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The Center for Community Engagement
SHSU’s hub for campus-community collaborations. The CCE designs, manages, and promotes initiatives that enhance the culture of community and civic engagement.
Connecting Education and Community
At the Center for Community Engagement, students don’t just learn—they lead. Through hands-on involvement and collaborative initiatives, students will apply their education by addressing real-world challenges and making a meaningful impact.
Our programs connect students, faculty, and staff with community organizations who are passionate about creating positive change. Whether students are gaining real-world experiences, developing leadership skills, or preparing for a career rooted in purpose, the Center helps to equip them to grow as a life-long learner and as a citizen.
At SHSU, community engagement is more than a value—it’s part of your education.
What We Do
The CCE provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to develop community connections related to academics, civic engagement, and work-study. Learn how this work impacts the community.
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Academic Community Engagement (ACE)
Faculty instruct students on using the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to collaborate with community partners.
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Civic Engagement
Equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to be engaged members of their communities.
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Student Success Initiatives
Student scholarships and Workforce Ready Kats develop career skills and benefit community organizations.
Community Advisory Board
The Advisory Board’s mission is to build a strong foundation of mutual support and communication between the university and the local community.
President - Walker County Unidos
Director of Communication – Huntsville ISD
Mayor - City of Huntsville
Community Volunteer/Veteran Advocate
Former City Councilwoman – City of Huntsville
Vice President - Community Service Credit Union
Judge – Walker County
Police Chief – City of Huntsville
Editor – The Huntsville Item
Chief of Staff – Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Professor Emeritus & Historic Tours of Texas
President - Huntsville’s League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
CEO/President - Huntsville Walker County Chamber of Commerce
SHSU Professor and Retired Principal
Vice President - Woodforest National Bank
Pastor of Small Groups – University Heights Baptist Church
Sheriff – Walker County
Superintendent – New Waverly ISD
Former Judge - Walker County
Superintendent – Huntsville ISD
Executive Director – Good Shepherd Mission
Executive Director – Boys and Girls Club of Walker County
Former Mayor – City of Huntsville
Former Director - Sam Houston Memorial Musuem
Community Relations Director – SAAFE House
News
Check out these stories related to SHSU community connections and collaborations.
Contact Us
Phone
(936) 294-4559