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The CCE has 25 years of blog posts about community events on and off campus. We invite you to use this resource by entering a keyword in the search box below. If you are searching for a phrase, we recommend you enclose it in quotation marks (example: "It Matters").

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Celebrating 30 Years of National Service

Hi there, my name is Simone Barnard and I’m an AmeriCorps VIP (Volunteer Infrastructure Program) member serving at Common Ground Society, a local nonprofit here in Sonoma County.

Rohnert Park City Council
What You Should Know About City Council Meetings

As residents of any area, it is important to know what a city council is, who is on it, what they do for your community, and how you can engage with them. 

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Earth Day Activities 2024

Earth Day is an amazing day to give back to the planet we call home and spread awareness on the importance of its protection.

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The Election is Over: Now What?

With the Primary Election over, you are probably wondering what to do next. Whether you were able to vote or not, I will lay out some activities you, as a student, can do to stay civically engaged or become more civically involved after elections.
 

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We've Moved Upstairs!

Due to university-wide reorganization efforts, the CCE has a new location on campus. We have moved from the first floor of Salazar to the second floor closer to other Academic Programs in the 2050 Suites, #52-55.

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Julian Castro Pushes for Civic Engagement During Social Justice Lecture

​"As you advance in this world, reach back and lend a healing hand to those in the rearview."

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What is on the Ballot in 2024?

I attended a webinar hosted by the Secretary of State which included speakers like Shirley N Weber, Kim Todd, Sarah Brar, Steven Carda and others.

Simone Barnard, AmeriCorps Volunteer
Welcome Isabella and Simone

Welcome, AmeriCorps Volunteer Infrastructure Program (VIP)  members, Isabella Martinez and Simone Barnard!

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New Club, NAMI, Aims to Help SSU Students with Mental Health

The new NAMI club is changing the way students look at mental health and bringing awareness to the mission of NAMI.

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Get Involved with Heartizens

Are you interested in working with children? Do you love art and creative play?