So excited to be @greensborocity for the @NCCampusEngage PACE conference #NCPACE25 "Democracy Begins at Home: The Place-Based Imperative of Community and Civic Engagement" hosted @_gtcc to connect with leaders, scholars, and practitioners in #HigherEd leading research in #CivicEngagement, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #ExperientialLearning,  #EngagedScholarship, #HIPs, and beyond! Looking forward to reconnecting with friends and colleagues like @tkeatman @RutgersU, Leslie @NCCampusEngage, Byron @unccharlotte, and more to discuss how we can move the needle in addressing community issues in partnership with #HigherEd! ♥️

It’s a wrap! 🎉🌱 #2025ClimateSummit @LeadOnClimate Grateful for an inspiring and sustainability-focused fellowship, capped off with a group selfie with some of the core team leading The Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability @CarnegieFdn @ACEducation! The day kicked off with a powerful opening panel featuring @GMUPres (@GeorgeMasonU), @PresBreaux (@BowieState), @RutgersU, and @UMSEAS (@UMich), discussing the realities and opportunities for transformational institutional change in addressing climate challenges. They explored the organizational structures, staffing, and partnerships needed to accelerate progress—even when existing pressures and playbooks create barriers. The morning continued with engaging sessions on climate action communications and storytelling with @MIT and @UWMadison, followed by a deep dive into decarbonization tactics and the thermal transition with sustainability leaders from @Georgetown, @SpelmanCollege, @UBuffalo, and @MIT, moderated by @ecosystemenergy. More next-level conversations took place through the @LeadOnClimate Buddy Program with @BennettCollege and @agnesscott, along with insightful afternoon discussions on financing mechanisms to achieve decarbonization @OberlinOES @oberlincollege et al. The summit closed on a high note with an inspiring student-led plenary featuring climate action leaders from @Georgetown, @AmericanU, @GWtweets, and @HowardU, giving us hope and excitement for the future. 🌍✨ Already looking forward to #2026ClimateSummit to continue these critical conversations, build connections, and drive real-world sustainability solutions alongside students, faculty, and staff. #ExperientialLearning #ServiceLearning #CommunityEngagement #EngagedScholarship @washingtondc #Only1DC

Excited to be at #2025ClimateSummit with @LeadOnClimate, joining sustainability leaders, scholars, and researchers committed to climate action! A huge congratulations to all the Climate Luminary Honors and Carbon Neutral Award recipients for their outstanding contributions: 🏆 Decarbonization: @CUsustain @Carleton_U 🏆 Justice: @EmoryUniversity 🏆 Community: @SustainablePitt @PittTweet 🏆 Research: @SustainableUTM @UofT 🏆 Workforce: @greenCCCNeb @cccnebedu 🏆 Climate Resilience in Action: @WWCasheville 🏆 Carbon Neutral Award: @SustainableDuke @DukeU for their leadership in high-quality carbon offsets and sustainability initiatives! The afternoon was packed with insightful sessions, including one led by Sarah Fortier (@Carleton_U), Anthony (@mcccd), Kem Opperman-Torres (@du1869), and Marisol Morales (@ACEducation @CarnegieFdn) on the new Carnegie Sustainability Elective Classification. They explored the power of collaborative infrastructure, communication, and community engagement in driving real climate action and enhancing student learning outcomes—both within institutions and in partnership with communities. Wrapped up the day with an incredible reception—connecting with like-minded colleagues, sharing insights, and celebrating the work ahead. Grateful for the fellowship and the opportunity to engage with inspiring leaders who are driving sustainability forward! Looking forward to more sustainability-focused fellowship, connections, and real-world solutions with students, faculty, and staff—and how these efforts intersect with #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, and #EngagedScholarship! @washingtondc #Only1DC

