Research and community learning. CWU performs practical research and services of mutual benefit to students and to public and private organizations. A few examples of these projects are: • A major wildlife monitoring effort for the Interstate 90 Snoqualmie Pass East Project, the largest-scale study of its kind ever conducted in the United States • An acoustical study of the Elks Ballroom for the developers of the Windrow Hotel project • Archaeological mitigation, monitoring and cultural resource services in Yakima, Kittitas, Chelan, and Grant counties • Assessing urban stream fish passage in Ellensburg • Evaluating irrigation strategies for sustainable water management of hay production in • Faculty from the College of the Sciences share their passions with local families during popular events such as Science is Central and Nature of Night. • Monitoring Yakama Nation riparian restoration sites • Public Affairs partners with the Dept. of Geological Sciences to bring “Nick on the Rocks” to Public Television audiences in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and Idaho. • Studying the effects of wind on solar panels Artistic academic programs enrich the cultural life of the community and bring energy and rich talent to a vibrant local arts scene by working with organizations such as Jazz in the Valley and Gallery One. Employees and students participate in art walks, community choirs and theater productions. The university creates cultural enrichment with outstanding educational and entertaining offerings, such as: • Dance performances and several theater productions per year, more than 150 music recitals and concerts, and two-dozen art exhibits—the vast majority of which are free to attend. • The Museum of Culture and Environment features timely exhibits of regional significance. CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT The CLCE provides CWU students with the opportunity to make a positive impact within their communities. From short-term volunteering to intense capstone service programs, individuals are encouraged to use their disciple-specific knowledge in order to address community-based social, political and environmental economic-justice issues. The CLCE currently has almost 80 Memoranda of Understanding (MOU’s) with organizations, throughout Washington State. In the Ellensburg area, these include Kittitas Valley Hospital, American Red Cross, Ellensburg Downtown Association, Habitat for Humanity, and the Yakima Humane Society. CLCE community engagement programming is rooted in theories that suggest that involvement in community service-learning programs supports student retention and completion, as well as fostering students' leadership development and positive social change.
CLCE 2018-2019 Community Engagement Profile
Student Volunteers
854
Student Volunteer Hours Served
5321
Total Activities/Events
214
Total Volunteer Position Opportunities
1958
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