Discover Your Purpose | Hear from the Center for Civic Engagement’s Marquese Griffin!

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Calling all Current, Future, and Forever Hornets!

Ever wonder how you can make a real impact beyond the classroom? Want to connect with the vibrant Kalamazoo community and develop crucial leadership skills?

Then you need to hear from Marquese Griffin, the Associate Director of our very own Center for Civic Engagement (CCE)!

In a recent episode of “What’s the Buzz,” Marquese sat down to share his inspiring journey: from his own experiences as a K student deeply involved in community initiatives like CAPS, to his powerful insights on the importance of servant leadership and the transformative opportunities offered by the CCE.

Learn about

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Meaningful Community Connections

Discover how the CCE links K students with impactful local organizations.

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Developing Leadership Skills

Find out how programs like the Civic Engagement Scholars (CESs) empower students to lead and serve.

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Finding Your “Why”

Hear Marquese’s personal story and how his experiences at K shaped his path and his commitment to community engagement.

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Opportunities for All Hornets

Whether you’re a prospective student eager to get involved, a current student looking for purpose, or an alum wanting to reconnect, the CCE has something for you!

The Center for Civic Engagement is your hub for

  • Developing valuable skills for your future
  • Connecting with local partners
  • Participating in service-learning projects
  • Becoming a Civic Engagement Scholar
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