Oklahoma State roundtable series provides look at benefits of community engagement

Thursday, September 7, 2017

The Oklahoma State University College of Human Sciences is hosting a monthly series of Community Engagement Roundtables featuring guest speakers that will address the practice, theory, and benefits of community engaged scholarship.

The roundtables are available to faculty, staff, and students, who are encouraged to bring questions and share ideas about working with off-campus partners.

The first session -- Identifying, Starting and Expanding Community Partnerships -- is set for 1 p.m. on Sept. 13. Guest speakers are Laura Tunningley and Lyn Broils from the OSU Writing Center.

The roundtables will be held at 307A Human Sciences (NSCI Conference Room) and refreshments will be provided. All participants must RSVP to engagement@okstate.edu.

2017-18 Schedule (all events will be held from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.)

September 13 – Identifying, Starting, and Expanding Community Partnerships

October 12 – Grants and Other External Funding for Community Engagement

November 9 – Engaging with Global Communities

December 7 – Supporting Students in Community Engagement

January 18, 2018 – Effective Communication with Community Partners

February 8, 2018 – Documenting Community Engagement for Promotion and Tenure

March 8, 2018 – Partnering with Religious Organizations

April 12, 2018 – TBD