Division of Community Engagement Inaugural Newsletter
Dear VCU Community,
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our very first newsletter! Sent out last Thursday, April 18, 2024, this inaugural edition marks the beginning of a journey into the vibrant world of community initiatives within the DCE (Division of Community Engagement), across VCU, and alongside our valued partner communities.
Check out the newsletter here!
In our welcome message, we expressed our excitement about diving into the extensive scope and UNwavering commitment of our community engagement efforts. At VCU, our initiatives are rooted in Partnership, Alignment, and Impact, forging strong connections, aligning goals, and creating meaningful change.
What’s Inside?
Each issue of the EngageVCU newsletter will cover:
- Community Voices: Insights from leaders within our communities, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts.
- Academic Excellence: Showcasing faculty and staff leading in community-engaged research, programming, and teaching.
- Successes and Lessons Learned: Featuring projects that illustrate the impact and growth of our community engagement.
- Resources: Sharing tools and resources to bolster our community engagement practices.
Highlights of the Inaugural Issue:
This edition shines a spotlight on:
- The launch of the Community Engagement and Student Engagement Councils.
- Introduction of community-centered microgrants at the Mary and Francis Youth Center and VCU Health Hub.
- DCE’s academic-community partnership planning grants.
We extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone contributing to these efforts. Recognizing the hard work of faculty and staff is paramount, and we encourage you to nominate outstanding community-engaged individuals via the link at the end of this newsletter.
Your Involvement Matters:
As we prepare for our Carnegie Community Engagement Reclassification application, your involvement in this self-study process is invaluable. This national recognition underscores the importance of VCU’s community engagement in all that we do.
Join Us:
Our monthly newsletter, published from August through May, aims to be a testament to the transformative impact of community engagement at VCU. We invite you to contribute your stories and be a part of this journey!
Stay Connected:
Don’t miss out on future issues! Subscribe to the EngageVCU newsletter and stay updated on the latest community engagement initiatives at VCU.
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Thank you for your continued support as we embark on this exciting venture together.
Warm regards,
Division of Community Engagement