical to student success—but for many Ohio students with foster care experience, these needs often go unmet.
A new two-part study from Foster Success, in partnership with Chamberlin/Dunn and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, sheds light on the scope of food and housing insecurity among participants in Ohio’s Education and Training Voucher (ETV) program. The reports highlight both the widespread challenges and offer strategic campus-level recommendations for supporting foster youth in higher education.
Triple C encourages campus and community partners to explore these findings as we work together to promote equity and student well-being.
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Spreading The Word: A Speaker Series Opportunity
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Community-Engaged Alliance (CEA), Triple C’s network organization in Indiana, invites professionals from all fields to share their expertise through its Spreading the Word speaker series.
While hosted by CEA member institutions, speakers can be from anywhere, with options for virtual or in-person engagements.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to civic dialogue while receiving a stipend of $200-$500. If you’re passionate about community engagement and education, consider applying to be a speaker!
| | | | Civic Engagement & Voter Resources | |
Funding Opportunity: Up to $1,000 Available for Campus Voter Engagement
Triple C partners have a new opportunity to boost student civic participation ahead of the 2025 election cycle. All Voting is Local Ohio and the Campus Vote Project are offering up to $1,000 to support nonpartisan voter registration, education, and engagement efforts on Ohio campuses.
Applicants must submit a brief plan detailing how the funds will be used. Apply by Friday, June 27; award notifications go out July 8.
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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. Join us today, Wednesday, June 18, or save the date for the next opportunity on Wednesday, July 16 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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Applications for the Election Administration
Pipeline are Open
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Triple C partners, help us spread the word about the Ohio Next Generation Election Administration Program! This paid, nonpartisan, semester-long program offers students a unique chance to explore careers in election administration and gain hands-on experience with Ohio’s election systems.
The 13-week virtual cohort (Fall 2025) includes biweekly sessions with current and former election officials, learning about election policy, voter engagement, and connecting with local Boards of Elections. Students who complete the program will receive a $1,000 stipend. Apply by June 30, 2025.
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Get Ready for National Voter Registration Day –
September 16, 2025
Campus and community partners are encouraged to join National Voter Registration Day on September 16, 2025. Participants can sign up to receive free posters and stickers to support voter registration efforts.
As community partners, participants commit to nonpartisan, inclusive engagement—ensuring everyone can register regardless of party or beliefs—and to following their state’s voter registration laws. This national holiday celebrates democracy, and partners are encouraged to have fun while making a difference!
Interested partners can complete a brief 5-7 minute form to get involved and access materials.
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Triple C in the News
Supporters say Hunger-Free Campus Act would benefit Ohio students’ well-being
Triple C Executive Director Stephanie Dodd testified in support of the Hunger-Free Campus Act, highlighting how meeting students’ basic needs improves retention, graduation, and strengthens Ohio’s workforce. Triple C proudly joins advocates statewide in pushing for this vital legislation to address campus food insecurity—because students can’t learn hungry.
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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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