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The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement

Campus Counts: Understanding student public engagement Nancy Thomas Director, Initiatives for the Study of Higher Education and Public Life, Tufts University nancy.thomas@tufts.edu. The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement

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The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement

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  1. Campus Counts:Understanding student public engagementNancy ThomasDirector, Initiatives for the Study of Higher Education and Public Life, Tufts Universitynancy.thomas@tufts.edu

  2. The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement The nation’s premier institution devoted to studying what makes young people into active and responsible citizens. • Conduct Research and Evaluation… • Making Connections…Connecting the research world with policy and practice • Supporting a Research Field… CIRCLE is based at the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service at Tufts University. Serving every student at Tufts University, Tisch College prepares young people to be lifelong active citizens and creates an enduring culture of active citizenship

  3. Campus Counts

  4. Why participate? • National attention to learning for and engagement in democracy • An interest in understanding student motivations for voting • A need for better assessment tools • Data that can be used to improve institutional programs and activities • A partner in innovative research

  5. How will it work? • What we do • National Student Clearinghouse • Catalist and public voting records • What you need to do • What you’ll get back from us

  6. Let’s talk about privacyFERPA and directory informationWho will see whatWho will maintain the records and howInstitutional research boards

  7. Let’s talk about possibilities • A reliable, national database • Institutional reports* • Comparisons* • Peer-group studies* • Regional studies, effect of voter registration laws • Longitudinal studies • Tailored research per campus or groups of campuses *Brainstorming confidentiality – what works best for you and your campus?

  8. CIRCLE Resources • Find fact sheets, interactive map, and more at the CIRCLE website: www.civicyouth.org • Contact CIRCLE staff with questions or requests

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