Publications

Reports and policy briefs from the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State University.

Annual Reports

Annual reports summarize CECL’s major initiatives, partnerships, and measurable civic impact.

CECL Annual Report (2025)

Annual Report
Year: 2025

A year of national partnerships and institutional transformation, including CREATE250, civic health research, and expanded academic programming.

CECL End-of-Year Report (2024)

Annual Report
Year: 2024

Highlights include Cardinals Vote!, Democracy Fellows, CREATE professional learning, and CECL’s civic learning convenings.

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Policy Briefs

Short, evidence-informed briefs designed for decision-makers, educators, and civic partners.

Ball State & Indiana Voting Trends

Policy Brief
Published: July 28, 2024

An analysis of voting and registration trends, highlighting gaps in student participation and practical recommendations to strengthen voter education and registration efforts.

Promoting Global Citizenship and Democratic Engagement Through Short-Term Exchange Programs

Policy Brief
Published: November 25, 2024

Findings and recommendations drawn from short-term exchange programming, with evidence of gains in global citizenship, leadership understanding, and democratic engagement.

More Publications

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