American Democracy Project 2nd Annual National Conference

June 16-18, Portland, Oregon

The American Democracy Project (ADP) is a multi-campus initiative that seeks to create an intellectual and experiential understanding of civic engagement for undergraduates enrolled at institutions that are members of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). The goal of the project is to produce graduates who understand and are committed to engaging in meaningful actions as citizens in a democracy.

The 2nd Annual National Conference was designed to recognize colleges and universities that have created innovative and successufl approaches to community-based learning and civic engagement. This year Portland State University was recognized as a leader in these fields and was asked to facilitate the conference.

Please browse the following excerpts from the ADP National Conference:

• Oregon University System Interim Chancellor George Pernsteiner's opening address.

• George Mehaffy, Vice President for Academic Leadership and Change (AASCU) discusses the integral role that Portland State plays in fostering civic engagement and building community.

• A panel of PSU faculty, staff and students present a PowerPoint presentation on the "Institutionalization of Civic Engagement at PSU."

• View the bilbliography of resources for the PSU Institutionalization plenary address.