That’s a wrap on #2025ACCUAM @CatholicHighrEd! The day began with an inspiring session on Embracing Our Calling with Paul J. Wadell @stnorbert, moderated by Claire Noonan @LoyolaChicago. They encouraged us to fan the flames of hope and joy in challenging times and to cultivate a culture of friendship in our lives. The closing plenary featured @SmithsonianSec @Smithsonian, moderated by @FatherJenkinsND @NotreDame, discussing America’s upcoming 250th anniversary @America250 and the power of America’s Invitation #America250 #AmericasInvitation. They highlighted plans for nationwide events in partnership with universities and colleges, the importance of expert voices, the need to educate communities on the complexities of our nation’s history, and how we can all work to uphold its ideals. A huge shoutout to the incredible volunteers and staff who made this conference possible! 📸 Grateful to continue the momentum of #GlobalSymposiumUniservitate with a small group photo, reconnecting on the impactful work of service-learning, @uniservitate, and @Clayssdigital. Already looking forward to #2026ACCUAM to continue conversations around #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #EngagedScholarship, #HIPs, #ServicioSocial, #AprendizajeServicioSolidario, and #Solidaridad!

A powerful start to the day with a morning welcome and prayer, followed by an inspiring plenary on The Mission of Catholic Higher Education: The Challenge of Integrating Minds, Hearts, and Hands with Sr. Raffaella Petrini, FSE, Secretary General, Governorate of Vatican City State (@VaticanNews @Pontifex). She emphasized the urgency for “epochal change” and offered four guiding criteria to explore and develop: 🔷 Keeping formation open to transcendence 🔷 Offering a space for encounter 🔷 Fostering a cross-disciplinary approach 🔷 Developing networks among people and academic institutions The day continued with insightful sessions, including a presentation from @CatholicHighrEd and @StMarysU on the Higher Education Holistic Impact Report. The study highlighted how Catholic colleges and universities excel in key areas compared to secular institutions, reinforcing core values of life, community, and the common good. It was a joy to connect with Presidents from @StMarysU, @bellarmineU, and so many others throughout the day! The afternoon plenary, led by Brian Rosenberg (@hgse) and President Patricia McGuire (@TrinityDC), tackled the critical question: Is Higher Education Serving the Public Good? The answer is a resounding YES! Institutions, both locally and collectively, must share their stories and showcase the impact they are making to fulfill their social contract with communities. This was followed by an extended session on mission-centered consolidation and strategic partnerships with @stambrose, @MountMercy, @LewisUniversity, @MSMU_LA, and @UrsulineCampus. Finding moments for fellowship and breaking bread with amazing people, including those even from #2025ClimateSummit @LeadOnClimate. Looking forward to more conversations on #Sustainability, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #EngagedScholarship, #HIPs, #ServicioSocial, #AprendizajeServicioSolidario, and #Solidaridad!

Kicking off #2025ACCUAM @CatholicHighrEd with a beautiful opening Liturgy, presided over by the Most Reverend David M. O'Connell, CM, Bishop of the @DioceseofNJ! He shared this year's theme, "Stewarding the Mission – Transforming the Enterprise," reminding us to embrace chance encounters, honor tradition while welcoming innovation, and see ourselves as candles—illuminating classrooms, campuses, and communities. From worship to fellowship, the evening continued with a wonderful reception and banquet alongside new friends, presidents, and leadership from so many, like @St_kates, @stedwardsu, @theNWU, and @AlvernoCollege. The celebration continued with the Awards Presentation, honoring outstanding contributions to Catholic higher education. Congratulations to the 2025 ACCU award recipients: 🏅 Edward J. Mahoney (@saintmichaelsvt) – President’s Distinguished Award: For service of exceptional quality to Catholic higher education 🏅 Peter Phan (@Georgetown) – Monika K. Hellwig Award: For outstanding contributions to Catholic intellectual life 🏅 Sr. Andrea J. Lee, IHM (@MarywoodU) – Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, CSC Award: For outstanding contributions and extended service to Catholic higher education Looking forward to engaging with #CatholicHigherEd leadership and exploring #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #EngagedScholarship, #HIPs, #ServicioSocial, #AprendizajeServicioSolidario, and #Solidaridad to advance student and community success! #CatholicHigherEd

Excited for #2025ACCUAM this weekend to build on the momentum and fellowship from our time in Rome with @uniservitate, @Clayssdigital, @Pontifex, and @VaticanNews and bring that energy to @CatholicHighrEd in #WashingtonDC! Looking forward to reconnecting with #CatholicHigherEd presidents and senior administrators to exchange ideas and discuss key issues in Catholic higher education. Eager to explore how #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #EngagedScholarship, #HIPs, #ServicioSocial, #AprendizajeServicioSolidario, and #Solidaridad can strengthen student and community success. #GlobalSymposiumUniservitate @washingtondc

