GEC Coordinator: Emily Kane

This concentration is designed to recognize and cultivate two elements of the College’s mission, informed civic action and responsible stewardship of the wider world. The concentration focuses on coursework and other learning experiences related to civic and community engagement at the local, state, regional, national, and global levels, as well as exploration of the reciprocal co-creation of knowledge and its role in promoting the public good.

Complete four courses designated with the (Community-Engaged Learning)* attribute, with the following caveats. The courses must be offered in at least three departments or programs, and students must participate in occasional reflection activities if requested by the Harward Center for Community Partnerships.

One independent study or thesis credit, pre-approved by the Harward Center, may count toward the concentration. One course may be replaced by a co-curricular experience approved by the Harward Center (guidelines for the process of approval are available on the Harward Center website). One non-Bates credit may be applied toward the concentration with prior approval by the GEC coordinator.

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Courses designated with the (Community-Engaged Learning) attribute vary from semester to semester. Students should consult the Course Schedule for applicable offerings in a given term.