Center for Economic and Civic Learning

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  • Emily Esfahani Smith at Ball State
    February 13, 2026 by

    Emily Esfahani Smith at Ball State University A public keynote on purpose, belonging, resilience, and what it means to live a meaningful life The Center for Economic & Civic Learning (CECL) invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to an evening with Emily Esfahani Smith , bestselling author of The Power of Meaning. In a […]

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  • CECL 2025 Annual Report
    January 15, 2026 by

    In 2025, the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) accelerated its mission through statewide initiatives, expanded academic programs, national partnerships, and measurable civic impact across communities. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} This year marked a turning point—moving from strong local results to statewide civic infrastructure. With the U.S. Department of Education’s $1.76 million award for CREATE250, CECL is […]

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  • Civic Studies Minor – Thematic Pathways
    December 3, 2025 by

    CIVIC STUDIES MINOR – THEMATIC PATHWAYS Download a PDF Version of informaiton here: CIVIC STUDIES MINOR – THEMATIC PATHWAYS Core requirement (3 credits) Students complete one of the following foundational courses: HONR 390 – Citizenship, Community, and Leadership CVIC 200 – Introduction to Civic Studies and Democratic Engagement In exceptional cases, with the approval of […]

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  • Faculty Across Indiana Explore 3WC Workshop
    June 4, 2025 by

    Ball State’s Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL), in collaboration with the Community-Engaged Alliance and with generous support from the Lumina Foundation and the Lilly Endowment, recently hosted a two-day workshop on June 2–3 introducing faculty and administrators across Indiana to the Third Way Civics (3WC) model of civically catalytic teaching. Held at the […]

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  • HONR 390 – Citizenship, Community, and Leadership
    March 24, 2025 by

    2025 Citizenship, Community, and Leadership Honors 390 Section 7 (3 credits) Course Day/Time: T/Th 12:30-1:45 Instructor: David J. Roof Course Title: Citizenship, Community, and Leadership Course CRN: 26513 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 […]

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  • 2024 Center for Economic and Civic Learning Annual Report
    February 12, 2025 by

    The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting national recognition, legislative achievements, and expanded civic engagement initiatives that have strengthened democratic participation across Indiana. See the Full 2024 Annual Report Here Key 2024 Milestones: National Recognition for Cardinals Vote! – Ball State was named one […]

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  • 2025 Democracy Fellows
    February 12, 2025 by

    2025 Democracy Fellows The Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State University is proud to introduce the newly selected 2025 Democracy Fellows—a dynamic group of student leaders committed to strengthening democracy, civic responsibility, and community engagement on campus and beyond. These outstanding students will play a key role in fostering leadership, advancing research, […]

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  • 2024 Civic Learning Symposium
    October 5, 2024 by

    Post-Event Recap: 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Fostering Dialogue, Deliberation, and Civic Engagement The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State hosted the 2024 Civic Learning Symposium on September 27-28, bringing together educators, community leaders, and national organizations to explore innovative strategies for promoting civic education and fostering democratic engagement. The theme of […]

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