Center for Economic and Civic Learning

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Month: March 2024

  • GOP Gubernatorial Debate Dialog
    March 21, 2024 by

    GOP Gubernatorial Debate Watch Party! Event Details: Date: March 26, 2024 Time: 7 -to- 8p.m. Location: Ball State’s Student Center – Music Lounge This event is an opportunity to engage with the political process and hear directly from the candidates vying to replace Governor Eric Holcomb, who is term-limited. The debate will feature: U.S. Senator […]

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  • Citizenship, Community, and Leadership
    March 14, 2024 by

    Citizenship, Community, and Leadership Honors 390 (section 8, 3 credits) Course Day/Time: T/Th 11-12:15 Instructor: David J. Roof Course Title: Citizenship, Community, and Leadership Course CRN: 26509 Course Description This course seeks to engage you in a journey that delves into the intersections of citizenship, community involvement, and leadership development. We will explore the question […]

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  • CREATE’s Frankenstein Essay Contest
    March 14, 2024 by

    March is Women’s History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the contributions and achievements of women throughout history and in contemporary society. It’s a period for reflection, celebration, and education, acknowledging the role of women in shaping our world. CREATE celebrates the women who fought for suffrage, civil rights activists, as well as the influential […]

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  • CECL Celebrates New Civic Seal Legislation
    March 14, 2024 by

    Center for Economic and Civic Learning Celebrates Legislative Achievement in Civic Education In a significant stride toward enhancing civic education, the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) heralds the passage of the landmark legislation SB 211. The bill, which saw bipartisan support, was passed by the Indiana General Assembly on Friday, March 8, signaling […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – March 2024
    March 13, 2024 by

    IN THIS ISSUE I.CREATE News and Updates Thank You, Dr. K! Women’s History Month Northside Titan is Civics Bee Finalist! Highlights from the IDEA Conference Muncie Central Students Visit the Statehouse Indiana Civic Health Report Indiana’s Civic Seal Indiana Civics Summit National History Day Indiana Teacher Spotlight: Hannah George II.Opportunities for Teachers and Students Civic […]

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  • We the People: Curriculum and Competitions
    March 5, 2024 by

    CREATE will host a one-hour PD session on Zoom with Tim Kalgreen of the Indiana Bar Foundation that is open to both teachers and students. The session will both inform teachers about curricula and support development of MCS middle and high school teams that will compete in Indiana We the People competitions. The Citizen and […]

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