Center for Economic and Civic Learning

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Tag: Civic Studies

  • 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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  • A New Approach to Politics and Professions: The What and Why of “Civic Studies”
    August 25, 2025 by

    Authored by: Harry Boyte, Senior Scholar, Institute for Public Life and Work Marie Ström, Director of Education, Institute for Public Life and Work Trygve Throntveit, Research Professor in Higher Education and Associate Director, Center for Economic and Civic Learning, Ball State University Teachers College; Director, Institute for Public Life and Work Ball State University has […]

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