The Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Conference (SLCE) is an annual event hosted by a network of universities and individuals dedicated to creating strong civic engagement, service-learning, and community partnerships in the Maryland and D.C. area. Learn more about the conference at the website
The 2016 SLCE conference will be held on Saturday, April 2nd at the Universities at Shady Grove
Call for Proposals
The Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Conference is requesting proposals for workshops and posters. We are looking for excited and passionate individuals who are doing service-learning and civic engagement work in their communities and classes. Please share your experiences and help us collectively to develop more robust service-learning and civic engagement programs at every level throughout our communities.
Please frame your proposal around one of the four main themes we are focusing on for SLCE 2016: Community Partnerships, Social Change Leadership, Academic Service-Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. More information on how to apply is on the application form.
Please note that proposals are due Monday, February 8, 2016 at 11:55pm.
Call for Award Nominations
At the SLCE Conference, we also take the time to recognize individuals who have had an outstanding impact on or contribution to service-learning and civic engagement in higher education. Students, faculty, staff and community partners may submit nominations, and self-nominations are also accepted for all award categories. Submit nominations through our online form by Sunday, January 31, 2016 at 11:55pm. For more information on award criteria, click here. For questions regarding the awards, please contact slcenominations@gmail.com.
Registration for students is just $10 for students at MDCCC membership institutions & Universities at Shady Grove and $20 for those outside the compact.
Registration for faculty is just $25 for faculty at MDCCC membership institutions & Universities at Shady Grove and $50 for those outside the compact. Registration for all community partners is just $25. Registration includes access to all events as well as breakfast, lunch, and a dessert reception