Research Universities
Campus Compact has been deeply involved in expanding engaged teaching, learning and scholarship across all of higher education. Early work with research universities included a declaration on the civic responsibilities of research universities; more recen
Declaration on the Civic Responsibilites of Research Universities
This document is the result of collaboration by participants at a Wingspread conference involving university presidents, provosts, deans, and faculty members with extensive experience in higher education as well as representatives of professional associations, private foundations, and civic organizations. The purpose of the conference was to formulate strategies for renewing the civic mission of the research university, both by preparing students for responsible citizenship in a diverse democracy, and also by engaging faculty members to develop and utilize knowledge for the improvement of society.
New Times Demand New Scholarship
A new network of research universities formed to promote civic engagement has issued a landmark report, New Times Demand New Scholarship: Research Universities and Civic Engagement .
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Being a part of Campus Compact has let us touch the heart and soul of building better communities while improving teaching and learning for faculty and students. James A. Drake, President, Brevard Community College