Awakening Democracy: The Catalytic Role of Higher Education Wednesday, February 6, 2019, 4PM, Library 7th Floor
Harry Boyte, Senior Scholar in Public Work Philosophy

In a time of profound civic challenges, can higher education be a catalyst for a democratic awakening? Boyte will share evidence that it can be, including pioneering initiatives at UMBC and other institutions that are demonstrating the viability of a politics of public work that bridges divides and develops civic agency. Boyte also will discuss his new book Awakening Democracy Through Public Work: Pedagogies of Empowerment. Reception to follow book signing! 

Sponsored by: Center for Democracy and Civic Life; Sondheim Scholars Program; Residential Life; School of Public Policy; Shriver Center; Language, Literacy, and Culture Program; Department of Political Science; Sherman Scholars Program
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If you are leaving for the break please use the checklists to help reduce the risk of fire, minimize pest problems, and increase the security of your room and belongings. Hall re-open Sunday, January 27, 2019 for Spring Semester.
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Last Info. Session 12/6/18 at 8pm. Apt. Community Center ]]> Image https://assets3-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/attachments/611d008084a859828079a4e220da767e/69fcfb8a/news/000/080/847/ac17d8a48126ac3ddd82489b35c0cd32/11.5.18 Edited Retriever 2019-2020 Paraprofessional Ad.jpg?1544024265 https://dev.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/80847/guest@my.umbc.edu/d9901f96d89bc15239db1b44753f466f/api/pixel Residential Life https://dev.my.umbc.edu/groups/reslife https://assets2-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/xsmall.png?1426710501 https://assets1-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/original.PNG?1426710501 https://assets3-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/xxlarge.png?1426710501 https://assets1-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/xlarge.png?1426710501 https://assets2-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/large.png?1426710501 https://assets2-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/medium.png?1426710501 https://assets3-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/small.png?1426710501 https://assets2-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/xsmall.png?1426710501 https://assets2-dev.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/033/f8f656b73252c75518351df0289a43cc/xxsmall.png?1426710501 Residential Life 0 0 true Wed, 05 Dec 2018 10:40:42 -0500 Quiet Hours begin Wednesday, December 5th at 10:00pm
As the end of the semester approaches we want to provide residents with a quiet atmosphere to study, complete exams and assignments.  We ask that all residents honor Quiet Hours beginning Wednesday, December 5th at 10:00pm.

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