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 Grant Reminder: 9/11 Day of Remembrance Campus Service Grants | |
As part of the IKONC regional collaboration (Community-Engaged Alliance, Engage KY, Community Campus Coalition, and NC Campus Engagement), the Community-Engaged Alliance is helping lead a powerful opportunity for campuses to engage in meaningful service this fall through their 9/11 Day of Remembrance Campus Service Grants.
With support from 9/11 Day and AmeriCorps, the initiative aims to mobilize more than 6,500 students across 11 states in service projects that support underserved and marginalized individuals and communities.
The 9/11 Day of Remembrance Campus Service Grants are designed to help higher education institutions plan and implement impactful service and remembrance programming aligned with the September 11 National Day of Service.
Grants of $2,500 will be awarded to selected campuses to honor the day through activities rooted in unity, service, and reflection. Triple C member campuses are eligible to apply for funding. Campuses receiving funding must be active members in 2025-2026.
Applications are open now, with a deadline of Friday, June 14, 2025.
| | | 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.
| | | Meet Hailey! Triple C's Newest Team Member | | |
Triple C welcomes Hailey Greenwald as our new Administrative Coordinator for Community Campus Coalition.
Hailey received her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the Ohio State University. Through the various roles she performed on campus, she developed a passion for serving and working with college students. As a social work student, she spent time in the field working alongside the counselor at a local elementary school, where she helped students work through social, personal, and academic challenges.
She has shown dedication to serving her community as a library worker, both in public and academic spaces; and is currently pursuing her Master of Library and Information Science at Kent State University.
Through lived experiences and her time in school, Hailey has been a strong advocate for enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Hailey is a devoted mother and wife, and likes to spend her free time reading, listening to music, and spending time with her family. You can connect with Hailey at admin@communitycampuscoalition.org.
| | Congratulations, Class of 2025! | | |
As the Class of 2025 crosses the stage, Triple C extends our heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, staff, and administrators at our campus partner institutions across Ohio.
Your guidance, mentorship, and dedication make graduation possible—and meaningful.
Thank you for championing student success, community engagement, and the power of higher education!
| | Free Workshop: ABCs of Constructive Conversation | | | |
Triple C is excited to share an exclusive opportunity for member campuses: The ABCs of Constructive Conversation, a free virtual workshop hosted by Urban Rural Action in partnership with Indiana University's Political and Civic Engagement (PACE) Program.
This interactive session will take place on Tuesday, May 20, from 2:30–4 PM. Participants will learn practical tools for engaging in respectful, productive dialogue across differences through one-on-one conversations and hands-on skill-building.
Open to Triple C students, faculty, and staff only. To receive registration details, please contact us at admin@communitycampuscoalition.org.
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Triple C Campus Partner Spotlight: Kenyon College’s Science Saturday Connects Community Through STEM
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Since 2011, Kenyon College has welcomed hundreds of middle school students from rural central Ohio into its labs and classrooms for Science Saturday — a hands-on science outreach program designed to spark curiosity and build confidence in STEM.
As a proud campus partner, Triple C celebrates this powerful example of higher education’s role in community engagement.
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Hands-On Learning Meets Community Engagement
What began as separate programs supported by the National Science Foundation has evolved into Science Saturday, an initiative offered most fall and spring semesters. Students explore everything from launching rockets to extracting plant DNA, guided by trained Kenyon student volunteers and faculty.
The program is co-directed by Kenyon faculty and student leaders who not only plan engaging activities but also train a team of 15–20 student volunteers and high school ambassadors. Many of these high schoolers are former Science Saturday participants themselves — a testament to the program’s lasting impact.
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The result? Over 1,500 students from at least seven school districts have had the opportunity to experiment, play, and discover in a collegiate setting.
Science Saturday exemplifies how Triple C’s campus partners are expanding access, deepening connections, and empowering the next generation of learners.
| | | | 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.
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!
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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.
| | | Reach out to Triple C to inquire about an Ohio rate for member campuses. | | |
Community Engagement Administrator Conference (CEAC)
Join community engagement professionals on June 10, 2025, at Elon University in Elon, NC, for the 20th anniversary of CEAC! This year’s theme, “Resilience and Reimagining: Co-generating civic joy and authentic hope in challenging times,” invites practitioners into a generative space of connection, learning, and encouragement.
CEAC25 offers reflection, self-care, and honest dialogue about sustaining engagement work amid complex times—while celebrating two decades of shared practice.
| | | Registration is Open! This opportunity is available to all Triple C member campuses through the Alliance for Campus Community Engagement (ACCE), our national network of place-based organizations. | | Institute on Experiential Learning and Engaged Dialogue | | |
The 2025 AAC&U Institute on Experiential Learning and Engaged Dialogue, held online July 15–18, will help campuses make real progress in preparing students for work, life, and civic engagement.
The institute offers tools and support to integrate experiential learning and dialogue into curricula and co-curricular pathways. Campus teams can explore strategies to enhance reflection, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. Applications are accepted through May 30, as space allows.
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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, 2025, at Hilton Columbus Downtown.
The event gathers leaders to explore education and workforce strategies. A $100 registration fee supports programming. More details coming soon!
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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!
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Webinar: All 2025 Politics is Local
Think 2025 is an “off-year” for elections? Think again. With over 100,000 local, state, and special elections on the calendar, this year is packed with opportunities for civic impact.
Join Nonprofit VOTE and Ballotpedia on Wednesday, May 28, for All 2025 Politics is Local, a free webinar on how nonprofits can boost voter engagement and connect local elections to everyday issues like schools, safety, and infrastructure.
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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. Don’t miss the next opportunity - Wednesday, May 21 - 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
Want to make a difference for our democracy in a long-term career? Curious about public service careers? Spend a semester diving into one of democracy’s most important jobs you never knew existed.
Apply today for the Next Generation Election Administration program! Participants will gain insight into election processes and learn about the inner workings of election administration as part of a cohort, while gaining valuable connections and relationships with current and former election administrators.
Participants will earn a $1,000 stipend for satisfying the program’s requirements.
Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2025.
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Ask Every Student: A Framework for Full Student Voter Participation
Ask Every Student is a national initiative that helps campuses integrate voter registration into existing processes to equitably reach every student.
Using research-driven insights, the framework supports individualized, inclusive engagement strategies and institutionalizes democratic participation as a campus norm.
With 230+ partner campuses, this initiative empowers students to be active participants in democracy.
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Participate in Campus Vote Project's Student Voting Study
The Fair Election Center’s Campus Vote Project is conducting a nationwide study on college students' voting behaviors, examining how factors such as race, gender, first-generation status, and political affiliation influence participation.
The research aims to explore students' motivations for voting, trust in election integrity, and emotional responses to elections, providing deeper insights into their perspectives on the democratic process.
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Rules of Nonpartisanship from Nonprofit VOTE's
Voter Engagement Guide
Nonprofit VOTE has released a comprehensive 2025 Nonprofit Voter Engagement Guide, offering over 50 pages of tools, examples, and stories to help nonprofits engage their communities in elections while staying nonpartisan.
This guide provides practical, easy-to-use resources for voter education, candidate forums, and Get-Out-the-Vote efforts. Download the guide today and take action to strengthen democracy by empowering voters and ensuring more voices are heard this election season.
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Partner Campuses in the News
Students, Faculty, Alumni Honored at YSU Community Engagement Symposium
Tanya Pai Dhungat received the Charles J. Ping Service Award and Legacy Award from the Community Campus Coalition for organizing on-campus vision screenings and exams with Sight for All United.
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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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