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Community Engagement Certificate

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Students completing the program will...

Design and lead a social impact project
Earn an Undergraduate Certificate to make their professional profile stand out
Effectively collaborate with community partners and faculty
Gain networking and resume building experience
Develop the necessary awareness, skills, habits, and values to be civic leaders
Receive a graduation stole and be recognized at the annual CEL celebration 

Core Requirements

BENN 2030 • Intro to Civic Leadership

2 CEL Courses

1 Strategy of Social Change Course

1 Research/Project Methods Upper Division Course

BENN 5825 • Capstone Methods

BENN 5929 • Capstone Practicum

1 Capstone Project (50-100 hours of community work)

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Other Requirements

Obtain a B grade or above in each required course

Check-in with peer-mentors every semester

Take part in and reflect on the annual Civic Conference

Last Updated: 12/10/25