Engaged Scholars Initiative
Forecasted
Campus Compact's Engaged Scholars Initiative is a year-long program for early-career faculty and staff to develop leadership and research in community-engaged scholarship.
Funder: Campus Compact
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 program fee per participant; group discounts and scholarships available; travel and accommodations not included.
Summary: Year-long leadership and professional development program for early-career faculty and staff to advance community-engaged scholarship.
Key Information: Only open to early-career faculty/staff at Campus Compact member institutions.
Description
The Engaged Scholars Initiative (ESI) is a one-year, cohort-based leadership and professional development program offered by Campus Compact. It is designed for early-career faculty and staff who are committed to advancing community-engaged scholarship and civic engagement within higher education. Participants engage in bi-weekly virtual meetings, two in-person retreats (including one aligned with the Campus Compact annual conference), collaborative scholarly projects, and individualized coaching. The program emphasizes validating diverse perspectives, reducing barriers to participation, and fostering respect in academic and community contexts. ESI supports participants in developing leadership skills, expanding professional networks, and disseminating scholarly work related to civic and community engagement.
