Civic Engagement

Fair-minded critical thinkers are concerned about the welfare of others. They analyze their own egocentric tendencies that are self-serving and consider the impact of sociocentrism, tendencies that are group serving. They question or analyze whether actions are helpful or harmful.

1. The student will be able to summarize how civic engagement activities impact thoughts, feelings, and/or behavior related to perceived role in the community.
2. The student will be able to describe ethical issues and consider the various implications.
3. The student will be able to show evidence of fairness by providing a clear unbiased description of multiple points of view.
4. The student will be able to explain what it would be like to think and feel as other people do.
5. The student will be able to explain how actions can affect social, environmental, and/or economic aspects of the community now and in the future.
6.  The student will be able to provide specific steps that lead to sustainability. 
7. The student will be able to analyze how public policy, political systems, government, or historical events impact social, environmental, and/or economic aspects of the community.
8. The student will be able to explain how course content can be applied to civic engagement activities.
9. The student will be able to explain how civic engagement activities and coursework together lead to a high level of learning.