Southwestern University: Office of Civic Engagement (OCE)

Contact Us

Dr. Sarah Brackmann, Director

Prothro Building 243
Phone: 512-863-1987, x1987

Student Specialist

Prothro Building 243
Phone: 512-863-1987, x1987

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The Office of Civic Engagement collaborates with students, faculty, and community organizations to develop community-engaged projects. We encourage passion and action that promote social change and the public good.

Current News

United Way Selects Southwestern as its Volunteer Partner of the Year

Students, faculty and staff have helped the organization
Paideia Cohort Teaches Classes on Cultural Celebrations at the Boys & Girls Club

Cohort’s focus is to promote diversity, while exploring how festive forms in America look and what they do for the communities who celebrate them.
Students Will Give Back to Georgetown During April 6 Big Event

Annual event is part of a national day of service
Southwestern Recognized for Community Service

University is named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction for 2013
Paid positions with YMCA Round Rock

Interested in making a difference in the lives of local youth? The YMCA of Greater Williamson County is looking for creative, positive, and energetic people interested in developing and/or leading activities during their Afterschool Programs.

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Opportunities This Week

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Southwestern In Action

Southwestern students volunteer at twice the national average. This gallery provides a glimpse into their efforts.

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