Who We Are
Syracuse University's Office of Community Engagement serves as a platform connecting the City of Syracuse and Central New York with the University's skills and resources for mutual benefit. We focus on achieving sustainable community impact through:
Student engagement: Creating opportunities for student volunteering and mentorship which produce valued student experiences and positively contribute to community organizations.
Community engagement: Strengthening the community by using capabilities within the University to enhance or deliver programs involving education and youth development, civic engagement and economic impact.
Events
Thursday Morning Roundtable
This monthly civic engagement program features experts speaking on local, state and national issues of concern to the Central New York community. The Thursday morning meetings, held during the academic year, feature:
- a presentation about an issue or topic of general interest, and
- a question-and-answer session led by the speaker
WCNY-FM (91.3) broadcasts the programs the following Sunday at 8 p.m.
Spring 2025 Programs
| Date | Topic/Speaker | Register |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 20 | Thursday Morning Roundtable: Career and Technical Education in SCSD: Giving our Students a Competitive Advantage | Watch video |
| March 13 | Thursday Morning Roundtable: The Engaged Humanities Network | Watch video |
| April 17 | Thursday Morning Roundtable: Syracuse Community Center Collaborative | Watch video |
| May 29 | In-person event in the Miron Victory Court featuring special guest Pete Sala, Vice President and Chief Facilities Officer | Email Community Engagement at oceed@syr.edu by May 12 to register. Hurry, space is limited! |