It’s a wrap! @AACU #AACU25 concluded with incredible moments, including a powerful screening of “Teaching While Black” by Donnetrice Allison @Stockton_edu. She shared the inspiration behind the story and its significance within the current climate of higher education. We also had the privilege of attending a session from the Carnegie Elective Classifications Research Lab team @CarnegieFdn @ACEducation, featuring a diverse group of institutional leaders: Elaine Ward @Merrimack, Felicia Deas @SpelmanCollege, Stephanie Johnson @CUBoulder, Drew Pearl @KState, and Nicole Williams @AntiochU. The conference was further enriched by meaningful fellowship with the Research Lab team, thought-provoking discussions on responsible AI, and serendipitous connections with Kaimana @SEABURYHALL. We also engaged with inspiring colleagues like Leslie Garvin @nccampusengage, Marisol Morales @ACEducation, Tim Eatman @tkeatman @RUN_HLLC, Byron White @unccharlotte, Wendy Wagner @GWServes @GWTweets, Bernadette Ludwig @WagnerCollege, and so many others. Together, we shared impactful conversations and learning around #HIPs, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, and #EngagedScholarship. Grateful for the energy, ideas, and connections forged at @washingtondc #Only1DC—and already looking forward to #AACU26!

@AACU #AACU25 kicked off today with fantastic morning sessions! The Carnegie Elective Classifications team @CarnegieFdn @ACEducation shared insights on their 20-year legacy of advancing higher education’s public purpose. From community engagement and its global reach to leadership—and now sustainability, which was just released this week—the classifications continue to empower institutions to better serve their communities and uphold the public good, all while aligning with the basic framework. Excitingly, the new Student Access and Earnings classification is also set to be released soon! We also had some amazing hallway and “water cooler” moments with @CollegeUnbound, @CarnegieFdn, and @ACEducation, sparking unexpected but enriching conversations. These moments were followed by great sessions, like exploring the impactful work of @_UnifyAmerica_, with insights from Josh @MDCollege on how their Civic Action Scorecard helps students develop the skills and culture of civil discourse—one conversation at a time. #BeMDC #ChangemakingMDC The day was filled with meaningful connections and learning around #HIPs, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, and #EngagedScholarship. Grateful for this inspiring community @washingtondc #Only1DC!

Day 2 at @aacu #AACU25 was nothing short of inspiring! Hearing from leaders like President @csuf, CEO @PhiBetaKappa, and @HowardU @ltfenwick @nhannahjones reminded us of the transformative power of education—the moment when students’ minds open up and, in turn, expand the perspectives of their educators. We were deeply inspired by examples like @csuf’s Project Rebound, which demonstrates how higher education can address community needs and reaffirm its essential role as a public good. The day began with engaging early morning roundtables and continued with impactful panels. Discussions with AI stood out, emphasizing the importance of creating thoughtful frameworks, policies, and curriculum opportunities to integrate AI effectively into education. Sessions on bridging divides, like the transformative work of @CollegeUnbound, sparked meaningful conversations about the role of higher education in shaping a better future. Congrats to the Frederic W. Ness Book Awardee Universities on Fire, K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award Recipients @universityofga, @oaklandu, @UofIllinois, @MarquetteU, @UChicago, and the Delphi Award Winners @michiganstateu, @calmsu, and @UMassAmherst! The day concluded with joy, fellowship, and a shared passion for #HIPs, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, and #EngagedScholarship. Grateful for the energy at @washingtondc #Only1DC—excited for what’s ahead in the programming!

Today, we had the incredible opportunity to connect with passionate individuals and organizations at the Charitable Giving Fair hosted at Dallas City Hall! It was inspiring to learn about the impactful work being done to support a variety of causes: women veterans (@veteranwomensec), first responders (Go Heroes), underprivileged groups (@WilkinsonCenter and @HHOHDallas), youth (HopeKids and @BBBSGREATERDAL), and our local @CityOfDallas community. A heartfelt thank you to Reginald Jackson and Dallas City Hall for bringing us together for this event and for their dedication to supporting nonprofits. Events like these remind us of the power of community and the importance of working together to make a difference. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success! #CommunityEngagement #CommunityImpact #Nonprofit

#AACU25 @aacu last night opened with an inspiring forum featuring @nhannahjones, who shared her profound journalistic and historical insights. Three powerful quotes deeply resonated and gave us hope: "I came from a people who had to believe that the impossible can be made manifest, and that there were some allies with them who were willing to lay their lives on the line to also make the impossible manifest." In the spirit of #MLK: "We come from people who know that, even if we don’t believe we will live to see those changes, we must fight for them anyway." "We have an obligation to be good ancestors one day, an obligation to our communities right now, and an obligation to those hiding in the shadows in this moment because they don’t have the ability to go out and fight. I have hope in us to exercise our power!" What a powerful way to kick off the conference! Excited to continue learning, building fellowship, and shaping solutions to the most pressing challenges in #HigherEd. #Selfie with @masnNationals @teddyroosevelt and so many friends, including @BonnerNetwork #BonnerLove! Together, we’re advancing #HIPs, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, and #EngagedScholarship. @WashingtonDC #Only1D

Thrilled to be at #AACU25 in Washington, D.C.! Excited to reconnect with a global community of friends, scholars, researchers, and practitioners committed to advancing the democratic purposes of higher education. It’s inspiring to see the co-location of @AACU #AACU25, #UERU25 @UERUAssociation, and the Lingnan Global Forum hosted by @lingnanuni & Sun Yat-sen University—united under the theme “Reaffirming Higher Education’s Public Purpose.” Looking forward to today’s sessions, the open night forum, and the reception! Let’s work together to advance #HIPs, #ExperientialLearning, #ServiceLearning, #CommunityEngagement, #CivicEngagement and #EngagedScholarship. @washingtondc #Only1DC

This #MLKDay, we are reminded of the importance of supporting our neighbors and communities through service. As Dr. King said, “Everybody can be great… because anybody can serve.” Today is not only about honoring Dr. King’s legacy, but about actively engaging in change. Reflect on life’s most persistent and urgent question: “What are you doing for others?” As millions across the country answer that call, find out how you can make an impact and how organizations are bringing Dr. King’s vision to life: #CivicEngagement #CommunityEngagement #MLKDay2025 #BeTheChange #MLKDayOfService #MLK #ADayOn #NationalDayOfService

🌟 Congratulations to @VolOdyssey on receiving the GivePulse Champion Changemaker Award: Corporate, United Way, and Volunteer Centers! 🌟 We’re proud to recognize the incredible work Volunteer Odyssey has done to empower volunteers and strengthen communities. In 2024, they mobilized 4,000+ volunteers who created 11,000+ impacts, totaling 45,000+ hours of service! Thank you for your dedication to driving tangible change and connecting individuals to meaningful opportunities in the @CityOfMemphis! #CommunityPartnership #Volunteerism #CommunityEngagement #VolunteerImpact #PowerTheGood

👏 A round of applause for @RFBO on receiving the GivePulse Nonprofit Champion Changemaker Award! 👏 For over 40 years, RFBO has led a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. In 2024, they engaged 36,000+ volunteers who logged 53,000+ impacts and contributed 133,000+ hours of service, advancing their mission of supporting the community to thrive! Their work is a testament to the power of volunteerism and community collaboration—thank you for making such an incredible impact! #Nonprofit #FightingHunger #RFBO #CommunityEngagement #Volunteerism

🎉 Congratulations to @BGSU and @TheMarvinCenter for being awarded the 2024 GivePulse Higher Education Champion Changemaker Award! 🎉 @BGSU’s unwavering commitment to community engagement shines through in their efforts to build strong community partnerships and connect students to meaningful volunteer opportunities. In 2024 alone, their students, faculty, and staff have logged an impressive 16,000+ impacts totaling 67,000+ hours of service! 🌟 Thank you for fostering strong community partnerships and empowering students to make a difference! #Changemaker #CommunityEngagement #ServiceLearning #CommunityImpact #Volunteerism #BGSU #HigherEducation